Location
Brownsville, Texas
Department
Math and Science Academy
Scope of Job
To assist in the operation of a program or multiple projects, exercising independent judgment and authority as required dedicated to working with High School students in collaboration with the Office of Community Engagement, Office of Engaged Scholarship & Learning, and several UTRGV faculty in identifying research opportunities, local scholarship opportunities, and community partnerships.
Description of Duties
- Responsible for coordinating and supporting student Clubs and Organizations (NHS and Student Council) and assisting with events which include, but are not limited to Information Sessions, New Student Immersion, Summer Bridge, Orientations, Graduation, monthly student seminars/workshops, campus instructional activities, student socio/emotional activities, student wellness activities.
- 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.
- Identifies and connects students with suitable research opportunities across various university departments and coordinates with university faculty to create research internships and projects tailored to the student’s interests and strengths.
- Provides mentorship and guidance to students in navigating research programs, including application processes, project selection, and presentation of their research findings.
- Identifies local businesses, non-profits, and community organizations who offer volunteer opportunities to support MSA high-school community service efforts.
- Organizes community service events and projects, fostering a culture of volunteerism and community involvement among students.
- Provides students with information on available community service opportunities and assists them in finding suitable placements.
- Sponsors, oversees, and meets with students for Clubs and Organizations of the Math and Science Academy (MSA) (ex. Student Council and National Honor Society).
- Manages and monitors the MSA’s social media pages.
- Assists others in writing and developing proposals for funding grants.
- 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 in a related field from an accredited university
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
Experience working with High School Students
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment.
Preferred: Video Conferencing Equipment, Digital Camera and Videography Devices, Presentation Tools
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
08/20/2026
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