Program Assistant

Job Title

Program Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Health Behavior

Proposed Minimum Salary

$17.31 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

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 & identities.  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, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center 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 want

The Program Assistant, under general supervision, provides standard program support.

What you need to know

Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

COVID-19 information: In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place. 

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience:

• Two years of related experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Must have valid State of TX Driver’s license and have own reliable transportation for work purposes.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Verbal and written communication skills in Spanish & English (speaking, reading, & writing). 

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Experience:

• At least 2 years related experience on research and project development.

• Experience with curriculum development.

• Experience with research project planning.

• Public relations and marketing experience.

Preferred Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Spanish (MX) Translator/Interpreter

Responsibilities:

• Program Assistance: Assist in the coordination of the “Be the Hero” program activities and reporting.

• Program Development: Researches and recommends changes for the “Be the Hero” program’s curriculum.

• Program Activities: Creates, establishes, and maintains “Be the Hero” program files, databases, correspondence, and program materials.

• Program Communication: Assist in the coordination of “Be the Hero” program communication and marketing. Performs other duties as assigned.

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 committed to diversity.