Graduate Student Coord II
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Education Administration, Academic
Monday through Friday 8am‑5pm with an hour lunch. CVEEN is participating in campus telecommuting program with one day working remotely.
A rare evening or weekend event participation if additional department staff support is needed.
VP Area
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00058 - Civil and Environmental Engin
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 45,450 to 55,000
Close Date 04/30/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 03/16/2026
Job SummaryThe Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering invites applications for the position of Graduate Coordinator II. We are seeking a highly organized, service-oriented professional who is passionate about supporting student success and fostering a collaborative academic environment.
In this role, the Graduate Coordinator will serve as a primary resource for graduate students pursuing degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Construction Engineering, and Nuclear Engineering. The successful candidate will provide knowledgeable guidance to students and faculty on university academic policies and procedures, helping students make informed decisions and progress successfully toward degree completion.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, approachable, and committed to delivering exceptional service while managing complex processes with accuracy and professionalism.
An competitive salary and excellent benefit package is included:
- 14.2% employer retirement contribution (automatic and immediately vested)
- Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA)
- 11 paid holidays per year plus monthly vacation accruals
- Excellent, affordable health insurance options through the University of Utah health system
- Tuition reduction for employees and family members
- Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans
- Free public transportation pass
A full list of benefits can be found here
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ResponsibilitiesThis position assists the following degrees within the department: MS & PhD in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Online MS in Construction Engineering (new fall 2025), and MS & PhD in Nuclear Engineering. A list of key responsibilities include:
- Guide graduate students from admission through graduation, coordinating records, programs of study, and academic milestones to support timely and successful degree completion.
- Manage graduate admissions processes, including application review coordination, communication with graduate committees, admission paperwork and onboarding processes for students when they arrive to campus.
- Partner with faculty to ensure exams, defenses, and advising processes are getting completed, while fostering productive student–faculty relationships within programs.
- Interpret, communicate, and implement university policies and degree requirement updates, ensuring accurate advising and compliance with institutional standards.
- Serve as a liaison between the department and the Graduate School, acting as a trusted resource for graduate students and faculty.
- Support curriculum and graduate committee processes by coordinating feedback, evaluations, and program-level communications.
- Enhance the graduate student experience through recruitment initiatives, orientation, mentoring programs, and professional development and community-building events.
- Engage in campus-wide professional development communities and departmental initiatives, contributing to continuous improvement while expanding professional expertise.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
2 years’ of related experience.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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