Program Specialist I
Job Title
Program Specialist I
Agency
Texas A&M International University
Department
Dept, Fine & Performing Arts
Proposed Minimum Salary
$17.54 hourly
Job Location
Laredo, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Summary
The Program Specialist I, under general supervision, performs entry-level specialist duties for a department, college, or division.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists in planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring programs and services.
- Plans and develops specialized programs such as conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings, and workshops to facilitate program goals.
- Coordinates specialized program communications and marketing materials.
- Assists in the development of policies and procedures.
- Assists in the preparation and maintenance of budgets, special reports, and other documents.
- Attends meetings and conferences to discuss the progress of assigned programs.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinates departmental events and activities, including concerts, recitals, auditions, exhibitions, lectures, and special programs.
- Assists with scheduling facilities and managing ongoing schedule changes related to departmental programming.
- Coordinates guest artist logistics and prepares related contracts and documentation.
- Supports departmental communications and promotional efforts in collaboration with University Public Relations, including event announcements, programs, posters, and social media content.
- Serves as a point of contact for faculty, students, staff, and external partners regarding departmental events and activities.
Minimum Requirements
- Education - Bachelor's degree in related field such as Arts Administration, Communications, Marketing, Business, or a closely related discipline.
- Experience - No prior experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience - Supporting academic programs, events, or arts-related operations in a higher education or arts organization setting.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Experience - No prior experience required.
Ability to:
- Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
- Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
Preferred Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge of event coordination, scheduling processes, and basic marketing and promotional workflows.
- Ability to coordinate multiple activities and deadlines.
- Communicate effectively with faculty, students, staff, and external partners.
- Adapt to frequent schedule changes while maintaining attention to detail.
Licensing / Professional Certification - None
Physical Requirements - General Office Environment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervision of Others
This position generally does not supervise employees.
Other Requirements
- Evening and weekend work may occasionally be required.
- Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
- Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
Salary: $17.54/hourly
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you "Submit" the application materials. The software does not allow you to "Save" your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- 3 -5 professional references and their full contact information
- Unofficial transcripts
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.
