Job Description

Summary :

The Program Specialist works under the general supervision of the Director of the Innovation Proving Ground (IPG). The Program Specialist entry-level duties and extend support to research, integration, experimentation, and testing activities.

The Program Specialist will work with partners internal to the Texas A&M University System and external (e.g., Army organizations, industry, labs).

The BCDC located on the 2,-acre RELLIS Campus in Bryan, TX is an ecosystem for agile technology development and service-member-inspired research.

The $ million complex is designed to bring together researchers from U.S. universities, the military, and the private sector for collaboration, demonstrations, and high-tech testing of initiatives to help accelerate military innovation for our nation’s defense.

Responsibilities :

• Assists in planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring programs and services.
• Plans and develops specialized programs such as conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings, and workshops to facilitate program goals.
• Coordinates specialized program communications and marketing materials.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures.
• Assists in the preparation, maintenance, and communication of budgets, special reports, and other documents.
• Attends meetings and conferences to discuss the progress of assigned programs.
• Supports IPG with travel, contract, inventory maintenance, compliance, procurement, and security support systems.
• Supports all phases of IPG Operations (Plan, Prepare, Execute, and Report).
• As required assists in range, data systems, and equipment integration, sustainability, and accountability.
• Assists in the integration and support of student workers and interns assigned to the IPG.

Education and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Registration, Certifications, and Licenses :

Must be able to gain and maintain a DoD (Department of Defense) security clearance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of word processing, database, spreadsheet, date and file management, and visualization applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgement.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to lift and carry objects between 10 to 20 pounds.
• Ability to work outside in field conditions.

Other Requirements :

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices.

Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

Last updated : 2024-04-26