Assistant Director of Academic and Cultural Engagement

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Position Information

Posting Number S05710P

Position Title Assistant Director of Academic and Cultural Engagement

UTSystem Title

Department Intercultural Student Engagement

Location Arlington

Job Family Student Success

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

• Position is required to work one shift per week from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., which will fall on a weekday between Monday and Friday.

• In addition to the typical 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. workday, this position requires evening and weekend hours at department sponsored programs and attendance at regional and national professional development seminars and conferences.

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $58,000.

Duration Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis Monthly

Benefits Eligible Yes

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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 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 30 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 one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies 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.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary

The Assistant Director for Academic and Cultural Engagement will lead intercultural and cross-cultural education, as well as academic support initiatives for the Intercultural Student Engagement Center. This Assistant Director will oversee several cultural celebrations for national heritage months in collaboration with campus departments and student organizations. This role will also coordinate wrap-around academic support initiatives, through a cultural wellness framework. This role will also oversee retention-focused cohort programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple national heritage months and cultural celebrations through comprehensive campus partnerships including academic departments, administrative units, student organizations and the Greater Dallas-Fort Worth community.

• Serve as the liaison to campus and community partners seeking support and collaboration on cultural heritage month programs.

• Develop and maintain academic support initiatives through campus collaborations and resources. This includes office hours for external partners.

• Oversee retention cohort programs, including residential learning communities.

• This may include serving as an instructor for the UNIV course in partnership with Division of Student Success. Advise and co-advise cultural student organizations.

• Supervise full-time coordinator position, graduate assistant(s) and student assistant(s).

• This includes holding weekly meetings, professional development, delegating tasks/responsibilities, and staff accountability.

• Oversee marketing initiatives to increase participation.

• Responsible for budget management, assessment, tracking and reporting.

• Serve on division and campus communities to advance initiatives related to student success.

• Assist in the day-to day operations of Intercultural Student Engagement Center & other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and/or relevant experience.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in event planning, training, and higher education environment.

• Ability to utilize independent thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills. Experience working with a diverse population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree and direct experience leading or supporting student success initiatives in the higher education environment. Experience planning and executing events.

• Experience with budgets, assessment, and program development.

• Supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Licenses: Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License. Applicant selected must provide a current three-year Driving Record from the current state of residence.

• If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver’s License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

• May be required to drive a 15-passenger van in order to transport students to meetings and conference.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 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.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *What is the highest level of education attained?

2. GED

3. High School Diploma

4. Associate's Degree

5. Bachelor's Degree

6. Master's Degree

7. PhD or equivalent

8. *How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?

9. None/less than 1 year

10. 2 to 3 years

11. 4 to 5 years

12. 6 years or more

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume or CV

2. Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents