Coordinator III, Special Program
The University of Texas at Arlington

Posting Number:

S05716P

Coordinator III, Special Program

Mcnair Scholars Prog

Arlington

Administrative Support

Full-time

Standard

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

• Some overnight, evening and weekend work may be required.

External and Internal

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

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.

To provide professional administrative and managerial skills in the coordination of programs and initiatives targeted to current undergraduate students specifically targeted to McNair Scholars. Provide professional knowledge, administrative, and managerial skills in the development coordination of all phases and activities of undergraduate research, scholarships, and sponsored programs. Responsible for assisting the Director(s) with supervision, planning and coordination; and administration of undergraduate research efforts. Assist the Director with day-to-day and advanced management of programming and other duties necessary to deliver, evaluate, and improve deliverables.

• Performs day-to-day functions in the coordination of office programs which may include tracking student progress, record keeping, event planning, advising, advertising, and marketing, and listserv announcements, and scholarship, recruitment, retention of participants, graduate/career plans, while providing guidance leading to the Ph.D. (McNair) and McNair Scholars Program (MSN) activity platforms, and and/or other similar functions, as advised by the director(s).
• Assist in teaching/facilitating course workshops for McNair Scholars program and/or in collaboration with other OUR programs as it relates to MSN.
• Responds to general inquiries regarding undergraduate research and programs.
• Manage OUR email to help with such responses.
• Assists with grant writing, QEP, reports and other scholarly activities geared toward programming support for the MSN.
• Gathers and compiles program data from events, activities, and program assessments.
• Aid with collecting data for annual reporting and tracking of current and previous McNair Scholar participants as advised by director(s).
• Supervise assigned student employees and student leaders.
• Participate in interviews, assisting with the on-boarding processes, and regular meetings with student participants documenting academic progress, financial/student aid situations, as advised by the director(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned, including serving on various committees and active in professional development for the Office of Undergraduate Research as needed.
• Consults and interacts with appropriate administrative and supervising staff regarding program operations for all activities and programs involved. This includes providing direction and recommendations for new initiatives and student journals/publications as advised by director(s).
• Performs other duties as needed.

• Master's degree in related experience and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Five (5) years progressively responsible administrative higher education experience working with faculty, staff and undergraduate students.
• Two (2) years of experience working with college students in a programmatic and advisory capacity.

• Experience with TRIO programs at an undergraduate institution.
• Experience in coordinating undergraduate research and creative scholarship programs at an undergraduate institution.
• Familiarity with external funding opportunities and success in securing such funding is preferred.
• Experience in an advisory, administrative or educational capacity with students.

• In-depth understanding of undergraduate research and creative activity.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, provide leadership, and work well as a contributing member to a small team required.
• Knowledge of student guidance and advising practices as well as university admissions and financial aid programs.
• Close attention to detail and meticulous administration.
• Knowledge of computer and other standard office equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills.
• Quantitative and for qualitative data analysis skills, verbal analytic skills.
• Demonstrated experience with program marketing and communication including use of social media.
• Commitment and demonstrated ability to successfully work with various student populations, including first generation college students and underrepresented students.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with traditionally underrepresented students with a commitment to working with various student populations.

• Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render the position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215 Texas Education Code.

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.