STEM Programs Coordinator for High School Students

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Brownsville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Math and Science Academy to support high school students and collaborate with university colleagues. The role emphasizes program coordination, mentoring, and community engagement.

Responsibilities include coordinating clubs, managing events, budgets, and partnerships, plus supervising staff and developing multiple projects aligned with program goals. This is a full-time on-site position based in Edinburg, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited university.
• Three (3) years of experience performing closely related duties, including program planning/coordination.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support student clubs and organizations ( NHS and Student Council) and assist with events which include, but are not limited to Information Sessions, New Student Immersion, Summer Bridge, Orientations, Graduation, monthly student seminars/workshops, campus instructional activities, student socio/emotional activities, student wellness activities.
• Coordinates program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.
• Supervises and manages the day-to-day activities and personnel of the assigned program.
• Develops and supervises the implementation of multiple projects or programs.
• Participates in budget planning and is responsible for controlling expenditures in accordance with budget allocations for the program.
• Identifies and connects students with suitable research opportunities across various university departments and coordinates with university faculty to create research internships and projects tailored to the student’s interests and strengths.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to students in navigating research programs, including application processes, project selection, and presentation of their research findings.
• Identifies local businesses, non-profits, and community organizations who offer volunteer opportunities to support MSA high-school community service efforts.
• Organizes community service events and projects, fostering a culture of volunteerism and community involvement among students.
• Provides students with information on available community service opportunities and assists them in finding suitable placements.
• Sponsors, oversees, and meets with students for Clubs and Organizations of the Math and Science Academy ( MSA ) (ex. Student Council and National Honor Society).
• Manages and monitors the MSA’s social media pages.

Skills

Program coordination

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Math and Science Academy to support high school students and collaborate with university colleagues. The role emphasizes program coordination, mentoring, and community engagement.

Responsibilities include coordinating clubs, managing events, budgets, and partnerships, plus supervising staff and developing multiple projects aligned with program goals. This is a full-time on-site position based in Edinburg, TX.