Senior Student Program Coordinator, Department of Mechanical Engineering

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

19h•$58,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a top-10 engineering school, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. In the Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering, we design and build devices and systems that transform industries and improve lives around the world. With nearly 70 faculty members, 30 staff members, 1500 students and thousands of alumni worldwide, the Walker Department has a supportive community aspired to solve the most pressing challenges of the 21st century through world class research, unsurpassed student education, and dedicated service to the community. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. Purpose To coordinate and administer the operations of the recruitment efforts and outreach programs for the Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering. Coordinates and administers support services for all current and prospective students.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a field related to the work to be performed.
Five years of experience coordinating or administering a program.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Applicant must be organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time.
The position will require attention to detail, effective problem-solving skills, and excellent judgment.
A proactive team player with demonstrated strong communication skills, both verbal and written English, and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external constituents.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience coordinating a student program.
Experience showing a high degree of initiative and good judgment.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Experience coordinating events and using web-conferencing services.

Responsibilities

Lead all departmental recruitment efforts, events, and initiatives at the undergraduate and graduate level (Elevate ME, Discover ME, Prospective Student Sessions, etc.).
Manage direct communication efforts, working with prospective students and their families.
Create, design, and coordinate new initiatives to improve recruitment and retention efforts.
Plan and implement programs for freshman, transfer, internal transfer, and prospective students.
Make presentations to various related audiences as appropriate.
Assist Graduate Program Coordinator in the annual departmental graduate recruitment weekend event and initiatives at the graduate level.
Prepare and present comprehensive reports on impact of student programming.
Collect, analyze, and manage data on recruiting, retaining, and graduating students.
Support the department with efforts to help student preparedness for internships and full-time employment.
Implement and coordinate programs to enhance the students’ professional development.
Attend meetings and participate in professional development activities.