Program Coordinator I-II

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1400 full-time and 2000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources increased visibility and influence and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CCs beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern attractive and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

PURPOSE

The Program CoordinatorI-II will coordinate all aspects of theBringing BaffinBackTMinitiative with an overarching focus on leadingimplementation ofwatershedrestoration and management activitiesoutlined inaWatershed Protection Plan (WPP).They willcoordinateactivities ofa teamconsisting of members from multiple entities (inside and outside of TAMU-CC)whowork with communitiesand stakeholders in the Baffin Bay watershed to address water quality issues and infrastructure needs.They will also regularly engage communities and stakeholders and will lead program developmentactivities such asgrant acquisition management and implementation.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1:ProgramCoordination

Percent Effort:40%

• Coordinate regular team meetings

• Coordinate and track implementation of watershed restoration activities undertaken by team members

Functional Area2:ProgramPlanningDevelopmentandImplementation

Percent Effort:20%

• Assistswith programmatic goal setting

• Build andmaintainpartnerships with landowners agencies nonprofits and local governments

• Contribute to grant writing and program development

• Leads planninganddevelopment of new programmatic initiativesand develops grant applications toacquirefunding for them

• Coordinatetimelines deliverables and reporting for grant-funded restoration projects

• Operates a university vehicle to access field sites meet with partners and support program delivery across multiple locations

Functional Area3:CommunityEngagement

Percent Effort:40%

• Develop and coordinate stakeholder meetings and support collaborative solution-oriented discussions

• Deliver outreach programs workshops and educational materials to support implementation

QUALIFICATIONS

Program Coordinator I

• Bachelors of science in environmental science or related field

• Two(2) years of related experience

• Additional education may be considered as substitution for the minimum requirement:

  • Masters degree in environmental science or related field.

Program Coordinator II

• Bachelors of science in environmental science or related field

• Four (4) years of related experience

• Additional education may be considered as substitution for the minimum requirement:

  • Masters degree in environmental science or related field and two (2) years of related experience.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent communication organizational and interpersonal skills

• Familiarity with common social media platforms

• Ability to manage multiple priorities / projects and work independently

• Strong attention to detail

• Strong public speaking skills

• Knowledge of environmental water quality and best-management practices

• Willingness to travel locally and work occasional evenings / weekends

• Validdriverslicense

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience inprogramor project management (environmental or related field)

• Grant writing and grant-funded project experience

• Ability to creatively distill and communicate technical water quality and coastal resilience information to laypeople (graphically verbally or written)

SALARY: Dependent upon education/experience.

• Program Coordinator I: $3657.34- $4583.34 Monthly ($43888- $55000 Annual Approximately)

• Program Coordinator II: $4583.34- $5416.17 Monthly ($55000- $64994 Annual Approximately)

Note: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27 2026.

BENEFITS (rules policies eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance Accidental D&D Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling Work Life Assistance Financial Resources and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8 hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.