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Job Title
National Fellowships Program Coordinator IAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
National FellowshipsProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
What We Want
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about student success and thrives in a dynamic student-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have strong editing and writing skills the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines and experience in program coordination as well as familiarity with social media content creation and a proactive self-directed approach to learning. Experience in higher education is preferred.
What You Need to Know
Salary Range: $45000.00 - $47000.00 (Based on selected hires qualifications)
Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two years of experience in program coordination event coordination or closely related experience to include demonstrated experience in reviewing essays and providing constructive feedback; coordinating outreach efforts including through social media; and organizing outreach events and managing program logistics
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree
Over one year of experience in program administration
Familiarity with office administration database management and report analysis
Experience working with high-achieving students as well as underserved populations including student veterans
Demonstrated ability to be flexible in a changing environment while exercising initiative to accomplish tasks
Experience managing awards and handling selection processes including recruitment
Ability to interact professionally with students parents and all levels of university staff regarding student issues especially regarding deadlines emergencies and delicate situations
Familiarity with national fellowships
Experience working with students to improve essays rsums and other written materials
Experience designing engaging social media content flyers and handouts
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Strong critical thinking initiative and self-learning skills
Proficiency in word processing spreadsheet (Excel) and database programs
Excellent organizational planning and problem-solving abilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with students faculty administrators and staff at all levels of the university
Exceptional writing and public speaking skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to creative problem-solving
Ability to manage multiple tasks meet deadlines and maintain a cooperative work environment
Responsibilities
Program Coordination
Coordinates all aspects of the National Fellowships Program including outreach (both in-person and via social media) recruitment and selection processes for internal and external awards
Manages campus nomination processes for core scholarships such as Rhodes Marshall Mitchell Churchill Truman Goldwater Boren Fulbright Gaither Udall Freeman-ASIA and Astronaut as well as non-core awards that serve as pathways into these competitions
Provides individualized support to students including reviewing and offering feedback on application drafts
Oversees the programs assessment and evaluation efforts
Coordinates logistics and travel for seminars workshops orientations and other special events
Handles the purchase of program materials
Prepares reports for students prospective students the university and the broader community
Conducts research and recommends improvements to existing programs
Administrative
Serves as first point of contact for program information and coordinates responses to requests for program information
Supports maintenance of office databases
Tracks and monitors program budget
Coordinates with committee meetings and materials
Prepares program correspondence
Student Advising
Maintains office hours to advise students on National Fellowships opportunities
Who We Are
The National Fellowships Programprovides students with the opportunity to reflect on their accomplishments and goals synthesize their thoughts into a coherent whole and achieve national
recognition with access to unparalleled opportunities around the world.
Why Texas A&M University
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events state-of-the-art recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical prescription drug dental vision life and AD&D flexible spending accounts and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees for employees
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.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
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Full-Time