Program Project Coordinator

Title: Program Project Coordinator Employee Classification: Program Project Coordinator Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-Provost Subdivision-Department: UNT-Ryan College of Business Department: UNT-RCOB-Grad Programs-131210 Job Location: Denton Salary: $51,744.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible Department Summary The G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of nearly 9,000 students, making it one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961 the college has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a hallmark of the world’s best business schools. Nationally recognized, cutting‑edge degrees enable students to learn beyond the classroom, preparing them to become leaders in their fields. Position Overview The Program Project Coordinator will assist students in obtaining internships in the sports entertainment industry, assist with semester‑required boot camps, and facilitate course‑required meetings with the Dallas Cowboys leadership team. The staff member will develop and maintain a database of industry connections and provide one‑on‑one advising and mentoring on internships and career development for the current student population. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of related experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong presentation and public speaking skills Strong problem‑solving skills Ability to use a variety of complex computer applications Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships Ability to work independently and lead project teams effectively Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to assimilate rapidly) Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of related experience or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Job Duties Build structure/database for industry network to formalize network and maintain accurate data, records, and files to track the activities, achievements, participation, progress, and status of individual students for internships, job shadowing, and mentorships. Collect data for analysis, evaluation, and program improvement to develop reports on the statistical data for all internship opportunities and present to appropriate groups. Maintain and expand current network of sport executives who engage with program and/or students. Coordinate with recruiters, employing organizations, and internship supervisors to verify student submitted information in the for‑credit internship approval and ensure that employers/intern supervisors are completing required internship evaluations according to for‑credit course requirements. Organize and support sport management faculty with guest speakers and industry class projects. May participate in employer site visits in support of internship program during interns’ work semester. Liaison between industry and SENM faculty; as well as Wilson Jones Career Center (WJCC), Undergraduate Advising, Graduate Program Office, and Sport Entertainment faculty and students. Advise MBA and BBA SENM students on professional development and provide career coaching for students seeking or requiring internships or employment. Serve as liaison to the WJCC for internship processing and collaborate with that office to ensure timely and accurate completion of internship processing. Provide workshops on professional development (personal branding, networking, etc.). Manage private LinkedIn Program page for SENM students. Organize and manage Boot Camps for MBA programs with Cowboys, annual Symposium/career fair as part of Fall Bootcamp, and Cowboys Connect sessions (Zoom conversations with Cowboys executives). Carry out and complete any other SENM related events. Maintain budgets for all SENM accounts and ensure compliance with university and college policies and procedures, including purchasing, use of the university procurement card, and travel card for the SENM program. Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the SENM program. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm, occasional nights and weekends. This position will be located on UNT Denton and Frisco. Driving University Vehicle No Benefits Benefits information not specified in the posting. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The System investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of North Texas - Denton