Temporary Impact Coordinator - Remote Project Lead

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Creating Conditions for Impact Coordinator for a three‑month period at the Charles A Dana Center. The role provides day‑to‑day coordination to sustain active projects during leadership changes.

The ideal candidate has extensive postsecondary education experience, with expertise in student support structures, corequisite models, and workforce development connections; remote work is possible with some travel for state and partner meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Higher Education Leadership, Public Policy, or related field.
• 10+ years in postsecondary education with student support expertise.
• Experience with state-level partners on education policy or systems-change.
• Strong coordination and communication across teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day execution of national initiatives during leadership transition.
• Support Systems Engagement for Impact team and prioritize tasks to maintain momentum.
• Represent Dana Center in meetings with state and national partners.
• Document status, partner relationships, and decisions for handoff to new staff.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Higher Education Leadership or Public Policy

Advanced degree preferred in related field

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Creating Conditions for Impact Coordinator for a three‑month period at the Charles A Dana Center. The role provides day‑to‑day coordination to sustain active projects during leadership changes.

The ideal candidate has extensive postsecondary education experience, with expertise in student support structures, corequisite models, and workforce development connections; remote work is possible with some travel for state and partner meetings.