Student Program Coordinator, Texas McCombs

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands-on experiences alongside the ground-breaking research and thought-leadership of a world-class faculty. The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human-centered and future-focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow, and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world. For more information about Texas McCombs please visit: https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu Purpose The Canfield Business Honors Program Coordinator will provide student services, advising, and program development activities for the Canfield Business Honors Program. Specific attention will be placed on programs and advising services for first year students and at-risk populations in the Canfield Business Honors Program. This position will develop and implement academic and developmental programs to promote community and leadership as well as assist the program in setting, objectively measuring, and assessing strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience coordinating a program and performing complex administrative functions in an academic setting.
Experience working with college students in an advisory, program coordination, or administrative capacity.
Effective interpersonal skills and strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability and willingness to work independently and as a supportive team member.
Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving, and follow-through ability.
Demonstrated skills in organization, time management, and attention to detail and accuracy.
Diplomacy and sound judgment in working with students, families, staff, faculty, and administrators.
Excellent attention to detail.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service and establish rapport with varied stakeholders
Previous experience working in a higher education environment.
Previous experience with academic advising and event management.
Familiarity with UT procedures, including financial transactions.

Responsibilities

Advise Canfield Business Honors Program students, individually and in groups, including dual degree program students, in order to provide timely information on course/degree options and University policies, and make referrals as necessary.
Represent Canfield BHP in weekly BBA advising meetings and in orientation planning meetings.
Plan and facilitate Canfield BHP cohort programs that promote academic and leadership development.
Develop partnerships both internally and externally for experiential learning, global experiences, and other enrichment opportunities that enhance student college-to-career success.
Assist with the peer mentor program and Freshman Leadership Kickoff.
Oversee the Business Honors retention process and organize programs for student success such as Supplemental Instruction, academic boot camps, and individualized academic counseling.
Assist with Canfield BHP sponsored student groups and programs associated with each group.
Participate in Canfield BHP admissions process by reading applications and attending recruiting events as needed.
Assist Assistant Director with designing measures and maintaining databases to evaluate student engagement and college-to-career outcomes.
Acquire and maintain comparative data from peer and aspirational programs/schools.
Track and analyze program effectiveness to advance strategic initiatives.
Other related functions as assigned.