Coordinator of Special Programs

Coordinator of Special Programs

The University of Texas at Dallas has an excellent job opportunity for individuals looking to join the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science team as a Coordinator of Special Programs. The Coordinator of Special Programs is responsible for performing duties to support daily business functions and operations for an executive front office and will be the primary administrative support for the dean's staff including assistant and associate deans, facilities team, finance team, tech support, and research staff.

This role will serve as the point of contact for all purchasing needs within the suite and for each of the academic departments as needed. This position regularly serves as administrative support for the dean's executive assistant and provides backup administrative support for the departments when needed. This role will provide outstanding customer service to the campus community by answering emails, phone calls and in-person inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

Minimum

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in related field. A minimum of two years of experience providing support to programs or projects or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

Education and Experience:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to multi-task and prioritize. Experience in higher education, administrative roles preferred but not required. Above average proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is a must. Experience with People Soft is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Front Office Operations, Graduate Student Assistant Oversight, Administrative and Executive Support, Event and Logistical Coordination, Procurement and Financial Support, Other Duties and Special Projects.

Physical Demands and

Working Conditions:

May require long periods of sitting, repetitive motions, standing for long periods at events, and/or lifting up to 25lbs.

What We Can

Offer:

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes competitive salary, tuition benefits, internal training, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, long and short-term disability, retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays, paid winter break, fertility benefits, remote work options, and access to various professional development opportunities.

Special Instructions

Summary:

All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community.

UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.