Student Engagement Coordinator, Cockrell School of Engineering

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As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, theCockrell School of Engineeringat The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation's most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin - named "America's Coolest City" by Expedia and "The Best Place to Live in the U.S." by U.S. News and World Report - the Cockrell School embodies the city's innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.

To plan, coordinate, and execute recruitment and yield events within the Cockrell School of Engineering, while assisting with first-year programs, including orientation and First-Year Interest Groups (FIGs). Ensuring the priorities of the Cockrell School are incorporated into all aspects of the position including student-centeredness while showcasing a genuine respect for different student experiences and perspectives.

• Develop, in collaboration with others, a strategic plan for undergraduate student recruiting and yield initiatives.

• Implement the annual campaign for prospective and admitted students, across printed, published and presentation mediums.

• Liaison with the undergraduate Office of Admissions to coordinate and plan events and programs.

• Coordinate and present at prospective and admitted student events, including developing event agendas, securing other presenters and volunteers, reserving locations, ordering supplies, and communicating with prospective students and families in collaboration with the Office of Admissions, engineering departments, and programs.

• Collect, analyze, and manage data on recruiting and admissions. Prepare and present reports from this data.

• Meet with prospective students and families as required.

• Participate in travel as required, in tandem with recruitment and yield efforts through the Office of Admissions.

• Coordinate engineering student ambassadors, including selection and direction of students in coordination with other student programs.

• Assist in the planning and implementation of and participate in New Student Orientation for the Cockrell School of Engineering, including managing student schedules, presentations, and orientation advising.

• Participate in student division meetings and functions, such as Commencement, Honors Day, Family Weekend, etc.

• Facilitate at least one first-year interest group (FIG).

• Bachelor's degree and three years' experience coordinating programs or projects in areas relating to student recruiting or student success.

• Commitment to working with and supporting prospective students and their families while engaging with students, faculty, and staff from various backgrounds.

• Experience planning large-scale events.

• Experience working with software for databases, spreadsheets, presentations and/or desktop publishing.

• Strong, dynamic written, verbal and presentation skills.

• Ability to interact with students, parents, university administrators, corporate leaders, alumni, and associations.

• Able to work independently and in teams with overlapping projects.

• Familiarity with video and web conferencing software such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

• Able to travel and to work occasional weekends and evenings.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Master's degree in higher education, college student personnel, liberal arts, or communications.

• Experience planning and administering pre-college or college outreach or recruitment programs.

• Experience working with high school or college-aged students.

• Experience in accounting, budgeting and fundraising.

• Experience supervising students, staff and/or volunteers.

• Able to work in a multi-faceted environment with tightly scheduled programs and deadlines.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Familiarity with Slate and/or EAB Navigate360.

• Appreciation for and knowledge of engineering /STEM education and familiarity with the University of Texas at Austin and the Cockrell School of Engineering.

52,000+ depending on qualifications

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.

• Work outside of regular business hours is required on an occasional basis, including evenings and weekends.

• Travel may be required on a periodic basis.

• Standard work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Flexible schedule and/orhybrid teleworkmay be allowed.

• Periodic work outside of normal business hours, to include evenings and weekends, may be required on an occasional basis.

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs. Before you apply though, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
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• Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.