Senior Program Project Coordinator

Title: Senior Program Project Coordinator

Employee Classification: Sr Program Project Coordinator

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-VP Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Equal Opportunity Office

Department: UNT-Equal Opportunity Office-210100

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Salary commensurate with 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 Summary
Equal Opportunity & Title IX (EO/TIX) is the primary office at the University of North Texas responsible for enforcing the University's equal opportunity policies and for investigating complaints of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and sexual misconduct.

Position Overview
The Senior Program Project Coordinator works with AVP of Equal Opportunity & Title IX to implement and monitor the University's initiatives regarding EEO, Affirmative Action (for qualified persons with disabilities and covered veterans), and Title IX prevention education. Collaborates with student groups and across divisions to ensure compliance by all University divisions with applicable federal and state laws/regulations/guidelines, University policies regarding EO and TIX, and best practices. Provides training to students, faculty, and staff. Obtains external funding sources. Develops and implements strategies to positively impact student and employee experiences with respect to EO/TIX-related matters.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Higher Education, Psychology, Business, Data Science and four years' of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of EEO, TIX, and Affirmative Action policies.Ability to create/adapt programs, project manage, and incorporate creativity and originality.

Job Duties:
Conduct trainings for students, faculty, and staff that are required by state or federal law, grantors, collegiate associations, etc. (e.g. NCAA sexual assault prevention trainings for all North Texas Athletics student athletes and coaches, New Employee Orientation, Study Abroad, and more as needed).Establish partnerships with community organizations to increase resources for office initiatives (e.g. obtain external funding for campus lactation spaces; secure funding for assistance to students, faculty, and staff experiencing the effects of intimate partner violence, etc...). Research grant opportunities and develop proposals for additional resources. Collaborate with Advancement Division for donor opportunities/engagement. Focus on projects that positively impact student retention, success, and wellbeing.Provide ongoing assessment of Intimate Partner violence (IPV) prevention education activities on campus. Create, implement, and oversee targeted IPV prevention education for students, faculty, and staff in support of student/employee retention and engagement. Collaborate with faculty and staff partners across the University (e.g. Office for Disability Access, Dean of Students office, Student Survivor Advocate, Counseling & Testing) to support holistic student learning, success, completion, and wellness with respect to EO/TIX-related issues.Continue strategic development and implementation of UNT's Affirmative Action Plan. Per federal regulations, the University must take affirmative action to recruit and advance qualified persons with disabilities and covered veterans. This position would assist all of the university's colleges and divisions with their efforts to comply with this federal requirement. Create and maintain relationships with potential external partners. Assist in training the necessary University personnel on AAP best practices and current AAP data. Create and maintain a consolidated document system for rapid federal/state audit response.

Physical Requirements:Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards:No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule:Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (some remote flexibility)
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.
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.