Administrative Project Coordinator I

$50,000 - $50,000/Yr

The University of Texas System - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Dallas, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking an Administrative Project Coordinator I for the Jindal Young Scholars Program (JYSP) within the Jindal School of Management (JSOM). This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in higher education. The role involves organizing and implementing various administrative activities that are integral to the daily operations of the JYSP. The successful candidate will be responsible for recruiting high school students, planning and coordinating events, and maintaining communication with scholarship recipients. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for a balance between remote work and on-campus responsibilities, making it an attractive opportunity for those in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area. As the Coordinator for the Jindal Young Scholars Program, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience for high school students. Your responsibilities will include organizing events such as the “Guest Speaker Series” and college nights at partner high schools, coordinating campus visits for junior and senior students, and managing the JYSP mentor program. You will also work closely with various university departments to ensure the success of the program and maintain a strong social media presence to promote JYSP activities. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to achieve program goals.

Responsibilities

• Recruit high school students to join the Jindal Young Scholars Program
• Plan, organize, and coordinate events at JYSP partner high school campuses
• Plan, organize, and coordinate JYSP junior campus visits to UTD in the spring and senior campus visits to UTD in the fall
• Coordinate the JYSP mentor program
• Coordinate with DISD JYSP liaison regarding SAT/ACT/TSIA2 Preparation courses for high school students
• Plan, organize, and coordinate JYSP events on the UTD campus
• Maintain consistent communication with JYSP Scholarship Recipients to provide support and address needs
• Coordinate with the Office of External Affairs regarding the marketing of the Jindal Young Scholars Program
• Coordinate with the Office of Development regarding fundraising opportunities for the Jindal Young Scholars Program
• Stay connected to other university departments such as Undergraduate Success Scholars Program, Financial Aid, Housing, Living Learning Communities, Underrepresented Minority Recruitment, and Program Directors
• Creation and production of helpful resources for JYSP high school students and their parents
• Selection of JYSP Scholarship Recipients
• Maintain and update JYSP's budget
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
• Three years of administrative experience
• Experience related to the project area or any equivalent combination of education and experience

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program