National Fellowships Program Coordinator

Job Title

National Fellowships Program Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

National Fellowships

Proposed Minimum Salary

$32.05 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What We Want

The Office of National Fellowships is seeking a Program Coordinator I to support outreach and the coordination of national fellowship and internal award opportunities at Texas A&M University. We are looking for an organized, proactive, and student-centered professional who will play a key role in coordinating campus fellowship competitions, supporting students throughout the application process, maintaining accurate program information and records, and expanding awareness of national fellowship opportunities across the university.

The successful candidate will serve as an important point of contact for students, faculty, campus committee members, and university partners. This individual will coordinate campus review processes, manage application timelines and materials, maintain the Office’s website and fellowship database, support outreach initiatives (including through social media), and conduct advising appointments with students interested in national fellowships.

We are looking for someone who is highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, and comfortable working with sensitive student information. The ideal candidate will be able to learn and communicate complex eligibility requirements, application procedures, and fellowship expectations clearly to a variety of audiences. Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in Excel and Google Forms is essential.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently while also collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners. Experience working in higher education, particularly in academic advising, student development, study abroad, undergraduate research, honors programs, scholarships, fellowships, or academic writing support will be especially valuable.

If you are excited about helping students identify and pursue transformative national fellowship opportunities while contributing to the growth of a university-wide program, we encourage you to apply.

What You Need to Know

Salary: $32.05/hourly (Based on selected hire’s qualifications).

Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Position Details:

• This will be a part time benefits eligible position. Expected to work 24 hours per week.

• Includes occasional evening or weekend hours to support events, programs, and fellowship deadlines.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.

• At least two years of experience in academic advising, undergraduate research or honors programs, study abroad, higher education administration, scholarship or fellowship administration, or writing center.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in any field.

• Experience working in undergraduate research, honors program, or other student support programs.

• Experience working with national fellowships, scholarships, grants, or other competitive academic opportunities.

• Experience advising or mentoring students.

• Experience coordinating faculty or university committees.

• Experience maintaining websites, databases, student information systems, or other digital information platforms.

• Experience developing outreach, recruitment, or communications initiatives for students, including through social media.

• Familiarity with national fellowship programs and/or competitive scholarship opportunities.

• International experience, study abroad experience, or experience working with internationally focused programs.

• Experience using university systems for student records, appointment scheduling, event management, communications, or data management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work in person in an office environment.

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.

• Ability to work occasional evening or weekend hours to support events, programs, and application deadlines.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and application information.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.

• Ability to learn and communicate complex eligibility requirements, application procedures, and program guidelines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience working with Excel spreadsheet and Google Forms.

• Experience advising students in a professional setting.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling student records, applications, and other sensitive information.

• Ability to coordinate meetings, events, committees, and other activities involving multiple participants and competing schedules

Essential Duties/Tasks

• Campus Fellowship and Internal Award Competition and Committee Coordination - Coordinates campus application and review processes for national fellowship and internal award competitions requiring university nomination or campus review. Responsibilities include maintaining fellowship timelines, coordinating campus deadlines, collecting and organizing application materials, communicating requirements to applicants, recruiting and coordinating campus committee members, scheduling committee meetings and interviews, preparing committee materials and rubrics, distributing applications and supporting documents, tracking committee feedback and decisions, and communicating outcomes and next steps to students and campus partners. Maintains accurate records of campus competitions and develops systems and processes to ensure that deadlines, committee requirements, applicant information, and follow-up activities are consistently tracked. Supports the development and improvement of campus review procedures and assists with special projects related to the administration of national fellowship competitions.

• Program Operations, Website, and Database Management - Supports the daily operations of the Office of National Fellowships and serves as a central source of administrative support for the program. Maintains accurate fellowship information, deadlines, eligibility requirements, application procedures, and program descriptions in the Office’s database and online resources. Maintains and updates the Office website and other digital resources to ensure that information is accurate, current, accessible, and presented clearly to students, faculty, and campus partners. Maintains student and fellowship records, spreadsheets, tracking systems, and other databases used to administer programs and assess student engagement. Assists with data collection, reporting, assessment, and preparation of materials for internal and external audiences. Identifies inconsistencies or outdated information and proactively works to correct records and improve information-management processes.

• Student Advising and Application Support - Provides individual and group advising support to students interested in national fellowships and scholarships. Responds to student inquiries, conducts advising appointments, explains fellowship eligibility requirements and application processes, and helps students understand campus and external deadlines. Supports students in identifying appropriate fellowship opportunities and navigating application requirements. Provides general guidance on application components, timelines, and campus processes while referring students to appropriate faculty, staff, or external resources when specialized assistance is needed. Assists with developing and delivering workshops, information sessions, presentations, and other educational programming designed to introduce students to national fellowship opportunities and strengthen their understanding of the application process.

• Outreach, Recruitment, and Communications - Supports outreach initiatives designed to increase awareness and participation in national fellowship opportunities across Texas A&M University. Collaborates with colleges, departments, academic programs, student organizations, faculty, advisors, and other campus partners to promote fellowship opportunities and identify prospective applicants. Assists with planning and implementing information sessions, presentations, workshops, tabling activities, outreach campaigns, and other recruitment initiatives. Develops and maintains communications materials, including emails, presentations, handouts, website content, social media content, and other promotional materials. Responds to inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and campus partners in a timely and professional manner and helps ensure consistent communication about fellowship opportunities, deadlines, and program procedures.

• Administrative Support, Assessment, and Professional Development - Maintains office calendars, files, records, and administrative documentation. Assists with event logistics, purchasing, reimbursements, supplies, meeting preparation, and other administrative functions that support the daily operations of the Office of National Fellowships. Collects and maintains program participation and outcome data and assists with assessment activities designed to evaluate and improve Office programs and services. Participates in team meetings and contributes to the development and improvement of office procedures, resources, and systems. Engages in ongoing professional development related to national fellowships, student advising, higher education administration, and other areas relevant to the position. Performs other duties as assigned to support the Office of National Fellowships.

Who We Are

The Office of National Fellowships supports high-achieving and purpose-driven students as they pursue nationally and internationally competitive awards. We help students discover their potential, articulate their aspirations, and develop the skills needed to compete for prestigious opportunities that expand their academic, professional, and global engagement.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month  

• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  

• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

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.