Program Assistant (Wellness in Houston)
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Job Location:
Prairie View, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title
Program Assistant (Wellness in Houston)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Adloc Cooperative Extension ProgramsProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Under the general supervision the Program Assistant provides standard program and clerical support to the Wellness In Houston (WIH) other extension program initiatives with focus
in the greater Houston area the Wellness In Houston (WIH) staff with Prairie View A&M Universitys Cooperative Extension Program (CEP).
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funds.
The salary is determined in accordance with the Universitys compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates education and experience within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
Manages all office procedures and other tasks as assigned and requested including the preparation of correspondences documents and reports; manages all incoming and outgoing communications and inquires for the office and serves as the initial point of contact for program participants regarding outreach and educational opportunities; coordinates appointments itineraries and schedules for Wellness in Houston (WIH).
Assists with the development of educational content and with developing and implementing marketing strategies for program promotion including development of news releases newsletters flyers and brochures; assists with content design layout original graphic design formatting and formatting of publications presentations and workshop resources; provides photography videography and social media outreach services for WIH activities; Works toward raising awareness of WIH and other extension outreach programs and updates mailing lists/listservs; maintains departmental website and calendar of events and communicates relevant information for external website updates.
Maintains the Wellness In Houston data management program; assists program staff with web-based research collecting data and the preparation of internal and external reports for grant monitoring and reporting activities; assists in the preparation of the WIH annual report; Assists with program planning and collection review and processing of enrollment and/or volunteers.
Coordinates business travel and itineraries for program staff as requested; makes university credit card purchases and reconciles purchases; creates purchase requisitions and receiving actions in purchasing system; maintains proper inventory of office supplies and equipment; maintains detailed records and organizes files for safe keeping accessibility documentation and retention purposes according to program university and system guidelines.
Participates and assists in college-wide events activities committees and performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience:
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
No prior experience required.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Special Requirements:
Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelors degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelors degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of four years of experience.
Job Posting Close Date:
01/19/2026
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin 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. Anyadditionalattachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicantsare required toapply via our Career Site on or before the closing dateindicatedon the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as IndeedHigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position viathePVAMUCareersite.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing dateindicatedto ensure full consideration for the applicationsubmitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing dateindicatedabove at or should you needassistancewith 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 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:
Junior IC
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About Company
Academic Programs Prairie View A&M University is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state of Texas. Empowered by a shared sense of history and experience, we have built an unparalleled reputation for empowering scholars to carry our rich legacy of distinct ... View more
