Program Coordinator I (Student Support Programs)

Prairie View A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University is seeking a Program Coordinator I (Student Support Programs) to lead and coordinate first- and second-year experience initiatives. You will oversee multi-semester student support strategies, mentor trainings, and cross‑campus collaboration to advance retention and graduation goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in student affairs or program coordination. Strong communication skills, multitasking, and data tracking are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee multi-semester student support strategies.
• Supervise peer mentors, student workers, and part‑time staff.
• Coordinate with Academic Advising, Financial Aid, and Career Services to support students.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Communication

Microsoft Office

Data tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 Job Description 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.

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.

Job Posting Close Date: 08/22/2026

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. Perform 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.
• 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.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second‑oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land‑grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service. PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35‑minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu.

Your career opportunities with a “University of the First Class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

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