The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Edinburg, TX
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Other
🗓️ August 12th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is hiring a Program Coordinator to manage and coordinate various aspects of a program or multiple projects within the College of Education and P-16 Integration. The role involves supervising staff, overseeing budgets, planning program activities, developing proposals, and fostering relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program objectives are met.
Highlights
- Coordinates program implementation and ensures activities meet specified objectives.
- Supervises and manages daily operations and personnel of assigned programs.
- Develops and oversees multiple projects or programs, including budget planning and expenditure control.
- Assists in writing and developing grant proposals for funding.
- Prepares reports, brochures, contracts, and organizes seminars and presentations related to the program.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
- Must have three years of related experience in program planning/coordination or equivalent experience with varied education levels.
- Needs strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to make independent decisions.
- Involves interaction with faculty, staff, students, and external agencies to promote projects.
- Salary is commensurate with experience; the position is full-time and exempt with some travel and occasional weekend work.
PROGRAM COORDINATOR Full Description
Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
Edinburg: (956)665-2451
Brownsville: (956) 882-8205
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Staff Recruitment: careers@utrgv.edu
School of Medicine Recruitment: SOMCareers@utrgv.edu
Graduate Assistantships: assistantships@utrgv.edu
Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
College of Sciences Office of the Dean: cos@utrgv.edu
College of Education and P-16 Integration: cep@utrgv.edu
College of Fine Arts: cofa@utrgv.edu
College of Liberal Arts: liberalarts@utrgv.edu
Website: https://careers.utrgv.edu
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
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Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
*Date of Birth
*Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
*Date of Birth
*Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | SRGV8457
Working Title | PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Number of Vacancies | 1
Location | Rio Grande Valley, Texas
Department | College of Education and P-16 Integration
FTE | 1.0
FLSA | Exempt
Scope of Job | To assist in the operation of a program or multiple projects, exercising independent judgment and authority as required. Responsible for all phases of the program, including budget recommendations, program selection, staff supervision, recommendations for future planning, and innovation.
Description of Duties | Coordinates program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives. Supervises and manages the day-to-day activities and personnel of the assigned program. Develops and supervises the implementation of multiple projects or programs. Participates in budget planning and is responsible for controlling expenditures in accordance with budget allocations for the program. Assists others in writing and developing proposals for funding grants. Coordinates the various activities of the program. Coordinates long and short term programs, including performing feasibility studies and estimating the cost of the program. Represents department in official functions. Reviews program records and reports of activities and recommends modifications to methods or procedures as required. Drafts brochures, letters, agendas, and contracts. May plan, develop, organize, and coordinate research and survey designs. Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars related to the program’s mission and goals. Supervises and organizes seminars, conferences, and presentations. Provides appropriate reports as required for the project or program. Provides ongoing staff development, on site demonstrations and field based experiences related to project or program. Conducts formal training or gives instruction regarding program policies and procedures. Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the program. May coordinate and oversee tutorial, counseling, teaching, and/or training activities of the program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received | General direction from the 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 | Three (3) years of experience performing closely related duties, including program planning/coordination or related experience in the appropriate field of the program, or One (1) year of the required experience with a Master’s degree, or Five (5) years of the required experience with an Associate Degree or 60 hours of College Credit, or Seven (7) 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 | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Normal office or 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 may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other | Ability to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Independent decision-making and problem-solving ability. Must demonstrate effective project promotion skills, and, the ability to develop and maintain strong working relations with internal and external agencies and entities.
Physical Capabilities | N/A
Employment Category | Full-Time
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date | 08/11/2025
Grant Funded Position | No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |
Working Title | PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Number of Vacancies | 1
Location | Rio Grande Valley, Texas
Department | College of Education and P-16 Integration
FTE | 1.0
FLSA | Exempt
Scope of Job | To assist in the operation of a program or multiple projects, exercising independent judgment and authority as required. Responsible for all phases of the program, including budget recommendations, program selection, staff supervision, recommendations for future planning, and innovation.
Description of Duties | Coordinates program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives. Supervises and manages the day-to-day activities and personnel of the assigned program. Develops and supervises the implementation of multiple projects or programs. Participates in budget planning and is responsible for controlling expenditures in accordance with budget allocations for the program. Assists others in writing and developing proposals for funding grants. Coordinates the various activities of the program. Coordinates long and short term programs, including performing feasibility studies and estimating the cost of the program. Represents department in official functions. Reviews program records and reports of activities and recommends modifications to methods or procedures as required. Drafts brochures, letters, agendas, and contracts. May plan, develop, organize, and coordinate research and survey designs. Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars related to the program’s mission and goals. Supervises and organizes seminars, conferences, and presentations. Provides appropriate reports as required for the project or program. Provides ongoing staff development, on site demonstrations and field based experiences related to project or program. Conducts formal training or gives instruction regarding program policies and procedures. Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the program. May coordinate and oversee tutorial, counseling, teaching, and/or training activities of the program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received | General direction from the 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 | Three (3) years of experience performing closely related duties, including program planning/coordination or related experience in the appropriate field of the program, or One (1) year of the required experience with a Master’s degree, or Five (5) years of the required experience with an Associate Degree or 60 hours of College Credit, or Seven (7) 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 | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Normal office or 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 may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other | Ability to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Independent decision-making and problem-solving ability. Must demonstrate effective project promotion skills, and, the ability to develop and maintain strong working relations with internal and external agencies and entities.
Physical Capabilities | N/A
Employment Category | Full-Time
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date | 08/11/2025
Grant Funded Position | No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |
Posting Detail Information
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.
Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Regulatory Affairs.
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48163
Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Regulatory Affairs.
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48163
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a current UTRGV employee?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
- Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
- Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- * Please select your highest level of completed education.
- 6th grade education
- 10th grade education
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
- Masters Degree from an accredited university
- Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
- None of the above
- * Please provide the field of study for your education:
(Open Ended Question) - * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years
- Over 10 years
- * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
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