Graduate Program Coordinator I
Texas A&M University
About the Role
The Water Management & Hydrological Science (WMHS) program at Texas A&M University is seeking a Graduate Program Coordinator I to advise graduate students on academic requirements, degree planning, and course registration. This role is key to facilitating a positive academic experience for graduate students.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor student progress and maintain academic records.
- Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to support student success.
- Use University systems for tasks associated with student recruitment, advising, and record keeping.
- Support recruitment, admissions, and enrollment activities for prospective students.
- Guide applicants through the admissions process and evaluate application materials.
- Coordinate student onboarding and welcome events.
- Respond to potential applicant requests for information and meet with prospective students.
- Interview applicants and provide recommendations to the admissions committee.
- Develop and promote internship and career opportunities for students with water organizations and consulting firms.
- Build relationships with employers and industry partners.
- Collect, manage, and report program data and assessment metrics.
- Maintain student databases and program records.
- Support strategic planning, communications, and special projects.
- Coordinate WMHS sponsored seminars, research symposia, and student poster programs.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- University systems for student recruitment, advising, and record keeping.
- Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Standard office software and technology.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two years of program management experience.
- Ability to independently plan, schedule, carry out, and meet deadlines.
- Strong computer and organizational skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to support event or activity coordination.
- Ability to work with confidential information, think critically, multitask, and work well with others.
A well-qualified candidate may also possess:
- Master's Degree or PhD.
- Familiarity with TAMU Graduate academic policies and procedures.
- Higher education academic advising experience.