Posting Number: S05756P

Department: Career Center

Salary Range: $48,000- Depending on Qualifications

Pay Basis: Monthly

Position Status: Regular full-time

Location: Richardson

Job Description:

As a Special Programs Coordinator for Career Readiness at the University Career Center, you will play a vital role in supporting the Assistant Director of Career Readiness in shaping and implementing career readiness programs and initiatives. You will collaborate closely with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to integrate career readiness into curriculum and university. This position requires a dynamic individual with a passion for career development, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The Special Programs Coordinator for Career Readiness is a part of the Career Development Team and reports directly to the Assistant Director of Career Readiness and works closely with the Associate Director and Career Consultants. It is imperative that this position demonstrates strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. In addition to utilizing excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.

  – 3-5 years experience providing support to programs or projects or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Strong organizational and strategic planning abilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with educational institutions, students, and employers.

• Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously with high attention to detail.

• Direct Career Services and career advising experience, as well as experience in program development.

Important Message:

1) 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.

2) 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. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator (ADACoordinator@utdallas.edu) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator (TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu) .