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The University of Texas at Arlington Coordinator I, Special Programs in Arlington, Texas
Coordinator I, Special Programs
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Position Information
Posting Number S05416P
Position Title Coordinator I, Special Programs
Department Educational Leadership
Location Arlington
Job Family Administrative Support
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
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University Information
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.
Job Summary
To provide varied administrative support for the College of Education. Responsible for a variety of administrative duties in the college requiring moderate exercise of independent judgment, initiative, and ability to make decisions relative to office operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Submits travel requests, submits expense, and non-travel expense reimbursements, reconciles procurement card statements, requests purchase orders, processes invoices, arranges travel, submits travel requests, as well as maintains office supply inventory and purchases for college faculty and staff.
Organizes and assists with academic and research activities, including monitoring scholarship processes through Mav Scholarship, and completing monthly expenditure reports and budgets for various departments.
Provide support to College of Education faculty and staff, including, but not limited to, document processing and management, organizing meetings, reserving rooms, key requests, and general copying and scanning.
Types correspondence for publication, letters, forms, exams, course syllabi, and other college workflow. Assists in the preparation of hiring documents, employee files, and clearance paperwork for faculty, staff, and student workers.
Assist with coordinating and managing events, updating faculty office hours, and college publication boards.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of relevant experience or five (5) years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a full-time, professional position in a university or college
Experience with UT Share/PeopleSoft
Experience coordinating travel and processing reimbursements
Experience coordinating events
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of the University’s academic policy and procedures
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in all phases of duties performed.
May be exposed to travel within the campus area, may have occasional travel overnight.
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.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Standard office conditions.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
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.
EEO Statement
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.
ADA Accommodations
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 .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
*How many years of experience do you have working in an academic environment?
None/less than 2 years
2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
6 years or more
*What is your skill level using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)?
No skills/Basic
Intermediate
Advanced
Proficient
*What is the highest level of education attained?
GED
High School Diploma
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD or equivalent
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents