Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator

Are you interested in helping students achieve their goal of a college education? Do you enjoy supporting students and meeting and working with a variety of colleagues and partners? Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity in higher education that provides a comprehensive benefits package with employee tuition benefits? The Office of Admissions is looking for an individual with experience in admissions and enrollment strategic partnerships and initiatives and providing a high level student support to fill our Program Coordinator position.

The Program Coordinator supports the planning coordination, implementation, and daily operations of strategic enrollment partnership programs aligned with UT Dallas' enrollment and student success goals. This position assists with the administration of funded programs and partnership initiatives by providing operational, program, and outreach support while serving as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, departments, and external partners. Assists with coordinating recruitment and outreach activities, events, communications, program documentation, data tracking, and stakeholder engagement efforts to strengthen early and long-term enrollment pipelines for multiple key initiative programs.

Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in a related field, with 3-5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Support the administration, implementation, and continuous improvement of enrollment partnership programs and initiatives, including the Dallas County Promise partnership, early recruitment programming, transfer pathway initiatives, and other strategic enrollment collaborations. Coordinate logistics and operational activities for student-facing programs, including campus visits, recruitment events, workshops, conferences, and outreach initiatives. Assist with the planning and execution of partnership activities in collaboration with K–12 school districts, charter schools, community colleges, community organizations, and other educational partners. Serve as a liaison between students, families, university departments, and external stakeholders to support program goals and participant engagement. Develop, maintain, and distribute program communications, outreach materials, presentations, and supporting documentation. Collect, track, analyze, and report program participation and outcome data to support program assessment, compliance, and effectiveness. Monitor program activities to help ensure compliance with institutional policies, funding requirements, and applicable program guidelines. Collaborate with internal university partners, including Admissions, Enrollment Operations, Financial Aid, Registrar, Undergraduate Education, and academic units, to support program implementation and student success. Deliver presentations, workshops, and training sessions for internal and external audiences regarding enrollment partnership programs and student pathways. Remain informed on emerging trends and best practices related to enrollment partnerships, student recruitment, college access, outreach, and student success. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions - Ability to sit or stand at will frequently throughout the workday Ability to perform frequent to constant repetitive keyboarding activities to perform work tasks

The successful candidate will posses the following Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across a variety of stakeholder groups. Strong organizational, project coordination, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute programs, events, and outreach activities with attention to detail and operational efficiency. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to collect, organize, and maintain program data and documentation. Polished public speaking and presentation skills. Ability to work effectively under supervision while demonstrating initiative, sound judgment, professionalism, and accountability to manage responsibilities and respond to operational needs. Ability to learn and utilize new technologies and software systems quickly. Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and represent the university professionally when interacting with internal and external constituents. Ability to collaborate and contribute to a workplace culture focused on student success and institutional excellence.

This position is not eligible for fully remote work. Following successful completion of an initial training period, a hybrid work schedule may be available, subject to business needs and departmental approval. Employee must be located within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area and have the ability to be on campus for work activities as scheduled and/or with 24-hour notice. Completion and approval of a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required, and use of personal computer, internet, and other standard equipment may be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to regular review and re-approval and may be cancelled.

The University of Texas at Dallas is a top public research university committed to admitting, enrolling, and graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. A variety of people, ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives is crucial to achieving our vision and mission. UT Dallas fosters an educational, working, and living environment where all members of our community are welcomed, treated fairly, and supported in their pursuit of excellence.

UT Dallas aims to attract and retain talented staff and faculty to support the University's students and mission. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical with prescription drug coverage (100% paid for full-time employees), dental, and vision insurance plans Life, AD&D, and disability insurance plans Flexible Spending Accounts Paid time off and holidays Retirement plans Employee tuition assistance Professional development and training opportunities Employee wellness and employee assistance programs Employee resource groups and much more!

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. 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. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.