Graduate Program Coordinator I

Job TitleGraduate Program Coordinator IAgencyTexas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartmentDepartment Of Public Health StudiesProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCollege Station, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionOur 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 Graduate Program Coordinator I serves a key role in facilitating a positive academic experience for graduate students by assisting graduate student admissions and recruitment activities, student success activities, and performing general administrative tasks.What you need to knowSalary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.   Location/Schedule: College Station, TX/ Full-Time; This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.  Required Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Qualifications:Degree in Public HealthValid Driver’s LicenseKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.Knowledge of current federal, state and institutional policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to admissions.Knowledge of Higher EducationEffective communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to support event or activity coordination.Proficiency in standard office software and technology. (Word processing, spreadsheet building, database application, etc.)Ability to work with confidential information.Ability to think criticallyAbility to multitask and work cooperatively with others.Responsibilities:Admissions and RecruitmentAssists with graduate student admission and/or recruitment activities by exercising independent judgement.Identify, recruit, and contribute to increasing the population of enrolled students.Work directly with prospective students and parents through the entire admissions and application process.Provide information on scholarships and grants.Other duties as assigned.Graduate Student EventsPlans and implements the production of events or activities for graduate students.Travel off-site for recruitment events.Works with local community groups to provide events outside school settings and hours.Program SupportPerforms general administrative tasks that are essential to support program operations.Make referrals to the Aggie One Stop shop.Order swag.Data Management and Student SuccessMaintains accurate data related to graduate students and programs.Develops and implements strategies for student success activities.Provide information on student employment opportunitiesWhy 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  2-15 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 prepopulate 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.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.