Program Specialist II (Events)

Location: Main Campus, College Station, Texas, United States; in-person attendance at weekend and evening events is required.

Company

hirify.global Experiment Station is the research arm of hirify.global and a state agency within the Texas A&M University System, focused on engineering research, workforce development, and technology transition.

What you will do

• Plan, implement, and execute special events, programs, and conferences for Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station and the College of Engineering.
• Supervise and coordinate event personnel, vendors, and student support staff.
• Maintain and support the events management system.
• Support departmental, college, and center events and conferences.
• Lead projects involving new college-wide event policies and procedures.
• Prepare post-event analysis, budget summaries, and participation feedback, and manage Departmental Event Liaison education and communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years of related event experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to learn online reservation systems, track details, think critically, adapt quickly, and solve problems creatively.
• Must complete U.S. employment eligibility verification and provide acceptable documents for authorization to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• Administrative experience.
• Experience planning, implementing, and executing events.
• Experience with event management software.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, prescription, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options.
• Defined-benefit retirement plan with an 8.25% employer contribution, plus voluntary retirement programs.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Professional development through LinkedIn Learning, tuition assistance, educational release time, and training opportunities.
• Wellness programs and release time supporting work-life balance.
• Work includes direct engagement with minors and youth and requires compliance with university policies and state safety regulations.

Hiring process

• Submit a resume or CV, a letter of interest, and three work references with contact information, including at least one supervisor or former supervisor.
• Employment is contingent on credential verification and a criminal history investigation.