The University of Texas at Arlington · 23 hours ago
Program Assistant Director of Transitional Programs
Arlington, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$57K/yr - $60K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a Program Assistant Director of Transitional Programs to assist in the development of programs for new students. The role focuses on supporting transfer students and first generation students, managing program implementation and student leadership development, while also overseeing daily office operations.
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Responsibilities
Assist and supervise the development, maintenance and coordination of transition and support programs for target populations including transfer students, first generation, off campus/online students, and other identified groups
Create opportunities for new students to connect to campus through intentional outreach, mentoring opportunities, and education
Assist in the development of collaborative programs with other campus departments and offices to provide comprehensive and holistic support for students
Aid in the development of strategic partnerships with key campus partners such as enrollment services, division of student success, and academic affairs
Assist in the development of department goals and outcomes and assessment measures to track program success
Assist Director in writing departmental reports
Co-Supervise student leaders, peer mentors, and/or student employees within the Department of New Student & Family Transition Programs
Direct supervision of Transition Programs Graduate Assistant and undergraduate Transition Support Liaisons
Develop curriculum, instruction, training plans and program opportunities for Transition Support Initiatives and future leadership programs that includes future programs like the First-Generation Mentorship Program, the Transfer Student Association/Honor Society, Transfer Success Modules, and a First-Generation Student Organization
Manage the marketing and communications for Transition Programs including newsletters, website updates, social media and graphic design
Work collaboratively with the NSTFP Coordinator to produce a professional marketing and messaging plan
Manage programming budget, following campus fiscal policies and procedures
Create and maintain standard operating procedures for assigned processes and procedures
Keep abreast of current events as they pertain to students and their families and represent Transition Programs on various campus committees as assigned by supervisor, recruitment events, and other activities sponsored by the University and Division of Student Affairs; as well as professional development opportunities, including professional conferences
Assist with day-to-day office operations for Transition Programs within the New Student Transition & Family Programs Department including but not limited to student and family support services, records management, and office administration to include answering emails/calls of and assisting with walk-in visits from students, parents and families, orientation and administrative responsibilities
Performs other duties assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, student affairs in higher education, counseling, social work or related field
Two (2) years experience working with program development, and/or campus events implementation
One (1) year of experience supervising undergraduate and or graduate student employees
Industry knowledge and experience in any of the following: student transitions, admissions, advising, family programs and/or orientation in higher education
Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating student programs and events
Licenses: Class ‘C' Operator's Driver's License
The applicant selected must provide a current three-year Driving Record from the current state of residence
If not currently a Texas resident, you must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident
Preferred
Master's degree
Three (3) or more years of experience
Experience working with new student programs, transfer students, first generation students or targeted student success initiatives
Two (2) years or more of supervision of student employees
Company
The University of Texas at Arlington
UTA is a growing research powerhouse committed to life-enhancing discovery, innovative instruction, and caring community engagement.
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