Program Manager for Engaged Learning

UT Tyler; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a program manager to lead engaged learning and first-year student success initiatives. You will oversee curriculum design, partnerships across campuses, and budget administration to support student engagement, retention, and career readiness.

The role requires a Master’s degree with 3 years of curriculum design and teaching, or 9 years of equivalent experience, plus strong communication and supervisory skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 3 years of curriculum design and teaching experience, or 9 years of equivalent education/experience.
• Preferred: Master’s in higher education, leadership, psychology, sociology, or related field with 5 years in curriculum design and student success operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, and assess engaged learning and first-year student success programs.
• Oversee curriculum design and program operations aligned with university goals.
• Develop assessment plans to evaluate career coaching and curriculum effectiveness.
• Manage cross-campus partnerships to support program growth and alignment.
• Administer program operations, budgets, and timelines for initiatives.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and professional development for staff and faculty.
• Supervise staff and conduct performance evaluations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Curriculum design

Teaching experience

Student success programs

Budget administration

Stakeholder partnerships

Education

Master’s degree in higher education or related field

Job description

The annual salary for this position ranges from $65,600 to $75,299. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required:

• Resume
• References (minimum of three)

Purpose of Position

Manages the planning, development, implementation, and assessment of engaged learning and first-year student success programs within the Division of Student Success. Oversees curriculum design, program operations, stakeholder partnerships, staff training, budget administration, and continuous improvement efforts to support student engagement, retention, career readiness, and alignment with university strategic goals.

Essential Functions

• Manages the planning, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of engaged learning, career coaching initiatives and first-year student success programs in alignment with divisional and university strategic goals.
• Oversees the design, coordination, and delivery of student success curriculum for first-year seminar courses, including differentiated learning experiences that support academic readiness, career-related learning, and student engagement.
• Develops and administers assessment plans to evaluate career coaching initiatives, curriculum effectiveness, monitor student learning and retention outcomes, analyze results, and implement data-informed program improvements.
• Manages cross-campus partnerships with academic units, faculty, advisors, residential learning communities, and other stakeholders to support program growth, coordination, recruitment, and alignment with student success priorities.
• Administers program operations, resources, timelines, and procedures for first-year seminar and residential learning community initiatives, including monitoring programmatic budgets and expenditures.
• Leads recruitment, onboarding, training, and professional development for faculty, professional staff, advisors, and other program participants supporting first-year seminar courses and career coaching initiatives.
• Supervises professional and student staff, including assigning work, providing guidance and training, monitoring performance, and completing performance evaluations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree and three (3) years of experience with curriculum design and teaching, OR nine (9) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in higher education, leadership, psychology, sociology, or related field and five (5) years of experience with curriculum design, academic program operations related to student engagement, retention, and career readiness.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of student development and learning theory, supervision, supplemental instruction, first year seminars, first year programming, or other similar educational programs.
• Strong intrapersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Supervisory skills.
• Ability to plan and organize.
• Ability to motivate others.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
• Some evenings and weekends.

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions.
• 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.

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.

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.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

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 [e-mail] .