Program Manager

Job Title

Program Manager

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Office for Youth Engagement

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,416.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What We Want

We’re seeking a thoughtful and skilled Program Manager who can design high-quality curriculum and training with both creativity and precision. This person values feedback as a critical part of the process, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is committed to refining their work to meet a high standard of excellence.

What You Need to Know

Salary: $60,000/annually

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

Other Requirements and Factors:

• This position may require up to 10% or more travel.

• This position may require occasional work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Content Development and Training

• Designs, develops, and revises curriculum, publications, and program content aligned with LevelUp Texas goals and target audiences.

• Creates engaging, age-appropriate materials that support college and career exploration for youth and families.

• Leads training for staff on new content, including facilitating sessions and developing internalization resources.

• Collaborate with team members to ensure content is practical, high-quality, and aligned with program implementation needs. 

Project Management and Innovation 

• Manages key strategic projects by coordinating timelines, deliverables, and external partners or contractors.

• Oversee the redesign and ongoing development of the LevelUp Texas Club, including content, structure, and user experience. 

• Tracks project progress, identifies risks, and ensures alignment with team priorities and deadlines. 

Program Support & Collaboration 

• Supports team-wide initiatives and events, including planning, materials development, and execution.

• Collaborates across the team to ensure alignment between curriculum, programming, and outreach efforts.

• Contributes to a high-trust, high-feedback team culture through clear communication and collaboration. 

General Program Administration 

• Assists with program documentation, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts. 

• May supervise student workers or project-based staff as needed. 

• Supports Director with tasks as needed.  

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in K-12 education, content development, or other relevant youth experience.

• 5 Years experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or educational programming with 2 of those years leading or training others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in K–12 education (e.g., classroom teaching, instructional coaching, or curriculum leadership).  

• Experience developing curriculum or resources beyond a single classroom (e.g., grade-level, district, or organizational level).  

• Experience managing external vendors or contractors.  

• Familiarity with youth development, college and career readiness, or informal education programs. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate ambiguity in a dynamic environment. 

• Ability to collaborate across teams and build strong working relationships. 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of college and career readiness and pathways, with the ability to develop engaging, developmentally appropriate content that builds awareness for K–12 students and families. 

• Excellent facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to train and collaborate with others effectively.  

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with at