Program Coordinator I - Events

Texas A&M University is a prestigious public research university located in College Station, Texas, known for its strong traditions, academic excellence, and comprehensive student support services. The Graduate and Professional School at Texas A&M University plays a vital role in enhancing the graduate student experience by fostering interdisciplinary programs, supporting research activities, and providing exceptional administrative support aimed at advancing graduate education and scholarship. The school is committed to innovation, service excellence, and cultivating a positive and engaging environment for graduate students to thrive academically and professionally. This institution also prides itself on offering a collaborative community enriched with various amenities such as state-of-the-art recreational facilities, cultural events, and professional development opportunities. Employees benefit from comprehensive health plans, retirement systems, tuition assistance, and a supportive atmosphere promoting work-life balance and career growth.

The Program Coordinator I - Events position within the Graduate and Professional School is a staff role based in College Station, Texas, with a proposed minimum salary of $4,166 per month ($49,992 annually, based on qualifications). This role focuses primarily on planning, coordinating, and executing major graduate student events and recruitment initiatives that are essential to enhancing student engagement and experience. Key signature events this role supports include Graduate Commencement, New Graduate Student Orientation, and the Graduate Awards Ceremony. The successful candidate will be highly organized and detail-oriented, with responsibilities spanning event logistics, communication management, stakeholder collaboration, and outreach program support. The role requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively, occasionally during evenings and weekends, and includes some travel to represent the Graduate and Professional School at recruitment events both in-state and out-of-state.

This position also plays a crucial part in recruitment outreach by implementing initiatives to engage prospective students through fairs, presentations, and information sessions. The coordinator supports communication scheduling through CRM platforms, ensures timely follow-up with prospective and admitted students, and helps maintain updated recruitment resources. Additionally, the role assists with operational support, administrative tasks, purchasing processes, and data tracking to evaluate program impacts effectively. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and at least two years of related experience. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with Texas A&M systems such as Compass, Howdy, and DPSS, customer service experience, and prior work with graduate students or in higher education settings.

Texas A&M University provides an inclusive workplace that values respect, leadership, integrity, and selfless service among its core values. The Graduate and Professional School’s commitment to excellence and innovation in graduate education makes this Program Coordinator role a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the academic journey of graduate students while growing professionally in an esteemed educational environment. If you possess the skills and dedication to support recruitment, event coordination, and student engagement efforts at Texas A&M’s Graduate and Professional School, this position invites you to join their team and be part of a rewarding career path.