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University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Student Success Coordinator. The role provides administrative and operational support for TRIO Student Support Services and other units in the Division of Student Success, covering purchasing and financial reconciliation, student employment administration, event planning, and office management. The coordinator is a primary operational resource for the division and may supervise student employees.

Highlights

Maintain TRIO Student Support Services participant records, documentation, and correspondence to support program operations and compliance, and assist with data entry, reporting, and program tracking.
Coordinate communications, outreach, workshops, and special events for TRIO participants.
Run business processes such as purchasing, travel, payment processing, room reservations, and facilities requests, working with vendors, campus partners, and departmental staff on event logistics.
Reconcile procurement card (ProCard) transactions and keep supporting financial documentation, while assisting with budget monitoring and expenditure tracking under university policy.
Staff the front desk and serve students, visitors, faculty, and staff, monitoring phone lines and shared inboxes, routing inquiries, and handling mail, packages, and departmental supplies.
Bachelor’s degree in Communication, General Studies, Business, or a related field plus two years of experience in administrative support, program coordination, student services, or budgets, or six years of equivalent education and experience.
Preferred candidates bring four years of experience in administrative operations, program coordination, or higher education, along with knowledge of grant-funded program compliance, records management, and data tracking.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) and student information systems is expected.
Pay of $37,600 to $46,000 per year for a full-time, Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm schedule with occasional evening or weekend hours.

Student Success Coordinator Full Description

Salary

The annual salary for this position ranges from $37,600 to $46,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required:

Resume
Cover letter
References (minimum of three)

Purpose of Position

The Student Success Coordinator provides administrative, operational, and programmatic support for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) and assigned units within the Division of Student Success. This position supports the daily operations of TRIO SSS and divisional initiatives through business process management, purchasing and financial reconciliation, student employment administration, event planning, customer service, and office management. The Coordinator serves as a primary resource for operational support and may supervise student employees as assigned.

Essential Functions

Provides administrative and operational support for TRIO Student Support Services programs, activities, and student engagement initiatives.
Maintains participant records, documentation, correspondence, and files to support program operations and compliance requirements.
Assists with data entry, reporting, record retention, and program tracking.
Coordinates communications, outreach efforts, workshops, and special events for TRIO participants.
Coordinates business processes, including purchasing, travel, payment processing, room reservations, facilities requests, and event logistics.
Reconciles procurement card (ProCard) transactions, processes purchases, and maintains supporting financial documentation.
Assists with budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, and compliance with university policies and procedures.
Collaborates with vendors, campus partners, and departmental staff to support operational and event-related needs.
Assists with front desk operations and serves students, visitors, faculty, and staff.
Monitors departmental phone lines and shared email inboxes, responds to inquiries, and routes communications appropriately.
Coordinates the receipt and distribution of mail, packages, equipment, and departmental resources.
Maintains office organization, supply inventory, and a professional, welcoming environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communication, General Studies, Business, or a related field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in administrative support, administrative operations, program coordination, student services, business operations, budgets, or a related area; or six (6) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience supporting administrative operations, program coordination or management, student services, higher education, or a related field. Knowledge of grant-funded programs, including compliance requirements, records management, data tracking, reporting, and program documentation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of administrative support and office operations.
Knowledge of customer service principles and best practices.
Knowledge of records management and data maintenance procedures.
Knowledge of applicable university policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of student services, higher education environments, and program support functions.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to organize, analyze, and maintain information and records.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Ability to take initiative, conduct outreach, and build relationships.
Ability to navigate and utilize student information systems and related technologies.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm.

Requires occasional evening or weekend hours.

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Position may be designated security-sensitive based on job duties or location.

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

PreEmployment Background Check

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre employment 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.

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 [email protected].

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