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Posting Number | S06522P
Position Title | Student Activities Coordinator
Department | Student Activities
Location | Arlington
Position Status | Full-time
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm May require some evening and weekend hours at departmental-sponsored programs. May be required to drive a 15-passenger van. Licenses: Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License.
Salary | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Pay Basis | Monthly
Job Summary | The Student Activities Coordinator will assist in the management, supervision, and day-to-day operation of the department and work with various members of the University community to build successful relationships and community activities. The Student Activities Coordinator will also participate in leadership development and the oversight of other departmental programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Support and advise the daily operations of programs and activities sponsored by various areas of the department including event planning, organization recruitment, and organization meetings. Supervise compensated student employees. Develop and implement education, training, assessment,
and leadership development for students involved with the department. Provide non-academic counseling for students. Responsible for the development, implementation, and enforcement of departmental and University policies and procedures. Oversee organization spending. Implement safety and security measures for student representatives when organizing and working campus events, traveling, and projects. Attend weekly meetings with student groups, executive boards, and individuals and provide feedback to members. Serve as an advisor to student groups. Attend events to oversee activities and ensure details are handled as planned. Represent the University to various constituencies and at professional conferences. Cultivate community partnerships with Student Activities programs. Serve on University committees. Programs overseen by this position may include Evening and Weekend Programming, Marketing Messaging and Engagement, EXCEL Campus Activities, the Homecoming Planning Committee, Mavs On The Town, Maverick Stampede, MavGrad Celebration, the UC Gallery, the UTA Ambassadors, Student Government, Graduate Student Council, Student Organization Registration, Student Organization Training and Development, Student Organization Recognition, Student Organization Fairs, Event Registration Process. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree Two (2) years work experience in coordinating, advising, and developing student activities programs, along with a solid understanding of student development theory, organizational development, student learning outcomes, and assessment. An equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar roles may also be accepted.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in higher education, student personnel or related field. Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating student programs. Ability to utilize independent thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills. Experience working with a diverse student population; excellent writing and public speaking skills. Experience in advising student organizations, student counseling, budget planning and management. Demonstrated ability in creative graphics and writing necessary to produce publicity materials.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Solid interpersonal skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to demonstrate effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills. Solid written and oral communication skills, including presenting and developing reports. Knowledge of event planning, management, and marketing. Demonstrated strategic and innovative approaches to problem-solving. Knowledge of higher education/student life on a college campus. Skilled in social media and web marketing. Ability to work with a diverse population and ability to interact effectively in a diverse community. Supervisory and budgetary skills are necessary. Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with various campus departments. Skilled in using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite website content management software.
Other Requirements |
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions |
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-benefitsTo 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
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.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and
if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
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 (UTA) 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. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 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 and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at
https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
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.
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