Job Description
Job Title :Program Coordinator I
Agency :Texas A&M University
Department :Health And Kinesiology
Proposed Minimum Salary :Commensurate
Job Location:College Station, Texas
Job Type:Staff
Job Description
What we want
As a Program Coordinator I, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to design and implement a variety of programs, from challenge course events and workshops to seminars and adventure activities. You’ll also lead facilitator trainings and drive fundraising efforts for the course. If you’re passionate about program development and marketing, and eager to make a difference, we invite you to apply for this engaging position.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Two years of experience organizing or facilitating ropes and challenge-related programs
- Two years of experience with maintaining or facilitating ropes and challenge-related courses/facilities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven ability to train groups of people, with a focus on conducting internal trainings
- Hands-on experience in course maintenance and labor, including tasks such as repairing and maintaining equipment (e.g., zipline maintenance)
- Proficiency in marketing through various channels, including phone and social media
- Demonstrated ability to manage finances responsibly, ensuring that all earnings are allocated to the program
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
- Ability to design and market challenge/ropes programs
- Ability to budget and plan
- Ability to manage financial operations
- Ability to perform basic maintenance of a large outdoor course and related facilities (e.g., mowing, repairs)
Responsibilities
ChallengeWorks Coordination:
- Oversees and performs maintenance of challenge works course and the buildings and grounds therein
- Develops and implements marketing strategies of the different Challenge Works programs
- Oversees and hires additional workers to implement programs as needed
Low & High-Element Programs:
- Develops and facilitates both low and high-element programs for youth, college-age and professional populations
Invoicing & Payment:
- Works with the KNSM business office staff to invoice programs and pay facilitators
- Responsible for garnering funding to pay for all staff and operations of the Challengeworks programs
Accreditation and Licensing:
- Oversees adherence to Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) standards for annual inspections and facilitator certifications. Performs other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to lead high and ropes course programs in a safe manner, including all aspects of demonstration and safety
- Ability to perform light maintenance, including mowing and general repairs
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- 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 TexasÂ
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Â
- 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
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.
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.
