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　　Position Information

　　Posting Number S05171P

　　Position Title Coordinator III, Special Programs - Center for African American Studies

　　Department Center for African American St

　　Location Arlington

　　Job Family Administrative Support

　　Position Status Full-time

　　Work Hours Standard

　　Work Schedule

　　Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM.

　　Open to External and Internal

　　Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $55,000.

　　Duration Funding expected to continue

　　Pay Basis Monthly

　　Benefits Eligible Yes

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　　University Information

　　The University of Texas at Arlington 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. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 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. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

　　Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

　　Job Summary

　　To coordinate major programs and events in the Center for African American Studies, responsible for the effective handling of a wide variety of complex duties in the area of student focused programs and functions for the Center for African American Studies, assist Director as well as other program staff.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Provide ongoing program management, development, and leadership for CAAS’ Student Development Initiatives.

　　This includes (but is not limited to) recruiting student participants, organizing workshops, and hosting events designed to enhance students’ personal and professional development. Supervise student employees.

　　Assist with recruiting students to minor in African American Studies, as well as plan events that promote academic and professional development among students who have already declared the minor in African American Studies.

　　Help with event planning, programming, and coordination of key aspects of major CAAS events and programs such as the Annual Conference, Opening Lecture, Power Hours as well as other campus and community meetings.

　　Plan innovative community education and engagement activities to further CAAS’ impact in local communities.

　　Develop, create, and distribute CAAS program information (brochures, materials, etc.)

　　Serve as a liaison to student groups and organizations.

　　Perform other duties as assigned, including serving on department and university committees.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience working in a higher education environment in a professional capacity or equivalent experience.

　　An in-depth understanding of the undergraduate curriculum in African American Studies.

　　Demonstrated ability to take initiative and be a contributing member of a team.

　　Demonstrated effectiveness working with students across diverse backgrounds.

　　Strong communication skills

　　Close attention to detail

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Master’s degree in a field such as African American Studies, Sociology, or History that examines African American life and culture.

　　Experience recruiting students into academic programs.

　　Familiarity with external funding opportunities for programming and students .

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Must be highly-motivated and collaborative, capable of managing a significant workload and prioritized tasks.

　　Strong communication skills, ability to work with UTA’s diverse student body, knowledge of higher education curriculum, manage multi-faceted projects with minimal oversight, intuitively understanding scope of various stakeholders’ needs and working within University standard operating procedures.

　　Other Requirements

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　　CBC Requirement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

　　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

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　　Posting Detail Information

　　Number of Vacancies 1

　　Open Until Filled

　　Minimum Number of References Required 3

　　Maximum Number of References Accepted

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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　　How many years of experience do you have working in an academic environment?

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　　2 to 3 years

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　　Documents Needed To Apply

　　Required Documents

　　Resume or CV

　　Optional Documents

　　Cover/Interest Letter