Job Description
Prairie View A&M University Program Coordinator I (Community Engagement Coordinator) Job Title Program Coordinator I (Community Engagement Coordinator)
Agency Prairie View A&M University
Department Student Engagement
Proposed Minimum Salary $3,194.84 monthly
Job Location Prairie View, Texas
Job Type Staff
Job Description The Program Coordinator I, under general supervision, coordinates the planning, development and implementation of assigned program.
This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Responsibilities: - Develops a series of civic and community volunteer experiences for the student body that connect with a unit mission, division goals, and university priorities ; the coordinator will also partner with staff on student development programs that highlight civic and community engagement and work in partnership with unit staff in the development and execution of student involvement and leadership programs.
- Supervise students participating in community and service-learning programs and projects; assess the community/social needs within the surrounding area to develop/maintain a database of agencies and organizations for community/volunteer service and service-learning opportunities; develop/maintain records and a database for students and student organization members completing community/service-learning activities; develop and facilitate training workshops and manuals for students, faculty, and external agencies.
- Partners with alumni, faculty, and staff in creating collaborative civic and community engagement programs ; develop literature promoting civic engagement and serve on identified university committees promoting community/service learning; serve as liaison between the University and external agencies for community/service-learning opportunities.
- Coordinate, plan, and implement events and activities for students, faculty, and external agencies in support of the mission of the Office of Student Engagement.
- Seek external funds to support program activities; be administratively responsible for maintaining office procedure in compliance with University and System requirements; manage budget.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the division for Student Affairs in divisional efforts.
Required Education & Experience: - Bachelor's degree.
- Two years of related experience in an educational setting or community service/volunteer service setting.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Other Requirements: - Availability to work nights and weekends when needed to attend events and meet with students, including travel that may require overnight stays.
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with student leadership training programs, and student activities.
- Ability to exhibit a positive attitude and to deal with coworkers, students, faculty, and staff tactfully and courteously to maintain effective service-oriented relationships.
- Ability to train and develop student leaders, individually and in groups, and identify and develop student leadership opportunities.
Job Posting Close Date: Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in 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. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with 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 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.
To apply, visit About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.
PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!
Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Night shift, Weekend work,