Program Specialist I

Texas A&M University System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

LinkedIn Learning access

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in McAllen, TX seeks a Program Specialist I to support the Together for a Better Tomorrow program. The role involves planning, coordinating sessions, and managing program materials.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, DSHS/Promotora certifications, and the ability to work with English- and Spanish-speaking communities, including travel and occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• DSHS certification, CHW/CHWI, Promotora Training, or ability to complete Promotora Certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish with strong communication.
• Experience with curriculum development, training, or outreach.
• Experience with data collection and engagement with Spanish-speaking communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring program services.
• Develop and maintain program files, budgets, reports, and materials.
• Coordinate communications and marketing materials for the program.
• Liaise with participants to ensure administrative processes are completed.
• Attend meetings and evaluate program progress and impact.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong verbal and written comms

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Canva

Photoshop

Job description

## Program Specialist IApply: McAllen, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-096619**Job Title**Program Specialist I**Agency**Texas A&M University Health Science Center**Department**Environmental And Occupational Health**Proposed Minimum Salary**$3,750.00 monthly**Job Location**McAllen, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description**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 experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.Who we are As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. What we wantThe Program Specialist I, under general supervision, performs entry-level specialist duties for the Together for a Better Tomorrow program.What you need to know**Location:** McAllen, Texas**Travel:** Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.**Schedule:** Work beyond normal office hours including adaptable work hours on weekends/evenings. Will require occasional travel outside of the Lower Rio Grande Valley as well as substantial travel within the Lower Rio Grande Valley (multiple Counties).**Responsibilities:****Program Planning and Coordinating*** Assists in planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring program or services.* Assists in the development of policies, procedures, guidelines, and preparation/maintenance of budgets, special reports, and other documents.* Creates, establishes, and maintains program files, databases, correspondence, and program materials.* Assists in communication with employees.**Program Sessions*** Assists in planning and developing specialized meetings and workshops to facilitate program goals.**Program Administrative Support*** Assists in coordinating specialized program communications and marketing materials.* Liaises with participants in the programs to ensure all administrative processes are completed correctly.**Program Communication and Support*** Attends meetings and conferences to discuss the progress of assigned programs.* Assists other program staff in evaluating the success and impact of specialized programs.* Serves as the first point of contact for program information and coordinates responses to requests for program information via email and social media* Other duties as assigned.**Qualifications:****Required Education*** Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.**Required Licenses and Certifications*** Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certification, certified CHW and/or CHWI, Promotora Certification of Training, or ability to successfully complete Promotora Certification.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience with developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum development efforts.* Experience with assisting or leading training efforts.* Public relations and marketing experience.* Two years of related experience working with Spanish-speaking community members, stakeholders, and completing research and outreach activities.* Experience with data collection and data management efforts.* Experience with community-based participatory research efforts.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Strong verbal and written communication skills in English & Spanish.* Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.* Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.* Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment* Knowledge of Canva, Photoshop, & other design platforms.* Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.* Strong computer literacy including ability to troubleshoot and provide technological support.**Why Texas A&M University?**We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.* 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 leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each 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 free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more* Educational release time and tuition assistance for 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**Instructions to Applicants:** Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.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.