Program Coordinator I (Part-Time)

Program Coordinator I (Part-Time) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department CAHS | Agriculture, Nutrition and Human Ecology Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationPrairie View, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Job Description Important Immigration information: A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. The Program Coordinator position is necessary to ensure the effective administration and coordination of project LS25‑410, a multi‑institutional, grant‑funded initiative involving faculty, extension personnel and agricultural producers across multiple states and U.S.A Caribbean territory. The project aims to assess how cultural understanding influences the ways agricultural producers cope with disasters. The position provides essential support for organizing project activities, facilitating communication among internal and external stakeholders, monitoring timelines and deliverables, and assisting with required reporting and outreach. Given the scope, complexity, and collaborative nature of the project, a dedicated half‑time Program Coordinator is critical to maintaining operational efficiency, supporting the principal investigator and project team, and ensuring successful execution and compliance with grant requirements. The grant end date for this position is 3/31/2027. This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position. Responsibilities: Organization: Organize daily activities related to the project and partnerships based on the project goal. Assist with maintaining timelines, deliverables, reports and resource allocation, to ensure projects are executed efficiently and meet defined goals. Responds to general and complex questions and complaints regarding departments or agents. Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between project partners and stakeholders. Facilitate open and clear communication channels to ensure that the project objectives are met. Presentation: Assist with preparing and developing presentations to project team and external stakeholders to effectively communicate project status findings, and outcomes/impacts of partnered projects. Prepare quarterly and annual progress reports as needed. Work with the project team to establish, maintain and promote social media presence of the project to increase visibility both within, and external to, the University. Research Scholarship: Work with the research team to develop scholarly manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Urban Planning, Sociology or related field. Two years of related experience. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Verbal and written communication skills.. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in project coordination. Highly organized and detail-oriented, ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Exceptional interpersonal and human relationship skills. Ability to read and interpret scientific literature. Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines. Knowledge of standard proofreading. Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and understandable manner. Proficiency in NVivo, SPSS and use of AI tools. Job Posting Close Date: 08/10/2026 Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. 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