Part-Time Senior Academic Program Coordinator, Texas Mccombs

Job Posting Title:

Part-Time Senior Academic Program Coordinator, Texas McCombs

Hiring Department:

Red McCombs School of Business

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

20

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details:

General Notes

Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands-on experiences alongside the ground-breaking research and thought leadership of a world-class faculty.

The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human-centered and future-focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow, and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world.

To learn more about the McCombs School of Business, please visit https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/

Notes:

• This is a salaried, part-time, 20-hour-per-week, benefits-eligible position.

• Weekly assigned hours will be consistent, and scheduling will be discussed during the interview process.

Purpose

As a member of the Texas McCombs Master of Science Programs Office's Student Experience team (MSPO), this part-time academic program coordinator position will facilitate the administration of the Working Professional MS in Business Analytics (WPMSBA) program and support student success initiatives in collaboration with a faculty Program Director.

Responsibilities

Relationship Building

• Serve as primary contact for students for a cohort of MSBA-Working Professionals program.

• Provide rapid and individualized assistance to students to help them address barriers to success in their courses.

• Hold virtual office hours for all students, and schedule sessions with students of concern to ensure that a plan is in place to address their needs in collaboration with the Program Director.

• Provide continuous updates on student progress and course facilitation to Faculty, Program Director and Director of Student Experience.

• Work collaboratively with other MSBA-WP SAPC on communication and administrative needs.

Academic and Co-Curricular Experience

• Attend weekly classes virtually for a set cohort.

• Provide advising to students (including but not limited to degree progress, university resources, and academic status).

• Help identify at-risk students and provide them with direction to the proper resources.

• Onboard new students at the beginning of each academic cycle.

Event Attendance

• Attend on-campus immersive weekends - 2 per academic year

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree. Three years of experience in higher education, program management or related industry role.

• Experience helping students navigate degree requirements for graduation.

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective rapport with students and academic partners.

• Experience working with confidential and sensitive information.

• Excellent event planning and project management skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects.

• Demonstrated effective communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have experience working with working professionals in an online graduate program

• They are innovative and skilled at anticipating shifting trends.

• Is a self-starter, highly collaborative, and able to work well in changing environments.

• Responds well to feedback, works well as part of a team, skilled at dealing with both internal and external customers.

• Is effective at prioritizing tasks and initiatives, and learns quickly. Demonstrates high energy, and enthusiasm and willingness to go the extra mile.

• Preference will be given to applicants who have knowledge of the related policies and procedures at the University of Texas at Austin, experience working with graduate students in a School of Business, and/or a Master's degree in business.

Salary Range

$27,500 + depending on qualifications (salary is based on 20 hours per week)

Working Conditions

• Works in standard office conditions with repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

• Required to virtually attend classes of the incoming cohort in the evenings twice a week.

• Extended hours may be required during peak seasons or special events.

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship of work visas.

• This is an Austin, TX-based position and is eligible for hybrid work.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current University employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
• E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.