Program Specialist I

Job Title
Program Specialist I

Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department
Environmental And Occupational Health

Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,750.00 monthly

Job Location
McAllen, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

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.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

- 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
- 12-15 days   of annual paid holidays
- Up to   eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation  each month
- Automatic enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness:   Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance  for 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

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.