Administrative Coordinator I

Agency

Department

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 imposes a $100000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition on January 27 2026 Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Works under general supervision and coordinates administrative support for a unit or specialized activity including providing direct high-level support to the Executive Director of University Special Events & Protocol. This role requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment in managing sensitive information executive priorities and complex event logistics.

The salary is determined in accordance with the Universitys compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates education and experience within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates administrative support functions for the Office of University Special Events & Protocol. Plans and coordinates administrative activities and services in alignment with executive leadership priorities. Participates in the planning and execution of administrative and operational functions supporting high-level university events and protocol activities. May serve as the office manager. Monitors office procedures and ensures alignment with executive expectations. Develops evaluates and ensures adherence to office procedures. May assist in the development and monitoring of budgets related to events and operations.
• Provides direct administrative and operational support to the Executive Director including managing calendars prioritizing communications and facilitating workflow to ensure timely execution of strategic initiatives and special events. Reviews and signs documents on behalf of the Executive Director as delegated. Represents the Executive Director in meetings or committees as assigned.
• Supports the coordination and execution of high-profile university events including commencements presidential functions VIP visits and institutional ceremonies. Assists with protocol-related logistics such as RSVP management seating arrangements dignitary coordination and event documentation.
• Analyzes programs projects or initiatives related to University Special Events & Protocol. Monitors project timelines identifies issues and ensures alignment with executive priorities. Adapts combines and improves services processes or programs to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of event operations.
• Formulates interprets and/or implements management policies or operating practices related to special events and protocol. Develops administrative and technical procedures to support executive-level operations. Researches interprets compiles and responds to inquiries regarding rules regulations policies and procedures. May monitor compliance with institutional and protocol standards.
• Performs special analyses and prepares project summaries briefings and executive reports for the Executive Director. Coordinates office records retention and maintains reference and resource materials related to events protocol and administrative operations.
• Coordinates travel arrangements and prepares itineraries for the Executive Director and/or event-related travel. Plans and coordinates meetings seminars and high-level special events ensuring seamless execution and alignment with protocol standards.
• Coordinates the maintenance of office supplies and equipment. Makes recommendations for process improvements administrative changes or new initiatives that support the strategic direction of University Special Events & Protocol.
• May supervise train and evaluate the work of administrative or student staff supporting the office. Assigns tasks monitors performance and evaluates job progress.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing spreadsheet database and presentation applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Interpersonal and communication skills. Planning and organization skills.

Special Requirements:

• Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelors degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelors degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of six years of experience.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 10/18/2026

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed belowin 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

• Cover Letter

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 thePVAMUCareer 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 or 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 institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.