Job Information
Texas A&M University Program Coordinator I in United States
Job Title
Program Coordinator I
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Academic Success Center
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,750.00 monthly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Who We Are
The Academic Success Center provides comprehensive resources that help all Aggies achieve their academic goals and realize their academic potential. We provide workshops and classes on study skills, time management and related topics; tutoring; Supplemental Instruction; academic coaching; peer mentoring for transfer students, and support for students working on Texas State Initiative requirements. We affirm a commitment to creating a supportive environment that is safe and welcoming. We make ongoing efforts to foster this atmosphere by means of ongoing professional development, meeting regularly with stakeholders across campus via the Academic Success Center Advisory Board, cooperating with the Veterans' Resources Center to conduct academic coaching and orientation programs specific to veterans, and completing certifications such as Aggie Allies, Green Dot, and QPR gatekeeper. We cultivate skills and attitudes that enhance academic performance and prepare students for lifelong learning. Our programs encourage excellent academic performance, especially, but not exclusively, in courses and subjects with traditionally high rates of failure. We encourage students to engage in curricular and co-curricular experiences that further their academic goals. And we connect students to resources and support across campus.
What We Want
The Academic Success Center seeks to hire a Program Coordinator I who will operate as a member of the Supplemental Instruction (SI) and tutoring team to provide coordination of semester-long programming, student employee evaluations, and training. The successful candidate will have direct experience working with an SI and/or campus-based tutoring program and feel comfortable giving feedback directly to student employees; be able to periodically do observations outside normal working hours; have the ability to work well in a team environment; and be able to troubleshoot scheduling issues as they arise. Organization, flexibility, and good communication skills are vital to the success of this position. If this description sounds appealing to you, we invite you to apply for this opportunity.
What You Need to Know
Salary Range: $45,000 Annually
Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.
Other Requirements and Factors: Attends and participates in professional development at times beyond usual working hours.
Job Responsibilities
Supplemental Instruction Program Coordination
Collaborates with the Director, Associate Director and SI/Tutoring Team to creates policies and procedures for the SI and tutoring programs.
Plans and implements SI programs for the Academic Success Center.
Provides feedback to SI Leaders through observations.
Provides ongoing supervision of SI leaders.
Compiles program statistics.
Assists in the evaluation of programs through end of semester student and faculty feedback surveys. Assists with purchasing program related expenses. Maintains program records and databases.
Hiring & Training
Develops and updates training materials for SI Leaders.
Develops and delivers pre-semester and on-going training of SI Leaders in accordance with certification requirements from the International Center for Supplemental Instruction.
Participates as part of the team to vet and hire SI Leaders and tutors.
Communication
Serves as the primary point of contact for both the SI and tutoring programs.
Responds to inquiries regarding program offerings.
Coordinates program communications and marketing for both the SI and tutoring programs.
Attendance Tracking Systems
- Maintains the in-house SI attendance tracking systems used in SI.
Employees Supervised:
Approximately 25-40 student workers each semester.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of administrative or program coordination experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to train and supervise student employees.
Knowledge of spreadsheet applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with organizational planning and problem-solving skills
Preferred Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or general subject area of placement.
More than two years of experience in tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, student employee supervision or other related area.
Office administration experience.
Technical experience in word processing, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint. Higher education experience.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of literature learning theories, student success, and student retention.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of Supplemental Instruction programs.
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. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:
Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (http://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/university-holidays.html) of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) and at least eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://new.tamu.edu/enjoy-the-benefits/retirement/)
Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/) for health and wellness programs
All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/) training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/healthy-behaviors/employee-tuition.html) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
For additional benefit information Click here (http://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/_media/documents/200benefitsWellness101.pdf)
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 (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
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.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.