Title: Student Services Coordinator

Employee Classification: Student Services Coordinator

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Student Engagement

Department: UNT-Ctr for Belonging & Engagement-160510

Job Location: Denton

Salary: 47,232.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Center for Belonging & Engagement was established in 2024 as a university initiative to provide strategic support effort for underserved student populations at UNT. The Center develops learning opportunities and provides collaborative programs for students to engage as active citizens and leaders in the community. The Center is committed to cultivating a campus environment where people of all identities and experiences are appreciated and able to thrive.

Position Overview

The Coordinator of Non-traditional & Commuter Student Support is a member of the Center for Belonging & Engagement team and is responsible for planning programs and services associated with off-campus, graduate, commuter, nontraditional, and online students at UNT. While this position focuses on providing resources for these populations, the primary aim is to foster the mission of the Center for Belonging & Engagement, Division of Student Affairs, and University of North Texas. The Center for Belonging & Engagement at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Student Services Coordinator to join our team.

Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Coordinate and develop campuswide programs and services associated with off-campus, graduate, commuter, nontraditional, and online students at the University of North Texas, including but not limited to: Commuter Student Week, Non-Traditional Student Week, Alpha Sigma Lambda Inductions, Family Fun Programming for student parents, and helping UNT Housing promote off-campus housing options to commuter students.

Advise nontraditional student organizations and off-campus programming board. Develop resources, including fundraising, to improve the effectiveness and success of off-campus, graduate, commuter, nontraditional, and online students.

Advise nontraditional students, student parents, and commuter students with navigating campus life and resources when needed. In addition, this position will help with reengagement efforts of students reentering college after a brief or long-term break.

Supervise, train, and develop a graduate assistant.

Prepare and administer budget for respective programs and services.

Facilitate assessment activities that help improve the Center for Belonging & Engagement and services/ programs for off-campus, graduate, commuter, nontraditional, and online students. Create reports for respective programs and services.

Coordinate risk management initiatives for respective programs and services. Promote and advertise/market Center for Belonging & Engagement and respective programs and services to the general campus community.

Conduct presentations and trainings related to student involvement and leadership, along with respective programs and services.

Develop relationships and work closely with other departments across campus (e.g., Transfer Center, Veterans Center, First Generation Success Center, Graduate Student Council, etc.).Serve as part of Center for Belonging & Engagement staff support on all largescale events. Represent the Center for Belonging & Engagement on division and university committees, as requested. Perform related duties as assigned by the Director.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and two years' of student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent public speaking skills with experience in conducting training workshops. Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to student populations. Experience in networking across departments and programs. Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population. Strong organizational skills and ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects. Excellent verbal and written communication, and computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess experience that provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of issues, challenges, and assistive services and programs for off-campus, graduate, commuter, nontraditional, and online students.
Knowledge in campus activities programming.
Knowledge about issues related to student development at the collegiate level.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Knowledge about student organization advising. Strong problem solving skills.
Strong critical thinking skills.
Ability to professionally and effectively advise and mentor college students.
Strong planning and project management skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently.
Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Maintain comprehensive and up to date program and service webpages
• Promote/advertise programs and services
• Develop new resources, programs, and services for target audience
• Coordinate fundraising to supplement university budget
• Facilitate assessment activities to improve programs and services
• Coordinate campuswide programs and services for nontraditional, commuter, graduate, off campus, and online students - ()
• Provide staff support at all largescale events
• Supervise and train a graduate assistant and student employee
• Coordinate the recruitment, selection, training, and supervision of paid and volunteer students
• Prepare and manage budget for programs and services

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8-5PM, with some nights and weekends.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.