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University of North Texas

Assistant Director, University Program Council

🇺🇸 Denton, TX

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $52K

💻 Operations

🗓️ June 18th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of North Texas is hiring an Assistant Director for the University Program Council. This role involves supervising student programming activities, managing student staff and graduate assistants, and coordinating event planning, marketing, and assessment to support the programs within the University Union.

Highlights

  • Oversee and supervise the University Program Council's event contracting, marketing, logistics, and assessment.
  • Manage hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision of student programming board members.
  • Develop and maintain semesterly event calendars in collaboration with University Programs colleagues.
  • Foster positive partnerships across campus and coordinate collaboration opportunities.
  • Provide event oversight including vendor interactions and on-site supervision during events.
  • Supervise Graduate Assistants and Student Services Coordinator supporting UPC advising.
  • Prepare and monitor budgets for programming services, including capital planning for equipment and repairs.
  • Identify and address risks related to programming efforts and develop mitigation plans.
  • Utilize assessment strategies to ensure program effectiveness and manage social media marketing for events.
  • Required skills include strong event planning, leadership, communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and three years professional experience; Master's degree and student services experience preferred.
  • Compensation starts at $51,744 annually, commensurate with education and experience.
  • Serves a diverse community including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests in the University Union and related facilities.

Assistant Director, University Program Council Full Description

Title: Assistant Director, University Program Council
Employee Classification: Asst Dir Union Operations
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Student Affairs
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Union Administration
Department: UNT-Union Admin-163110
Job Location: Denton
Salary: $51,744.00, Commensurate with education and experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview:Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department SummaryUniversity Centers and Events (UCE) encompasses the University Union, Gateway Center and Coliseum. University Centers and Events (UCE), provides quality programs, services, and facilities that enhance the educational experience and create a community for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. We assist students to become good citizens of a global community.
Position OverviewThe purpose of the Assistant Director for the University Union Programs area is to monitor the programmatic functions of the University Program Council (UPC), the student programming board. The Assistant Director supervises a Student Services Coordinator and Graduate Assistant(s) that help advise and support programs happening within and around the University Union. The UPC programs are selected and supported through various parttime student staff and a general committee of students.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in related field and three years of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesStrong event planning skills. Ability to plan and organize, direct and lead the work of others. Experience in networking across departments and programs. Strong organizational skills and ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of products. Ability to train, coach, mentor, and assess performance.
Preferred QualificationsMasters Degree in related field and 3 years of student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Experience working with a student programming board.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties:Oversees and supervises student programming board, UPC, on contracting, marketing, logistical coordination, and assessment of the events/activities planned. Ensures the programming board is providing fresh programs and staying on the cutting edge of campus demands and national trends. Coordinates hiring, retention, training, scheduling, and supervision of the student programming board in an equitable, cost-effective manner and aligned with departmental guidelines.Coordinates the development of the programs/events semesterly calendar for UPC. Works closely with Union Programs colleagues to include other relevant events. Develops, encourages, and maintains positive collaborations with campus partners. Seeks new opportunities to collaborate as needed. Responsible for event oversight, including: purchasing needs with various vendors/artists, onsite supervision during events, and works closely with Conference and Event Services to plan event logistics. Reviews contractual obligations made with third-party groups brought to campus. Effectively supervises Graduate Assistant(s) with various responsibilities and implements policies and procedures pertaining to the Graduate Assistant program. Develops, requests, and monitors budget for programs and services offered by UPC. Prepares capital plan for the purchase of equipment, furniture, and necessary repairs of programming equipment. Identify, measure, and manage risks related to programming efforts. Develop necessary plans and implement risk solutions as appropriate. Conducts various assessment strategies to ensure programs and activities implemented are effective. Effectively supervises Student Services Coordinator who is responsible for co-advising UPC. Ensures marketing efforts are reaching the intended audiences and having a positive impact on the attendance of events at the university. Oversees social media accounts to ensure that appropriate messaging is being used to entice students to events and advertise events to the campus community.
Physical Requirements:Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Operating machinery and/or power tools.
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Environmental Hazards:No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule:Primarily M-F 8am-5pm but some evenings and weekends are required.
Driving University Vehicle:No
Security Sensitive:This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Priority application review deadline - June 23rd
Benefits:For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement:The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.