Coordinator of Hispanic Serving Institutions Services (S04743P) Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants must include in their online resume the following employment: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.Posting Details Position Information Posting Number S04743P Position Title Coordinator of Hispanic Serving Institutions Services (S04743P) Department HSI Services Location Arlington Job Family Human Resources Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.Work occasional weekends and evenings as assigned.Open to External and Internal Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience. Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php University Information The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second-largest university in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 50 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has the top 30 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student body in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.Job Summary Under the direction of the Senior Director of Hispanic Serving Institutions Services (HSIs), the Coordinator of HSIs will assist in the coordination and implementation of HSI Initiatives. This position acts as the primary liaison with the event promoter/venue user to coordinate and oversee all phases of the event planning. In addition, this position will assist the Senior Director of HSIs to design and implement HSI strategies that promote sense of belonging, support students within the assigned program to achieve the goal of elevating UTA status from a Hispanic Serving Institution to a Hispanic Thriving university. The coordinator will assist leading community outreach projects, as well as collaborate with student organizations, university units, and community partners for mentorship and programing.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and organize Hispanic Serving initiatives, through a variety of formats such as conferences, student retreats, professional development workshops, etc.
Responsible for overseeing speaker contracts, sponsorships, presenters and marketing and other event planning tasks.
Build and maintain relationships with campus and community partners related to program development and engagement.
Represent the Hispanic Serving Institutions Services on various campus and community projects and committees.
Assist with the supervision of graduate and student office assistants.
Responsible for assisting on the selection, training, and ongoing development of student assistants.
Gather data to measure project success and implementation progress to Assist the Senior Director of HSIs to ensure attainment of program goals and objectives.
Develop mentorship programs, to support a sense of belonging, leadership, and professional development.
Establish campus and community partnerships, including alumni, for student mentorship and development opportunities.
Assist with the advising of student organizations supported by the office.
Advice and assist students in the different processes of the student experience; promote student retention through support, encouragement and guidance; provide mentorship and support to enhance the success of students and the office of Hispanic Serving Institutions Services.
Assist managing the budget for programs and services related to supervised programs and assist in the day-to-day operations of Hispanic Serving Institutions Services.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communication, organizational leadership or related degree and two (2) years of experience developing and conducting workshops/seminars, advising culturally based student organizations, coordinating diversity programs, implementing program initiatives with a specific focus on serving minority and traditionally under-served students in higher education or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience in developing and conducting workshops/seminars.
Experience working with a diverse population.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree and direct experience with/advising culturally based student organizations. Demonstrated knowledge of leadership theory, budget planning, program management and student advising techniques.
Experience leading Hispanic Serving Initiatives.
Experience with event management, contract negotiations and event production.
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills. Effective organizational skills, including ability to plan for future events and to execute in a timely manner.
Experience in developing and conducting workshops/seminars.
Experience implementing of program initiatives with a specific focus on serving minority and traditionally under-served students in higher education.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of advising, mentoring, and other related services at the undergraduate and graduate student’s level.
Ability to utilize independent thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills.
Excellent writing and public speaking skills. Computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work autonomously and in team environment.
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