Academic Program Coordinator, School of Civic Leadership

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

1d•$58,000•Onsite

About The Position

Established in 2023 as UT Austin’s newest college, the School of Civic Leadership is a community of scholars and students dedicated to studying the foundational ideas and institutions of a free society, with the goal of advancing human flourishing. We value independent thought, civil discourse, reasoned deliberation, and intellectual curiosity as we prepare to meet the challenges of the present and sustain the blessings of liberty for future generations. Upholding the University’s motto — Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis , “Education is the guardian genius of democracy”—we advance The University of Texas at Austin’s mission to achieve excellence in education, research, and public service. The Academic Program Coordinator will support the SCL academic affairs office and student-facing programs of the School of Civic Leadership. This role will collaborate with the assistant director of academic advisor to support core degree-progress processes, manage student-services initiatives, and deliver advising to SCL students.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience working with college students in an advising or counseling capacity.
Professional demeanor; strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively on multiple projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree and four (4) years of experience in higher education, student affairs, liberal arts, or communications.
Experience working with high school or college-aged students.
Knowledge of UT Austin undergraduate processes and systems (Mainframe, IDA, Advisors Toolkit, EASI, UT Course Scheduling, Canvas, EAB Navigate360).
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage complex, deadline-driven programs.
Experience with University of Texas policies, procedures, and administrative systems related to job functions.

Responsibilities

Support the Academic Affairs office in developing, coordinating, and implementing student services initiatives (e.g., Degree Audit (IDA) system, Degree Certification, Orientation, Graduation).
Maintain accurate informational materials and online resources for student programs and services.
Oversee the SCL Scholarship process through the LASSO platform, including communications, disbursement, data collection, reporting, and assessment for continuous improvement.
Serve as a liaison with degree auditors and campus partners (ROTC, Plan II, JSP, etc.) to support student progress, degree certification, and related academic processes.
Provide comprehensive academic advising to SCL undergraduates from admission through graduation, including degree planning, course selection, and minor and certificate exploration.
Support students on academic warning or experiencing challenges by offering guidance, interventions, and referrals to campus resources.
Advise prospective and transfer students and assist with orientation and transition to the university.
Represent SCL Student Services at orientations, recruitment, commencement, and other university events in collaboration with students, families, faculty, and staff.
Participate in university committees, events, and initiatives that promote student success, retention, and community connection.
Assist with administrative processes related to student records, degree certification, and program logistics.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (Employee premiums covered at 100%; family premiums at 50%)
Vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas (a defined benefit retirement plan)
Additional voluntary retirement programs: tax sheltered annuity 403(b) and a deferred compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Training and conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Athletic ticket discounts
Access to UT Austin's libraries and museums
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Capital Metro buses with staff ID card