Job Title
Activity Coordinator - Programming
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
Student Life/Student Activities
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution
(MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54
foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time
Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly
talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and
graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the
Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of
resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to
collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member
institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on
Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best
College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern,
attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support
facilities.
PURPOSE
As part of our Student Activities professional team, the
Coordinator for Programming will advise the Campus Activities Board
(CAB) that hosts both large- and small-scale campus events, and
coordinate Anchor Camp, TAMU-CC's 3-day extended orientation camp.
This position will assist with large-scale campus programming
efforts such as concerts, welcome weeks, and Family Weekend events.
The Coordinator supervises student leaders, builds a sense of
campus community through supporting and growing campus traditions,
and is an active part of the Student Activities team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Campus Programming - 60%
- Serve as the advisor for the Campus Activities Board (CAB) by
providing leadership, training and support for the programming
board student leaders and members. Plan and attend meetings,
events, retreats, and social activities. Oversee event
co-sponsorship processes, budget and risk management. Collaborate
with the officers to set the vision, and goals for CAB to engage
students each year.
- Oversee the selection, supervision and training of CAB board
members each year, and develop membership programs that support
growth of CAB programs and develop pools of upcoming leaders.
- Provide programmatic support and leadership on large-scale
collaborative campus / division events such as concert
collaborations, Fall Beach Bash, Family Weekend, Islander Lights
and Homecoming.
Advising Anchor Camp - 25%
- Coordinate Anchor Camp first-year camp program. Provide
leadership and directions for camp, ensuring the goals of camp
coincide with the mission of the department and the university.
Oversee the development of camp curriculum including social,
educational, wellbeing and campus spirit / tradition
components.
- Recruits and selects student program assistants and volunteer
student staff. Develop a training plan for student staff. Work in
conjunction with camp facilities on logistical needs and risk
management.
Administrative, Marketing & Team Duties - 15%
- Coordinate all marketing and social media for CAB, Anchor Camp
and team events, with assistance of the Student Activities
marketing team.
- Track budget expenditures, ie: keep expenses in line with the
specified line items, follow all purchasing guidelines and keep
track of all expenses.
- Establish working professional relationships with University
faculty and staff, especially in pertinent areas such as Event
Planning, UC Operations, and Catering.
- Establish goals and assessments for each area of
responsibility.
- Represent Student Activities, on University and Division
committees such as Homecoming and Waves of Welcome.
- Be an active member of the Student Activities team and support
departmental and campus wide programming as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- One (1) year progressively responsible experience developing
and implementing student activities, orientations, or similar
programs/related field (one year full-time or 2 years
part-time/graduate assistantship).
- Leadership experience in a student organization as an
undergraduate/graduate.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills to be able
to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with
students, faculty, staff, administrators, and community
agencies.
- Demonstrated experience in planning, implementing, and
evaluating small to large scale university events.
- Demonstrated experience in initiating and implementing
leadership training for students.
- Ability to understand and interpret policies, rules, and
regulations.
- Capacity to multitask complex assignments in a fast-paced
environment and to use technology to accomplish
responsibilities.
- Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and conflict
management skills.
- Ability to work within budgetary limits.
- Ability to work weekends and evenings.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in higher education or related field.
- Experience with a programming board or extended orientation
camp.
- Proficiency to develop and implement marketing strategies for
programs.
- Ability to create and implement a comprehensive calendar of
student-centered events.
- Experience working with entertainment agents and contract
negotiation.
- Knowledge of risk management, experiential learning, and
assessment techniques.
SALARY: $43,888/annually, approximately
NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential
proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued
by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
From our generous
benefits package and
professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs
and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is
an engaging and rewarding place to work.
Insurance
- Medical$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after
university contribution ($920 value).Up to 83% of premium covered
by the university:Employee and SpouseEmployee and ChildrenEmployee
and Family coverage
- Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability,
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-campus wellness
opportunities
Work Life
Solutions:
- Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and
Legal Resources
Tuition
Benefits:
- Public Loan Forgiveness
- Book scholarships
- 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year
(other rules may apply).
Retirement
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement
Plan (ORP)
- Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time
Off:
- 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
- 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
- 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
- 12-15 paid holidays each year.
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.
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