Title: Program Project Specialist

Employee Classification: Program Project Specialist

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Vice Provost Student Success

Department: UNT-Student Success-Gen-111050

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

At the University of North Texas, we take great pride in a campus culture focused on caring for everyone in our Mean Green family. The Office of the Vice Provost for Student Success plays an important role in that culture by facilitating student success. Our campus offers many resources aimed at helping students succeed in every respect. We believe that these resources, combined with the resilience and creativity UNT students are well known for, set the stage for a lifetime of learning and success.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for supporting the MARTIAL Eagles and Early Start program, requiring a general working knowledge of supporting students throughout their transition into college academically, socially, and emotionally.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in related field and one year of related experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

This position is responsible for a variety of tasks which may include assisting with curriculum development, community outreach, assisting in developing and conducting training programs, developing learning assessments, reporting, program marketing, and facilitation of classroom presentations and workshops. Proficient knowledge in executing all listed tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts in any major

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None required

Job Duties:

• Assists with implementation, development, planning, promotion/dissemination and logistical support of projects, including lesson plans, activities, program presentation directly to students, recruitment, and training.
• Mentors program participants as they acclimate to life on campus.
• Maintains relationships with appropriate stakeholders such as alumni, on-campus partners, community organizations. Acts as point of contact for stakeholders related to programs and projects.
• Assists, as needed, with oversight of student employees and related duties (i.e. hiring, training, evaluation) as well as providing guidance for professional development and community involvement which may include internship programs, as necessary.
• Collaboration and assistance across the Advising & Student Success Teams.

Work Schedule:

M-F 8-5pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here .

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.