Program Coordinator I

Texas A&M AgriLife Research; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Professional development

Job summary

Texas A&M AgriLife Research in College Station, TX, seeks a Program Coordinator I to support the Department of Agriculture Education with admin, event planning, and communications.

The role coordinates safety trainings, manages student workers, supports Advancement Board and newsletters, social media, and departmental events such as Lunch and Learns. Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience required; strong MS Office, Google apps, and design skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google apps, Teams, and Canva.
• Experience with graphic design, newsletters, and social content.
• Ability to coordinate virtual meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• General Office Maintenance and overseeing student workers.
• Support Advancement Board assistant director and correspondence.
• Event planning and scheduling for department meetings and banquets.
• Marketing and communications: social media, newsletters, and internal announcements.

Skills

MS Office

Google Apps

MS Teams

Adobe Pro

Canva

Communication skills

Virtual conferencing

Graphic design basics

Content editing

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Google Apps

Adobe Pro

Canva

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Title
Program Coordinator I

Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department
Agriculture Education

Proposed Minimum Salary
$4,291.67 monthly

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/)
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research (https://agriliferesearch.tamu.edu/)
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University (https://aglifesciences.tamu.edu/)
• Texas A&M Forest Service (https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/)
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (https://tvmdl.tamu.edu/)

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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Position Information

Job Summary:

This dynamic position offers the opportunity to play an integral role in the smooth operation and success of the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communications through a combination of administrative, event planning, and communications responsibilities. The role involves maintaining general office functions, supporting student workers, and coordinating safety and technology trainings to ensure a productive and secure work environment. As a key liaison for the Advancement Board and Former Students, this position facilitates professional communication, organizes virtual meetings, and supports departmental events such as "Lunch and Learns", board activities, and appreciation banquets. With a strong focus on organization and creativity, the position contributes to marketing and communications efforts by managing social media, designing newsletters and digital materials, and crafting engaging internal announcements. This multifaceted role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who enjoys teamwork, event coordination, and bringing innovative ideas to departmental operations.

Responsibilities:

10% - General Office Maintenance

• Assist with overseeing student worker(s)
• Arrange/host safety and technology trainings

15% - Advancement Board Assistant Director & Former Students Correspondence

• Communication
• Host Virtual committee meetingsRecord minutes for all meeting
• Coordinate Industry "Lunch and Learns" while on campus
• Communicate with President and Vice President
• Save the Date/Invitation
• Catering & Room Reservations
• Hotel room block
• Spouse/Board Activities
• Write thank you notes for department donors
• Design a quarterly newsletter for distribution

40% - Event Planning

• Assist senior staff in event planning for seminars, faculty meetings, DH meetings, etc.
• Schedule hotels/conference space for meetings/events
• Departmental event planning
• Assist senior staff in facilitating a department awards banquet
• Retirement event planning
• Support search committee chairpersons

35% - Marketing/Communications

• Serve as the administrative liaison between the department and AgriLife Marketing and Communications and Digital Education
• Maintain the internal update departmental announcement scroll
• Oversee the departmental social media and webpage. Design creative ideas that attracts viewership.
• Develop and distribute faculty and staff special announcements (e.g., birthdays, holiday greetings, special invitations)
• Graphic design of departmental PPT templates, stationary, conference posters, office décor, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite to include MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook
• Working knowledge of Google apps
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams
• Working knowledge of Adobe Pro
• Working knowledge of Canva
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity in coordinating and facilitating virtual conferences and meetings
• Design, content curation, and editing skills
• Basic understanding in multiple social media platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
• Creativity, Time Management, Teamwork, Flexibility

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of ADOBE Creative Cloud Products such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator
• Working knowledge of WordPress
• Social media strategy development
• Social media algorithm knowledge

Other Requirements:

• Work beyond the normal business hours on occasion
• Travel to various locations in College Station/Bryan on occasion

What You Need to Know

Salary: $4,291.67/month

Flexible Work Arrangements:

• This position requires on-site presence and is not eligible for remote work . Flexible work schedules may be available depending on the nature of the role.

Important Notice Regarding H1-B Sponsorship:

Your employment at Texas A&M AgriLife may require nonimmigrant sponsorship. A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M AgriLife will NOT pay this fee. If the fee is imposed on your petition, this offer of employment will be revoked. If actions taken during your employment result in the imposition of this fee, your employment will be terminated. To the extent that this statement conflicts with any applicable System or member Policy, Regulation, or Rule, this statement will control. We recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense regarding potential implications.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Benefits and Leave:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/) (AgriLife contributes to premiums)
• 12-15 annual paid holidays
• Up to 8 hours/month sick leave and at least 8 hours/month vacation
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative
• Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internally developed programs

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.