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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, Texas, us, 78540


Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV7909

Working TitlePROGRAM COORDINATOR

Number of Vacancies1

LocationEdinburg, Texas

DepartmentOfc Dean of Students

FTE1.0

FLSAExempt

Scope of Job

This position under the Student Affairs division will offer case management services to UTRGV students with at-risk mental health and social support needs through interventions, referrals, coordination and connection to follow-up services exercising independent judgment and authority as required. This position will also coordinate and focus on well-being initiatives and oversight of the campus food pantries. Responsible for all phases of the program, including budget recommendations, program selection, staff supervision, recommendations for future planning, and innovation.

Description of Duties

Provides casework services to include the assessment of need, formation of plan, intervention, and follow- up monitoring of individual student status.

Manages a caseload of students with medical, mental health, socialization, academic and/ or behavioral needs to ensure access is coordinated to support systems.

Develops and maintains current a database of referral resources and community services.

Abides by established policies, procedures and protocols when responding to students of concern and in managing caseloads.

Maintains case history and progress records; prepares reports as needed.

Serves as a liaison between students and campus/community providers.

Serves as a member of the BIT (Behavioral Intervention Team).

Generates a weekly report of student of concern cases.

Implements prevention programming and presentations focused on well-being and mental health.

Coordinates and provides oversight to the campus food pantries and its functions.

Coordinates programs to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives as assigned.

Supervises and manages the day-to-day activities and personnel of the assigned program.

Develops and supervises the implementation of multiple projects or programs as assigned.

Participates in budget planning and is responsible for controlling expenditures in accordance with budget allocations for the program.

Assists others in writing and developing proposals for funding grants.

Coordinates the various activities of the program.

Coordinates long and short-term programs, including performing feasibility studies and estimating the cost of the program.

Represents department in official functions.

Reviews program records and reports of activities and recommends modifications to methods or procedures as required.

Drafts brochures, letters, agendas, and contracts.

May plan, develop, organize, and coordinate research and survey designs.

Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars related to the program’s mission and goals.

Supervises and organizes seminars, conferences, and presentations.

Provides appropriate reports as required for the project or program.

Provides ongoing staff development, on site demonstrations and field-based experiences related to project or program.

Conducts formal training or gives instruction regarding program policies and procedures.

Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the program.

May coordinate and oversee tutorial, counseling, teaching, and/or training activities of the program.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General direction from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Supervises all assigned professional and support personnel.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

None.

Required Experience

Three (3) years of experience performing closely related duties, including program planning/coordination or related experience in the appropriate field of the program, or

One (1) year of the required experience with a Master’s degree, or

Five (5) years of the required experience with an Associate degree or 60 hours of College Credit, or

Seven (7) years of the required experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Normal office or classroom or outside environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. Particular project or program may require ability to drive a car for local or distant travel for consultation, training, meetings, or on-site demonstrations. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach and lift for retrieving/maintaining files and for setting up multimedia equipment. Must be able to move between buildings, offices and classrooms. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

The candidate will be an advocate for students and possess a demonstrated ability to multi-task and manage a diverse caseload. Ability to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students and the public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Independent decision making and problem-solving ability. Must demonstrate effective project promotion skills, and the ability to develop and maintain strong working relations with internal and external agencies and entities.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date11/06/2024

Grant Funded PositionNo

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

Date of Birth

Gender

*Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/45031

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Are you a current UTRGV employee?

Yes

No

Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

Please select your highest level of completed education.

6th grade education

10th grade education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

Masters Degree from an accredited university

Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

None of the above

Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

Less than 1 year

1 year

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

6 years

7 years

8 years

9 years

10 years

Over 10 years

Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Teaching Philosophy

Writing / Publication Sample

Curriculum Vitae

Unofficial Transcripts

Reference Letter 1

Reference Letter 2

Reference Letter 3

Multi Media

Certifications and Licenses

Training Certificates

Other Document

List of 3 References

Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

Unofficial Transcripts 2

Unofficial Transcripts 3

Letter of Interest

Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

Teaching Statement

Research Statement

Additional Document

NCCPA Certification

Representative Research Publication/Grant Documents

State Licensure