External Programs Coordinator

Minimum eight (8) years of experience in law enforcement, fire service, emergency management, training management, public safety administration, or external relations.

Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and multi-agency coordination.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to exercise independent judgment within established guidelines.

Ability to travel up to 25%, including potential international travel.

Ability to work a regular 40-hour work week.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ALERRT Certified or Adjunct Instructor
• In-depth knowledge of ALERRT program, curriculum, training model, and course offerings
• Supervisory or regional leadership experience
• Experience managing budgets and monitoring grant-funded programs
• Contract negotiation experience
• International program coordination experience
• Prior grant writing experience

Job Description:
The External Programs Coordinator serves as a senior operational leader within the ALERRT Center, responsible for developing and sustaining strategic partnerships with law enforcement agencies, public safety organizations, governmental entities, and international stakeholders. This position manages contracted training services and coordinates external training deployments. The position is responsible for marketing and selling course offerings and for achieving enrollment levels that support the program's established financial targets.

The External Programs Coordinator manages complex training agreements, monitors contract budgets, and coordinates cross-regional operations, while ensuring quality control across externally delivered programs. The position functions as a key liaison between ALERRT and external partners and serves as Acting Public Information Officer in the absence of the Director of External Relations.

Job Duties:

• Build and maintain partnerships with law enforcement/public safety agencies across all jurisdiction levels; serve as primary contact for customized training requests
• Develop proposals, scopes of work, and negotiate contract terms for specialized training services
• Manage contract budgets, scheduling, instructor coordination, and logistics to ensure fiscal compliance and quality delivery
• Monitor partner satisfaction and prepare performance reports/documentation for leadership
• Collaborate on curriculum development, identifying emerging threat trends and recommending enhancements
• Support domestic and international rollout of approved course offerings
• Serve as Acting Public Information Officer in Director's absence; coordinate messaging and respond to media inquiries as delegated
• Assist in planning international training engagements and liaise with host agencies under leadership direction
• Ensure compliance with university and grant guidelines for international deployments
• Represent ALERRT at conferences and outreach events; apply strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities and additional assigned duties

Additional Information to Applicants:


Job Open Date: 09/29/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:


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About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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