Program Coordinator - Student Governance

S05302P

Program Coordinator - Student Governance

Student Governance

Arlington

Administrative Support

Full-time

Standard

• Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
• Requires some evening and weekend hours for student meetings and activities.
• There is occasional travel to regional and national professional and student development conferences.

External and Internal

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $45,000.

Funding expected to continue

Monthly

Yes

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The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

This Program Coordinator role reports to the Assistant Director and supports advisement, training and oversight of Student Governance Department cocurricular programs within the Involvement and Engagement (I&E) unit of the Division of Student Affairs. The department oversees three shared-governance organizations including the UTA Ambassadors, student government association, and the graduate student council.
Responsibilities include a variety of programmatic and administrative duties within the department requiring moderate exercise of independent judgment, initiative, and the ability to make decisions relative to department operations. In addition, this position oversees and coordinates marketing and communications initiatives for the Involvement & Engagement unit.

• Primary staff advisor to the UTA Ambassadors which includes:
  • The programs coordinated and sponsored through the organization such as: “Ask Me” Days!, MavSwap, Spirit Week.
  • The Ambassadors’ participation in Parent & Family Weekend.
  • The Maverick Speakers Series.
  • The promotion of The Maverick Way.
• Serves as a secondary advisor to the student government association and graduate student council. Including attending select meetings and events and activities.
• Coordinates marketing and communications initiatives for the Involvement & Engagement unit. Including supervision of students to assist in managing digital content and unit efforts.
• Coordinates the department’s involvement in Maverick Stampede and Homecoming programs, such as late-night shopping, Decorate Downtown, Homecoming Challenge, and the Homecoming Parade/Pep Rally.
• Coordinate the department’s involvement in New Maverick Orientation and Maventure programs.
• Track expenses and monitor budget for sponsored programs and initiatives.
• Provide supervision, training, guidance, evaluation, learning-outcomes assessment, and recognition to paid and volunteer student leaders within supervised student programs.
• Assist with departmental programs and initiatives to provide overall support to the assistant director and serve on university- and division-wide committees as deemed necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Licenses: Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License is needed. Applicant selected must provide a current three (3)-year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver’s License within thirty (30) days after entering Texas as a new resident.

• Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years or more of related experience working in educational administration, student personnel/development or related field.
• Computer literacy with working experience using Microsoft 365 (Office) applications, Adobe Creative Cloud programs, digital forms, and desktop publishing.
• Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating student-facing events and cocurricular programs.
• Solid problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking and coaching skills.
• Ability to uphold policies and standards with regard to student programs and activities in a manner that is neutral to viewpoint/expressive student activities.
• Experience working with a varied student population; professional communication including excellent writing and public speaking skills.
• Experience in advising student organizations, student counseling, budget planning and management.
• Effective organizational skills, including ability to plan for future events and execute in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with various campus departments.
• Experience in training, development, and/or classroom facilitation for students and staff.
• Ability to drive a 15-passenger van in order to transport students to meetings and conferences.

• Master’s degree required and three (3) years of full-time experience working in student activities, student/shared governance, leadership development, student affairs, or a related field.
• Provide a successful record of program and leadership development.
• Solid experience with assessment of student learning and program-effectiveness outcomes.

• Ability to utilize independent thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to work independently.

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

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Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.