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Job Title

Graduate Program Coordinator II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Biology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

Are you passionate about supporting graduate students and shaping the future of academic programs? We’re looking for a detail-oriented Graduate Program Coordinator II to join our team! In this role, you’ll oversee the admissions and recruitment process for graduate students, ensuring a seamless and welcoming experience from application to enrollment. You’ll also play a key role in driving student success initiatives, offering guidance and support that helps students thrive throughout their academic journey. With a strong focus on data accuracy and program effectiveness, you’ll help maintain essential records and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. If you're someone who enjoys making a meaningful impact in higher education and thrives in a collaborative, student-centered environment, we encourage you to apply!

Opportunities to Contribute

+ Works with Associate Head for Graduate Program and Graduate Advisors in planning, directing, and coordinating operational and procedural matters to meet the graduate program's goals and objectives.

+ Works with the Graduate Program Committee to develop strategic plans for the graduate program based on departmental goals, included but not limited to: recruiting, admissions, and retention.

+ Assists the Graduate Programs Committee with program assessment and implementation.

+ Maintains accurate data related to graduate students and programs.

+ Provides leadership to the graduate program in the absence of the Graduate Advisor.

+ Provides supervision and leadership for student workers in the graduate advising office.

+ Serves on management teams with Graduate Advisor.

+ Represents the Department, Division, and/or University on multiple committees.

+ Coordinates and supports the production of events or activities for graduate students.

+ Participates in training and professional development with a special emphasis on leadership development, management, industry related acumen, and project and operations management.

+ Performs general administrative tasks that are essential to supporting program operations.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree.

+ One year of experience in program coordination or similar role.

A well-qualified candidate will also possess

+ Experience working with graduate student populations and programs.

+ Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.

+ Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Familiarity with event planning and coordination.

+ Understanding of graduate admissions and program operations.

+ Knowledge of academic advising principles and student support.

+ Proficiency in standard office software and technology.

+ Ability to work with confidential/security sensitive information.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.

Special Note: This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance.

What You Need to Do

Apply! Submit a resume/cv and cover letter. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University?

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.

The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University is responsible for research and teaching within the vast disciplines of the biological sciences, from molecular cell biology to ecology and evolutionary biology. Our faculty perform cuttingedge research in a wide array of biological sciences in the laboratory and in the field. Our graduate research programs prepare scientists for careers in academia, industry and government and enhance our understanding of the central role of biological systems in the global environment. Our undergraduate students gain a firm foundation in modern biological sciences to prepare them for a multitude of careers that depend on a solid understanding of biology. To learn more, please visit us at https://www.bio.tamu.edu/.

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, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

+ 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

+ Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.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://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

+ Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

+ Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/) training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

+ Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

+ Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) 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.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.