Program Coordinator I (Student Support Programs)

Texas A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University is seeking a Program Coordinator I to lead student support initiatives within the Department of First- and Second-Year Experience. You will manage logistics, evaluate programs, supervise student staff, and coordinate across campus to advance retention and graduation goals.

The role focuses on first-year and transfer experiences, with responsibilities spanning planning, mentoring, reporting, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; two years of related experience in student affairs, academic advising, or program coordination.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and strong communication skills.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, student development, or related field; supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee multi-semester student support strategies.
• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and reporting for programs.
• Plan and conduct mentor trainings, academic support, and transition events.
• Supervise peer mentors, student workers, and part-time staff; train and evaluate.
• Coordinate with Academic Advising, Financial Aid, and Career Services; represent department on committees.
• Design and implement assessment tools; measure outcomes and maintain records and compliance.
• Assist in budget tracking, expenditure reports, and logistics; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database applications

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data tracking tools

Job description

Job Title

Program Coordinator I (Student Support Programs)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Student Success

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Important Immigration Information

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot 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.

Program Overview

The Program Coordinator I serves as a lead contributor in the Department of First- and Second-Year Experience. This position supports strategic planning, coordination, and implementation of key initiatives that advance the university's retention, engagement, and graduation goals. The coordinator manages critical aspects of the first-year and transfer experience. This role includes responsibility for complex logistics, program evaluation, supervision of student staff, and cross-campus coordination. The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities

• Program Development and Implementation
  • Develop and oversee multi-semester student support strategies.
  • Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and reporting for programs.
  • Plan and execute mentor trainings, academic support, and transition events.
  • Serve as primary point of contact for assigned initiatives.
• Supervision and Student Support
  • Supervise peer mentors, student workers, and part-time staff.
  • Train and evaluate student employees.
  • Address student-facing issues and elevate support needs.
• Collaboration and Institutional Coordination
  • Facilitate coordination with Academic Advising, Financial Aid, and Career Services.
  • Represent department on committees and task forces.
  • Manage student-facing communications and campaigns (email, text, etc.).
• Assessment, Reporting, and Compliance
  • Design and implement assessment tools.
  • Measure and document outcomes.
  • Maintain program records, timelines, and compliance documentation.
• Administrative and Budget Support
  • Assist in budget tracking and expenditure reports.
  • Support logistics and planning.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two years of related experience in student affairs, academic advising, or program coordination.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in higher education, counseling, student development, or a related field.
• Three to four years of experience in student affairs, academic advising, or program coordination.
• Experience working in a public university with first-year experience or student transition programs.
• Supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of student development theory and support practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data tracking tools.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Familiarity with program assessment and reporting practices.
• Capacity for sound judgment and independent decision-making.

Job Posting Close Date

08/22/2026

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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