Program Coordinator II

Job Title

Program Coordinator II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Anthropology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

Texas A&M University's Department of Anthropology is seeking a Program Coordinator II to support the management and stewardship of archaeological and museum collections. Primary responsibilities include maintaining collection inventories, implementing preservation strategies, overseeing digitization efforts, and integrating emerging technologies to enhance collection management, accessibility, and engagement. The position is responsible for preparing reports, maintaining accurate administrative and collection documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and professional standards. Additional duties include assisting the Director of Museum Studies with the Internship Program, developing and managing public outreach initiatives, coordinating student engagement activities, supporting exhibitions and virtual exhibits, and managing social media content. The Program Coordinator II will also supervise, train, and mentor student employees and interns while performing additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Maintain inventory records of all collection items and archival records.

• Assess, implement, and document preservation strategies for physical and digital collections, including environmental monitoring, preventive conservation, condition reporting, data management policies, and collaboration with conservators to ensure long-term stewardship.

• Oversee digitization initiatives, including scanning, photography, 3D modeling, and the integration of emerging technologies to enhance collection preservation, accessibility, research, and public engagement.

• Assist the Director of ARC with accessions, deaccessions, object loans, research requests, and regulatory reporting requirements related to collection management.

• Coordinate the Museum Studies Internship program (including MUST 484) and collaborate with the Director of Museum Studies and external partners to develop, prepare for, and support student engagement opportunities, internships, coursework, public events, and outreach activities.

• Manage and contribute to the ARC's and MUST's social media presence in support of educational, research, outreach, and public engagement initiatives.

• Oversee the development and coordination of collection-based displays, museum exhibitions, and virtual exhibitions showcasing collection highlights, research projects, and student work.

• Compile and submit annual reports detailing ARC activities, accomplishments, collections data, research initiatives, and compliance updates.

• Organize and manage administrative documentation and records.

• Supervise the daily work of Graduate Research Assistants, Student Technicians, and interns, including the development, maintenance, and delivery of training materials and instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 4 years of related experience.

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• Master’s degree in museum studies or Anthropology/Archaeology.

• Knowledge of museum and archaeological curation.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Knowledge of digitization processes and digital preservation for museum collections.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write interpretive content, policy documents, and professional correspondence.

• Ability to train and mentor students or interns in museum practices.

• Understanding and ability to follow Federal and State policy on collections management and cultural heritage compliance.

• Extensive knowledge of museum and archaeological curation and ability to manage, preserve, and interpret collections.

• Knowledge of emerging technologies in museums, digitization, digital asset management systems, and virtual exhibition platforms.

• Familiarity with social media strategies for museums, including content creation and audience engagement to promote collections, exhibitions, and educational programs.

• Strong collaboration skills with academic, institutional, and community partners.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.

What you need to do

Apply! Submit a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. 

Why Texas A&M University? 

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

Anthropology, in the College of Arts and Sciences, is the study of what it means to be human in the broadest sense, through an examination of culture and society (sociocultural and linguistic anthropology), the biology and evolution of humans and our closest relatives (biological anthropology) and the study of past human communities and material culture (archaeology).  Students develop an appreciation of the value of physical and cultural differences at the local, national, and global levels, and learn critical thinking skills that support them in their careers.  

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 leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month 

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time 

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more  

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for 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 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

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.