Coordinator II Special Programs - Emergency Assistance Coordinator
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Arlington, TX
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Full-Time
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$50K
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Project Management
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June 16th, 2025
K-12
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Coordinator II Special Programs - Emergency Assistance Coordinator. This role manages the Student Emergency Assistance Program, including the Maverick Pantry, Emergency Assistance Fund, and emergency housing, while collaborating with campus and community partners to support students' financial and basic needs and ensure their continued enrollment.
Highlights
Oversee procurement and inventory management for Maverick Pantry supplies and maintain electronic case management system.
Manage a team of graduate assistants, students, interns, and volunteers supporting the pantry.
Implement compliance with food safety regulations and coordinate educational programming on food insecurity.
Facilitate emergency housing placements through collaboration with campus departments and community partners.
Manage emergency assistance applications and coordinate funding with Financial Aid and Scholarships.
Collaborate with Student Affairs units, clinicians, CARE Team, and community organizations to triage student needs and provide support.
Bachelor’s degree required; one year of experience working with college or K-12 students.
Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree and 2-3 years experience in higher education and knowledge of social service agencies.
Salary up to $50,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience; full-time position with benefits.
Works under the VP for Student Affairs department, supporting student retention and success initiatives.
Coordinator II Special Programs - Emergency Assistance Coordinator Full Description
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.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | S06322P Position Title | Coordinator II Special Programs - Emergency Assistance Coordinator Department | VP for Student Affairs Location | Arlington Job Family | Administrative Support Position Status | Full-time Work Hours | Standard Work Schedule | Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Open to | External and Internal Salary | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $50,000 Duration | Funding expected to continue Pay Basis | Monthly Benefits Eligible | Yes Benefits at UTA | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link: https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php Job Summary | The Emergency Assistance Coordinator II – Special Programs will oversee all aspects of the Student Emergency Assistance Program which includes the Maverick Pantry, the Emergency Assistance Fund, and emergency housing. Assure adequate systems and resources are made available to students facing financial and/or basic needs support. This role will work closely with other campus resource providers, clinicians, student affairs units, and community support systems in coordinating a response that best benefits the student in ensuring their continued enrollment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Maverick Pantry Manages the procurement of food, toiletries, parenting supplies, and school supplies based on pantry needs. Maintains Pocket Pantries and emergency food bags across the campus. Establishes, implements, and maintains an electronic case management system that tracks both inventory and students utilizing pantry support services. Provides semesterly and annual reports on usage. Responsible for the ongoing compliance with all food bank, safety, and health department regulations and guidelines. Efficiently and effectively stores and rotates all inventory for the food pantry. Manages a staff team of 5-10 individuals consisting of graduate assistants, undergraduate students, interns, and volunteers with the assistance of an Administrative Assistant I. Oversees educational programming related to food insecurity including tabling, presentations, video production, Maverick Engage, and social media communications. Creates strong partnerships with student organizations that prioritize the Maverick Pantry as an act of service. Establishes and advises Swipe Out Hunger at UTA as well as collaborative programming with UTA Dining Services. Promotes the Cap & Gown rental program. Facilitate Emergency Housing Placement Determines eligibility for emergency housing placements. Oversees emergency housing through collaborative efforts with Housing, the CARE Team, Emerging Mavericks, and other necessary on and off campus partners. CARE Team Support through Emergency Assistance Funding Manages and determines eligibility of Emergency Assistance applications. Collaborates with Financial Aid and Scholarships office to provide timely emergency funding to applicants. Triages students requesting for emergency assistance, including the coordinating of services between the Dean of Students Office, CARE team, campus and community stakeholders, and any other referral sources deemed appropriate. Assists with campus and community outreach efforts to raise awareness of and build resources to support students in need. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in social work, public health, higher education and student affairs, counseling, and/or related field. One (1) year of Previous experience working with college students and/or K-12. Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree from an accredited institution in social work, higher education and student affairs, counseling, public health or related field. Two to three (2-3) years of previous experience working in higher education. Understanding of social service agencies. Experience conducting presentations to both large and small groups. Direct experience working with traditional/non-traditional aged college students. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Knowledge and experience with university financial aid processes. Other Requirements | Working 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. 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. 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 | 3 Special Instructions to Applicants | 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.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* What is the highest level of education attained?
GED
High School Diploma
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD or equivalent
* How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
None/less than 1 year
2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
6 years or more
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Optional Documents
Cover/Interest Letter
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