University of Texas at Arlington
Executive Director for Orientation and Transition Programs
University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, Texas, United States, 76000
Executive Director for Orientation and Transition Programs
Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major. Position Information Posting Number:
S05872P Position Title:
Executive Director for Orientation and Transition Programs UTSystem Title:
Executive Director Department:
Student Orientation Location:
Arlington Job Family:
Student Services Position Status:
Full-time Work Hours:
Standard Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During periods when Orientation occurs, schedule varies greatly including work during early mornings, weekday evenings and nights, and weekends as needed. Open to:
External and Internal Salary:
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. University Information The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. Job Summary The Executive Director for Orientation and Transition Programs serves as a member of the Division of Student Affairs Leadership Team and reports to the Assistant Vice President for Student Success and Transition. The Executive Director is responsible for the development, planning, and implementation of a high profile, dynamic, and student-centered New Maverick Orientation for all new students and their families, as well as other programs which serve special populations in the UTA community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop, plan, and implement a high profile, dynamic, and student-centered orientation program for all new first-year, transfer, and international undergraduate students and their families. Direct the day-to-day administration of the New Maverick Orientation program within Student Affairs. Directly supervise several professional staff members and oversee several staff members for the programs in that department. Create strategic vision and priorities to advance the work of the department and support the transition and retention of new students. Oversee the development of departmental assessment plans to determine programmatic learning outcomes. Support the development and implementation of family programming and communication. Direct the development and management of orientation registration processes. Liaise with College’s academic leadership to develop orientation schedule and capacities. Oversee the recruitment, selection, and training of undergraduate student orientation leader teams. Oversee the communication planning process as well as the management of departmental website. Manage a complex annual budget of approximately $1.3 million. Serve on a variety of University committees as requested and directed. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, College Student Personnel, or related field. At least five (5) years of Student Affairs or related professional experience, with prior direct work experience in Orientation/First-Year Experience programs required. Preferred Qualifications Seven (7) or more years of professional experience, with significant experience in orientation/first-year programs. Working familiarity with programs and services for family members and first-generation students. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent program planning and implementation skills. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Strategic planning, budget preparation and management skills. Other Requirements Working Conditions:
Special Conditions for Eligibility: CBC Requirement - It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. EEO Statement:
The University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, and veteran status. ADA Accommodations:
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Number of Vacancies:
1 Minimum Number of References Required:
3 Maximum Number of References Accepted:
3 Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history and 2) Education.
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Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major. Position Information Posting Number:
S05872P Position Title:
Executive Director for Orientation and Transition Programs UTSystem Title:
Executive Director Department:
Student Orientation Location:
Arlington Job Family:
Student Services Position Status:
Full-time Work Hours:
Standard Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During periods when Orientation occurs, schedule varies greatly including work during early mornings, weekday evenings and nights, and weekends as needed. Open to:
External and Internal Salary:
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. University Information The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. Job Summary The Executive Director for Orientation and Transition Programs serves as a member of the Division of Student Affairs Leadership Team and reports to the Assistant Vice President for Student Success and Transition. The Executive Director is responsible for the development, planning, and implementation of a high profile, dynamic, and student-centered New Maverick Orientation for all new students and their families, as well as other programs which serve special populations in the UTA community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop, plan, and implement a high profile, dynamic, and student-centered orientation program for all new first-year, transfer, and international undergraduate students and their families. Direct the day-to-day administration of the New Maverick Orientation program within Student Affairs. Directly supervise several professional staff members and oversee several staff members for the programs in that department. Create strategic vision and priorities to advance the work of the department and support the transition and retention of new students. Oversee the development of departmental assessment plans to determine programmatic learning outcomes. Support the development and implementation of family programming and communication. Direct the development and management of orientation registration processes. Liaise with College’s academic leadership to develop orientation schedule and capacities. Oversee the recruitment, selection, and training of undergraduate student orientation leader teams. Oversee the communication planning process as well as the management of departmental website. Manage a complex annual budget of approximately $1.3 million. Serve on a variety of University committees as requested and directed. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, College Student Personnel, or related field. At least five (5) years of Student Affairs or related professional experience, with prior direct work experience in Orientation/First-Year Experience programs required. Preferred Qualifications Seven (7) or more years of professional experience, with significant experience in orientation/first-year programs. Working familiarity with programs and services for family members and first-generation students. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent program planning and implementation skills. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Strategic planning, budget preparation and management skills. Other Requirements Working Conditions:
Special Conditions for Eligibility: CBC Requirement - It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. EEO Statement:
The University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, and veteran status. ADA Accommodations:
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Number of Vacancies:
1 Minimum Number of References Required:
3 Maximum Number of References Accepted:
3 Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history and 2) Education.
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