Program Coordinator of Student Services

Job Title

Program Coordinator of Student Services

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Bush School DC Teaching Site

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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 experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The Bush School of Government and Public Service, https://bush.tamu.edu , was founded in 1997, under President George H.W. Bush's philosophy that public service is a noble calling. Since then, the Bush School has continued to reflect that notion in curriculum, research, and student experience as the Bush School prepares students to become principled leaders in their fields and to reflect the value of public service throughout their careers. In August of 2020, Texas A&M University opened a teaching site in Washington, D.C. The Texas A&M University’s teaching site in Washington, D.C., is located just blocks from the White House. Our inaugural program features The Bush School of Government and Public Service, with plans for participation by other schools and colleges in the future.

What we want

The Program Coordinator of Student Services works under general supervision, organizes, and manages various programs and services for students at the TAMU Washington D.C. Teaching Site.

What you need to know

Location: This position is located in Washington D.C

Salary starting at : $64,854.96 and will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Cover Letter/Resume : A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Two years of related experience in office administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.
• Knowledge of basic accounting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to support occasional student events outside normal business hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• Three or more years of experience in higher education office administration

Essential Duties/Tasks

Event Coordination and Student Group Support

• Coordinates and supports events for students and student groups.
• Allocates assignment processes for new students.
• Serves as the primary advisor to student organizations.
• Oversees student organization meetings/events and fundraising.

Career Services Coordination

• Maintain and update internship and job listings.
• Assist with employer outreach efforts.
• Help process international student applications.

Information Dissemination and Calendar Management

• Disseminates information to incoming students regarding matriculation.
• Sends informational packets, including required health records, welcome letters, orientation schedules, and housing information.
• Disseminates information to current students.
• Maintains a current calendar of events for students.

Reports Development and Database Maintenance

• Coordinates the development of various departmental reports.
• Organizes and maintains student information systems.

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically 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 
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

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.