Program Coordinator I (Student Support Programs)

Prairie View, TX

Full time

R-096267

Job Title

Program Coordinator I (Student Support Programs)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Student Success

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly , if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate .

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The Program Coordinator I serves as a lead contributor in the Department of First- and Second-Year Experience . This position supports strategic planning, coordination, and implementation of key initiatives that advance the university's retention, engagement, and graduation goals. The coordinator manages critical aspects of the first-year and transfer experience. This role includes responsibility for complex logistics, program evaluation, supervision of student staff, and cross-campus coordination.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

Program Development and Implementation

• Develop and oversee multi-semester student support strategies.

• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and reporting for programs.

• Plan and execute mentor trainings, academic support, and transition events.

• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned initiatives.

Supervision and Student Support

• Supervise peer mentors, student workers, and part-time staff.

• Train and evaluate student employees.

• Address student-facing issues and escalate support needs.

Collaboration and Institutional Coordination

• Facilitate coordination with Academic Advising, Financial Aid, and Career Services.

• Represent department on committees and task forces.

• Manage student-facing communications and campaigns (email, text, etc.).

Assessment, Reporting, and Compliance

• Design and implement assessment tools.

• Measure and document outcomes.

• Maintain program records, timelines, and compliance documentation.

Administrative and Budget Support

• Assist in budget tracking and expenditure reports.

• Support logistics and planning.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Two years of related experience in student affairs, academic advising, or program coordination.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

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

• Verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in higher education, counseling, student development, or a related field.

• Three to four years of experience in student affairs, academic advising, or program coordination.

• Experience working in a public university with first-year experience or student transition programs.

• Supervisory experience• Knowledge of student development theory and support practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data tracking tools.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects at once.

• Familiarity with program assessment and reporting practices.

• Capacity for sound judgment and independent decision-making.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 08/22/2026

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs , etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted . Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

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.

For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System.  The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service. PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston.

For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu .

Your career opportunities with a “University of the First Class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.

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