Learning Specialist II (JSOM)

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Medical insurance

Job summary

University of Texas at Dallas is seeking a Learning Specialist II to provide advanced instructional support and program development in business communication, professional development, student success, and AI-enhanced learning. You will work with undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students through workshops, coaching, and cross-campus collaboration.

The role reports to the Director of Professional Development and aims to advance student success by integrating communication training with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with three years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Master's Degree preferred in English, Communication, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide general group and individual coaching on business communication and professional development.
• Support PhD/DBA students with dissertation formatting and publication standards.
• Design, deliver, and assess workshops and resources for diverse student populations.

Skills

Professional communication

Coaching & mentorship

Interpersonal skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Canva

Presentation software

Social media tools

Job description

Job Summary

The University of Texas at Dallas has an excellent job opportunity for individuals looking to join our team as a Learning Specialist II in the Naveen Jindal School of Management (JSOM). The Learning Specialist II provides advanced instructional support and program development in business communication, professional development, student success, and AI-enhanced learning. This role supports undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students through workshops, individual coaching, classroom integration, and cross-campus collaboration. The position reports to the Director of Professional Development and plays a key role in advancing student success by integrating communication training with career readiness, academic support, and emerging technologies such as generative artificial intelligence.

Compensation and Employment

• Salary Range: $51,000, DOQ
• Pay Basis: Monthly
• Position Status: Regular full-time
• Location: Richardson
• Desired Start Date: 10/01/2026

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree with three (3) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's degree in English, Communication, or a related field.
• Experience working in higher education, particularly in student success, academic support, writing centers, graduate education, career services, or professional development programs.
• Experience supporting undergraduate and graduate students.
• Experience designing, delivering, and assessing workshops, training programs, curricula, and educational resources for diverse student populations.
• Experience coordinating programs, communications, or services across multiple stakeholders while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with Canva, presentation software, social media platforms, and other tools used for student engagement, outreach, and program promotion.
• Experience supporting executive-level DBA students with dissertation writing, formatting, publication processes, and academic communication.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Demonstrated knowledge of professional communication principles, including business writing, presentation skills, networking, public speaking, LinkedIn branding, personal marketing, and career readiness strategies.
• Knowledge of assessment design in the areas of Second Language Acquisition and/or English as a Second Language, specifically for evaluating the written and spoken English language skills of graduate doctoral students.
• Knowledge of phonetics and phonology and the ability to evaluate spoken English to determine whether additional resources or support may be beneficial in preparing individuals to teach management courses in an English-language classroom.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini) and the ability to support the ethical and effective use of AI in academic and professional settings.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage student populations and collaborate with faculty, staff, and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide general group and individual coaching to undergraduate and graduate students on business communication, professional development, student success resources, and using AI for academic and professional success.
• Provide individualized support to PhD and DBA students on dissertation formatting, research paper reviews, submission requirements, and publication standards.
• Provide coaching and assessments to PhD and DBA students on key professional communication skills, including speaking (networking, small talk, conferences, public speaking) and writing for public-facing academic materials (e.g., LinkedIn posts, presentations, personal websites)

Additional Information

Work Notice

Work will be performed on-site and in person.

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.