Program Manager

Texas A&M University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University's Mays Business School seeks a Program Manager to shape the MS Marketing experience from recruitment to graduation. You will be the main contact for students and stakeholders, delivering guidance, service and leadership across recruitment, advising, marketing initiatives and events.

The role requires outstanding communication, public speaking and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and present the program with energy and credibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.
• Experience in event management, project management, and program management.
• TAMU experience and board management exposure.
• Experience dealing with diverse stakeholders and Compass familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations for MS Marketing cohorts, including degree plans, transcripts, registration and graduation processing.
• Oversee recruitment and event budgets; support strategic planning and reporting for accreditation.
• Plan and execute virtual and in-person recruitment events and info sessions across Texas A&M and partner universities.
• Provide primary academic advising, resolve enrollment issues, and aid career opportunities for students.
• Lead end-to-end program events, manage vendor relations and budgets, and develop professional development activities.

Skills

Event management

Project management

Program management

Communication skills

Public speaking

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Compass

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title

Program Manager Agency

Department

Texas A&M University Department Marketing

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,833.34 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the Job As Program Manager for the MS Marketing Program at Mays Business School, you will play a central role in shaping the student experience from recruitment through graduation. Serving as a primary point of contact for prospective and current students, you will build meaningful relationships while providing guidance, support, and exceptional customer service. This highly visible role combines student recruitment, academic advising, strategic marketing initiatives, and the execution of impactful program events. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and confident communicating with various audiences, whether one-on-one or in front of a room. Success in this position requires a personable and professional approach, strong public speaking skills, and the ability to represent the program with enthusiasm and credibility. In this role, you will effectively manage competing priorities while ensuring a seamless experience for students and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building connections, driving engagement, and contributing to the continued growth and success of a premier graduate business program.

What You Need to Know

Salary: $58,000.00-$63,000.00/annually.

Qualifications Required

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in event management, project management, and program management.
• TAMU experience.
• Experience with board management and dealings with various stakeholders.
• Compass experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Strategic and solution-focused mindset.
• Data-driven decision-making skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Dependable, reliable, and accountable.
• Strong professional presentation and interpersonal skills.

Opportunities to Contribute

Program Administration & Operations

Manage day-to-day operations and administrative procedures for MS Marketing cohorts, including degree plans, transcript verifications, registration, and graduation processing. Assist the Director with strategic planning, long- and short-term goal setting, and compiling reporting data for accreditation, ranking bodies, and career outcomes. Oversee program purchasing activities and manage student recruitment and event budgets in coordination with the Business Administrator; utilize financial systems (e.g., Emburse). Maintain standard operating procedures and build comprehensive "How-To" reference guides for program workflows. Supervise, delegate tasks to, and mentor student workers.

Student Recruitment & Admissions

Plan and execute virtual and in-person recruitment events and info sessions to expand program awareness. Represent the MS Marketing Program at graduate school fairs and recruiting events across Texas A&M and target universities.

Academic Advising, Scheduling & Career Support

Serve as primary academic advisor for MS Marketing students across all cohorts; resolve registration errors, monitor course enrollment, and manage override requests with Director approval. Collaborate with the Director to identify, cultivate, and promote employment and internship opportunities for students. Build and maintain ongoing relationships with prospective students, current cohorts, and former students.

Event Management & Student Development

Lead end-to-end planning and execution for program events, including but not limited to Advisory Board Meetings, Executive Speaker Session, New Student Orientation/Howdy Week, Summer Site Visits, and Program Tailgate (vendor logistics, rentals, catering, setup/teardown). Manage allocated budgets and vendor relationships for each event. Develop and facilitate professional development workshops and experiential learning opportunities to enhance student career readiness.

Marketing & Departmental Support

Support broader departmental initiatives and strategic goals under the direction of the Director and Department Head. Design creative collateral, update web content, and manage program-specific social media presence with assistance from the MS Marketing Student Worker.

Who We Are

Texas A&M University's Mays Business School is a vibrant learning organization of more than 175 faculty members, 125 staff members, and 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, marketing, and supply chain management. Mays Business School's vision is building a better future through business. To fulfill this vision, our mission is developing leaders of character who make a positive difference in the communities where they live, work, and serve. The Department of Marketing at the Mays Business School aims to advance your career by understanding marketing strategy in a modern, rapidly changing business world. Our program emphasizes cutting-edge marketing concepts, tools, and techniques in real-world business settings.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time.

Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.

Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees.

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.