Graduate Student Coord III

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Open Date 05/24/2024 Requisition Number PRN38672B Job Title Graduate Student Coord III Working Title Graduate Student Coord III Job Grade E FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Monday

• Friday 8-5

VP Area U of U Health

• Academics Department 02171 - Education Program and Trainees Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 51,840 to 63,360 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Summary

With extensive institutional and departmental knowledge, this position works within a graduate program(s) to coordinate a diverse population of students regarding their academic planning and progress.

The Department of Population Health Sciences is seeking a motivated, meticulous and professionally mature individual to oversee and administer the department's PhD program. Under the supervision of Department Chair, Director of Graduate Studies, and the Department Manager, this position will be responsible for administering the education program using a continuous improvement frame, designing curriculum, advising and supporting students, managing program funding, solving related problems and evaluating and redesigning programs. Collaborates with departments and faculty to develop course and research programs.

The Department of Population Health Sciences provides methodological expertise and infrastructure to advance capacity for impact-driven research and support clinical professionals in providing better patient and population-oriented care in an increasingly complex health care delivery system. Through our research, education, and community engagement activities, we promote patient-centered health care and the delivery of evidence-based health innovations that improve population health and reduce health disparities within our community. Through high impact research, we strive to contribute to a world where all individuals-regardless of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, gender identity or sexuality-have the opportunity to enjoy the highest attainable standard of health. The department is highly interdisciplinary, collaborative, and innovative, and we seek staff members who will thrive in this environment. As a university, we are committed to supporting our faculty, staff and students to lead balanced lives, while achieving success in their professions. We aim to create a space that is safe and welcoming for all, and where all employees are meaningfully engaged and have equal opportunity to succeed.

Responsibilities

1.Plans, develops and establishes new programs and conferences to meet identified needs of educational and research groups.

2.Coordinates academic and research programs, strategic direction, marketing goal achievement and product delivery.

3.Manages and participates in the admissions process including; scheduling interviews and meetings with applicants, coordinating distribution of student materials, facilitating Admissions Committee Meetings, tracking applicants and extending admissions decisions and funding offers to applicants.

4.Oversees student recruitment including the planning and attending recruiting events locally and nationally, managing recruitment material, communicating with potential applicants, and managing the program's social media accounts and webpage.

5.Student advising responsibilities including pre-admissions advising, tracking progress through the program, and ensuring students meet program milestones.

6.Meeting regularly with students and the Director of Graduates Studies to discuss course planning, opportunities for professional development, share university resources and providing overall student support.

7.Onboarding and managing employment records for funded students.

8.Develops and administers annual education program budget.

9.Manages student funding, awards, and enrollment in the Tuition Benefit Program.

10. Facilitate bi-annual Curriculum Committee Meetings

11. Facilitate education meetings and retreats.

12. Assesses the past performance of academic and research programs though program evaluations.

13. Plan and schedule course offerings and program events.

14. Manage program records including course evaluations, tracking core competencies, and student successes.

15. Work closely with the Graduate School and other University of Utah departments to ensure programmatic compliance.

16. Other duties as appropriate.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

4 years' of related experience.

Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

University of Utah Advising Experience Preferred

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

• Yes

• No

• How many years of related work experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 year or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 6 years

• 6 years or more, but less than 8 years

• 8 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• List of References

Optional Documents

• Addendum to the University of Utah

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169 after submission

• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 - Member Copy 4)

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169