Program Specialist I

Agency

Department

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 experiences. 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, Texas A&M Health 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 Specialist I, under general supervision, performs entry-level specialist duties for the Together for a Better Tomorrow program.

What you need to know

Location: McAllen, Texas

Travel: Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.

Schedule: Work beyond normal office hours including adaptable work hours on weekends/evenings.
Will require occasional travel outside of the Lower Rio Grande Valley as well as substantial travel within the Lower Rio Grande Valley (multiple Counties).

Responsibilities:

Program Planning and Coordinating

• Assists in planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring program or services.

• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, guidelines, and preparation/maintenance of budgets, special reports, and other documents.

• Creates, establishes, and maintains program files, databases, correspondence, and program materials.

• Assists in communication with employees.

Program Sessions

• Assists in planning and developing specialized meetings and workshops to facilitate program goals.

Program Administrative Support

• Assists in coordinating specialized program communications and marketing materials.

• Liaises with participants in the programs to ensure all administrative processes are completed correctly.

Program Communication and Support

• Attends meetings and conferences to discuss the progress of assigned programs.

• Assists other program staff in evaluating the success and impact of specialized programs.

• Serves as the first point of contact for program information and coordinates responses to requests for program information via email and social media

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certification, certified CHW and/or CHWI, Promotora Certification of Training, or ability to successfully complete Promotora Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum development efforts.

• Experience with assisting or leading training efforts.

• Public relations and marketing experience.

• Two years of related experience working with Spanish-speaking community members, stakeholders, and completing research and outreach activities.

• Experience with data collection and data management efforts.

• Experience with community-based participatory research efforts.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English & Spanish.

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

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.

• Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment

• Knowledge of Canva, Photoshop, & other design platforms.

• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

• Strong computer literacy including ability to troubleshoot and provide technological support.

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.