Program Specialist II (Temp, Summer Bridge Program)

Job Title

Program Specialist II (Temp, Summer Bridge Program)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Student Success

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

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The Program Specialist II is a temporary summer position responsible for supervising approximately 450-500 incoming freshmen residing in the campus residence halls during the Summer Bridge Program, held from June 29, 2026 to August 7th, 2026. This five-week program is designed to help new students become acquainted with the University and transition into college life. Selected candidates will live in the residence halls with students and must be available weekdays and weekends to fulfill the responsibilities of the role. Housing and meals are provided for the duration of the program.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Supervision of 450-500 incoming freshman students in the residence halls during the Summer Bridge Program. Promote and uphold a secure environment within the residence hall.
• Conducts health and welfare checks. Assists students with housing and medical issues.
• Provides conflict resolution between students. Enforces university policy and Student Code of Conduct.
• Assist with student move-in/move-out processes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet 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 judgment.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to stay on campus for the duration of the program to perform required job responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree with 1-2 years of experience working with university freshmen in a college setting.
• Must be able to work with freshmen, peer counselors, and supervisors.

Special Requirements:

• Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelor's degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of six years of experience.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 06/12/2026

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

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.