Student Program Coordinator, Engineering Student Success Center, Cockrell School of Engineering

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,300 - 51,700; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a dedicated individual to coordinate EOE Program initiatives across recruitment, academics, research, and leadership development. The selected candidate will manage marketing initiatives and support student leaders, ensuring a positive impact on recruitment and retention.

Ideal applicants will have a Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, demonstrating a strong commitment to diverse student populations and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment. The role offers a standard work schedule with opportunities for periodic travel.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience coordinating or managing student programs.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Evidence of skills in independent and collaborative work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate programs and initiatives.
• Partner with staff to enhance relationships and support operations.
• Manage marketing and external communications.

Skills

Student advocacy

Program coordination

Problem solving

Relationship building

Empathy and equity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Purpose

Serve as primary point of contact for the development, implementation and coordination of EOE Program initiatives within four program areas--Recruitment and Outreach, Academics, Research and Graduate Recruiting, and Leadership and Professional Development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and evaluate programs, events, and initiatives. Collect and analyze program data and compare to best practices for undergraduate student success initiatives.
• Partner with ESSC staff to lead the development and coordination efforts for programs, activities, and events. Enhance relationships with faculty, staff, alumni and industry to assist with the implementation of ESSC initiatives.
• Assist with hiring and managing hourly employees, including student assistants, graduate assistants, tutors, and undergraduate research assistants.
• Manage marketing, publicity, and assist with the development of printed materials, brochures, and websites. Contribute to external communications such as website, newsletter, emails, and ESSC news to students, parents, alumni, faculty, and staff.
• Coordinate with CSE recruiting on admitted student recruitment/yielding events including facilitating New Student Orientation information sessions.
• Interact with and advise student leaders of student organizations. Encourage their involvement as mentors and participants in academic programs. Serve as representative at student organization meetings.
• Participate in weekly meetings, retreats, professional development, and various other meetings/programs at both the Cockrell School and University levels. Assist with events, programs and other ESSC initiatives as necessary and when needed. Assist with budget management for program area.
• Serve as the facilitator for ESSC first-year interest groups in both the fall and spring semester. Assist in developing seminar lesson plans and worksheets based on educational theories and research.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience coordinating or managing student programs.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a student advocate with empathy and equity in mind.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a small work team environment with frequent interruptions and distractions.
• Ability to have a positive impact on recruitment, retention and graduation.
• Ability to utilize concepts of student development in program planning, counseling, and administrative duties.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, collaborating across units as needed.
• Ability to build relationships and function as a steward and connector.
• Demonstrated problem solving abilities and a growth mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant program management experience.
• A self‑starter with demonstrated ability to design, implement and supervise student‑oriented programs.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee day‑to‑day program operations.
• Familiarity with multicultural students' educational issues.
• Experience with budgeting, accounting and supervising student workers.
• Ability to multi‑task in a busy office.
• Ability to interact with corporate leaders, university administrators, students, parents, alumni, and associations.
• Experience using Adobe and basic web design.

Salary Range

$47,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Work outside of regular business hours is required on a periodic basis, including evenings and weekends.
• Travel may be required on a periodic basis.

Work Shift

• Standard work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Periodic work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required on a periodic basis.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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.