Coordinator, Learn And Earn

Details

Open Date 03/12/2024

Requisition Number PRN37929B

Job Title Coordinator, Administrative Program

Working Title Coordinator, Learn and Earn

Job Grade D

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

• 40/week; variations given remote needs of students and staff.

• Some evenings and weekends will be required.

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00021 - Student Success & Empowerment

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $45,000-$50,000

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Summary

The Office of Undergraduate Studies invites applications for the position of Coordinator, Learn and Earn (L|earn), an innovative and high-impact student employment and completion program that provides structured professional development and career coaching to students who are currently employed at the university. From admission to graduation, the units of the Office of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Utah provide every student with an exceptional educational experience that empowers them to lead transformational lives wherever their educational and professional futures take them.

Learn and Earn provides opportunities for students to understand their career goals, explore and develop career-adjacent skills, receive professional polishing to graduate career-ready, and be positioned to become leaders in their community. The Program Coordinator will report to the Senior Associate Dean for Student Success and Transformative Experiences in the Office of Undergraduate Studies and is responsible for coordinating with campus partners to support student success and completion efforts while creating a core system for on-campus employment professional development. This team member will connect with human resources, financial aid and scholarships, and Undergraduate Studies to support an exceptional employment experience. This position is funded by a two-year grant from the Strada Education Foundation. Applications received by March 31, 2024 will receive priority consideration.

Responsibilities

The Program Coordinator, Learn and Earn will:

• Monitor and report on the completion of professional development and scholarship requirements for Learn and Earn students.

• Track mid-term and semester student data, including GPA and enrolled credit hours, and conduct necessary interventions.

• Serve as a liaison to the U Career Success team.

• Organize and facilitate workshops or related information sessions (in-person or virtual) that connect students with employers, including those in the Health Professions and Information Technology.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for students, faculty, and employers involved in the Learn and Earn program.

• Conduct regular assessments of the program and provide reports on its effectiveness, student success rates, and areas for improvement.

• Participate in the Inside Track Student Success Coaching training.

• Collaborate with the Undergraduate Studies marketing team to create Learn and Earn marketing materials and social media posts.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus one year directly related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content. Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Experience working with on and off-campus employers

• Experience with career-readiness programs

• Experience working with students from diverse populations

• Master’s degree

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.