University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
Contact Phone Numbers Edinburg: (956)665-2451
Brownsville: (956) 882-8205
Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Faculty Recruitment Emails
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
Position Information
Posting Number:
SRGV8737
Working Title:
PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Number of Vacancies:
1
Location:
Edinburg, Texas
Department:
Office of the Provost Academic Affairs
FTE:
1.0
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Scope of Job To provide support in the operation and coordination of a program or multiple projects. Responsible for assigned phases of a program or select projects within the Office of the Provost.
Description of Duties
Coordinates program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives for the Office of the Provost.
Supervises assigned day-to-day activities and personnel of the assigned program.
Participates in planning and developing methods for program implementation and administration; coordinates program activities.
Performs on-site reviews and reports activities and resolutions of project operating issues with project staff.
May represent department in official functions.
Drafts brochures, letters, agendas, and contracts.
Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars related to the program’s mission and goals.
Reviews records and reports of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified program objective; recommends modifications to methods or procedures as required to redirect activities and ensure that objective is attained.
Supervises and organizes seminars, conferences, and presentations.
Prepares recurring program reports for management use or as required for project or program.
May participate in preparing grant proposals to state and federal agencies and private foundations.
May conduct formal training or instruction in a classroom setting.
Interacts with faculty, staff and students to promote the goals and objective Office of the Provost assigned programs.
Assists in preparing reports, proposals, manuals, and other documentation as required for the program.
Develops and maintains database on research studies, policy issues, etc.
Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the program.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received Specific supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given Supervises assigned staff.
Required Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education N/A.
Licenses / Certifications None.
Required Experience
One (1) year of general office experience or experience in the appropriate field of the program.
Three (3) years of the required experience with an Associate Degree or 60 hours of College Credit.
Five (5) years of the required experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Experience N/A.
Equipment As specified for the particular job.
Working Conditions Normal office, classroom or outside environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. Particular project or program may require ability to drive a car for local or distant travel for consultation, training, meetings, or on site demonstrations. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach and lift for retrieving/maintaining files and for setting up multimedia equipment. Must be able to move between buildings, offices and classrooms. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other Must demonstrate effective project promotion skills, and, the ability to develop and maintain strong working relations with internal and external agencies and entities. Ability to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
Employment Category Full‑time.
Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience.
EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
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1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
Contact Phone Numbers Edinburg: (956)665-2451
Brownsville: (956) 882-8205
Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Faculty Recruitment Emails
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
Position Information
Posting Number:
SRGV8737
Working Title:
PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Number of Vacancies:
1
Location:
Edinburg, Texas
Department:
Office of the Provost Academic Affairs
FTE:
1.0
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Scope of Job To provide support in the operation and coordination of a program or multiple projects. Responsible for assigned phases of a program or select projects within the Office of the Provost.
Description of Duties
Coordinates program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives for the Office of the Provost.
Supervises assigned day-to-day activities and personnel of the assigned program.
Participates in planning and developing methods for program implementation and administration; coordinates program activities.
Performs on-site reviews and reports activities and resolutions of project operating issues with project staff.
May represent department in official functions.
Drafts brochures, letters, agendas, and contracts.
Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars related to the program’s mission and goals.
Reviews records and reports of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified program objective; recommends modifications to methods or procedures as required to redirect activities and ensure that objective is attained.
Supervises and organizes seminars, conferences, and presentations.
Prepares recurring program reports for management use or as required for project or program.
May participate in preparing grant proposals to state and federal agencies and private foundations.
May conduct formal training or instruction in a classroom setting.
Interacts with faculty, staff and students to promote the goals and objective Office of the Provost assigned programs.
Assists in preparing reports, proposals, manuals, and other documentation as required for the program.
Develops and maintains database on research studies, policy issues, etc.
Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the program.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received Specific supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given Supervises assigned staff.
Required Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education N/A.
Licenses / Certifications None.
Required Experience
One (1) year of general office experience or experience in the appropriate field of the program.
Three (3) years of the required experience with an Associate Degree or 60 hours of College Credit.
Five (5) years of the required experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Experience N/A.
Equipment As specified for the particular job.
Working Conditions Normal office, classroom or outside environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. Particular project or program may require ability to drive a car for local or distant travel for consultation, training, meetings, or on site demonstrations. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach and lift for retrieving/maintaining files and for setting up multimedia equipment. Must be able to move between buildings, offices and classrooms. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other Must demonstrate effective project promotion skills, and, the ability to develop and maintain strong working relations with internal and external agencies and entities. Ability to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
Employment Category Full‑time.
Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience.
EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
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