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Program Assistant Director - WERC

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Posting Number  | S06291P
Position Title  | Program Assistant Director - WERC
Department  | Civil Engineering
Location  | Arlington
Job Family  | Research
Position Status  | Part-time
Work Hours  | Standard
Work Schedule  | Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; 8:00am-5:00pmPosition is funded by a grant with a potential of expiration on 2/27/2026.
Open to  | External and Internal
Salary  | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $85,000.
Duration  | Job terminates
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.
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Job Summary  | The Assistant Program Director will assist the Center Program Director in operating and managing the Water Engineering Research Center (WERC) and affiliated facilities at the University of Texas at Arlington. The role involves supporting multiple and varied research studies and overseeing the strategic planning and coordination of the Center’s operations. The Assistant Program Director is expected to secure direct and indirect support to sustain the operations of the Center and provide suggestions and input to the Center’s researchers and technical staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities  | Management and Operations Assists the Program Director in managing the daily operations of the Water Engineering Research Center (WERC). Assists the Program Director with coordinating the research teams and research programs affiliated with the Center; includes cataloguing capabilities and areas of expertise of each researcher at the Center. Assists the Program Director with recruiting researchers to the Center to enhance future research capacities. Supports multiple research studies and projects within the Center as well as the strategic planning and coordination of the Center’s activities. Provides input and suggestions to researchers and technical staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment. Coordinates the Center’s operations, events, and activities to meet defined objectives established by Center Director and Program Director.  Pursuit of Funding In coordination with WERC leadership formulate strategies to secure funding for the Center’s operations from agencies and private industry. Represents the Center to various agencies/organizations if the Program Director is unavailable. May include delivering presentations. A crucial part of the role is to secure direct and indirect support to sustain the operations of the Center, ensuring financial stability and growth.
Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field. At least three (3) years of work experience at federal agencies.
Preferred Qualifications  | A professional engineer (PE) registered in Texas. Experience with management and operations and pursuit of funding, as described in the duties above. Supervisory and management experience at federal agencies related to water resources engineering and flood mitigation/management. Extensive experience in the areas of water availability and flood sciences for large watersheds in Texas and/or the nation. Extensive experience with the Interagency Flood Risk Management (InFRM) team and its affiliated government entities as well as the member institutions of InFRM’s Academic Council. Extensive experience with the North Texas Integrated Transportation and Stormwater Infrastructure (TSI) project and Base Level Engineering Program for Texas. Experience of managing projects (at least $25M) Experience of securing external funds (at least $5M)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  | Demonstrated leadership, innovation, and strategic planning in complex technical environment Adept at working with various constituencies, including the academic community (faculty, staff, and administrators) and government agencies. Professional leadership and management skills. Professional conceptual, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills. Problem-solving and decision-making skills. Professional capabilities in geospatial analysis and strategic planning. Professional public speaking skills.
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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.

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