Details

Open Date 08/23/2024

Requisition Number PRN39660B

Job Title Graduate Student Coord I

Working Title Student Engagement Coordinator, Professional MBA

Job Grade D

FLSA Code Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday through Friday. Must be able to work occasional evenings to support students, classes, and events.

This position is classified as “essential,” requiring the employee to work on campus, in person.

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00033 - Executive Education

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range 48,000 to 55,000

Close Date 10/18/2024

Open Until Filled No

Job Summary

The University of Utah Professional MBA ( PMBA ) Student Engagement Coordinator is responsible for enhancing the overall student experience by planning and implementing programming and events, as well as advising students at the David Eccles School of Business. This role involves extensive interaction with prospective and current students, alumni, faculty, vendors, and other university stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and project management skills, be a collaborative team player, and have exceptional organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

Operations and Student Services:

Student Engagement and Events

• Provide visionary leadership and oversight for all student-related activities, including the planning, implementation, and assessment of prospect, student, and alumni engagement programming and events.

• Work collaboratively with campus partners to develop meaningful student experiences and engaging activities.

• Provide ongoing support for student-sponsored events.

• Maintain accurate event details, updating Salesforce with attendance and other relevant information.

• Work with the manager on budget tracking and evaluation for PMBA events and other projects as assigned.

Student Advising

• Develop and maintain relationships with prospective and current students throughout their PMBA program.

• Conduct regular in-person and virtual one-on-one appointments with an assigned caseload of students using a holistic approach.

• Maintain student academic files, including records of advising activity.

• Leverage technology platforms such as Salesforce, Slack, and Canvas to support students, maintain academic records, and promote resources for student success.

Faculty Support and Class Support

• Manage quality PMBA class nights by coordinating logistics, supporting faculty with academic and IT needs, and ensuring a seamless experience for students.

• Leverage technology platforms such as Canvas to support faculty and enhance the learning environment.

Note: This job description does not comprehensively list all the required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional responsibilities may be assigned to support program needs.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead, lifting up to 25 lb.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Exceptional customer service, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

• Proven ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment and deliver results.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks independently and efficiently.

• Excellent oral, written, and telephone communication skills.

• Coachable and collaborative, with a willingness to embrace new ideas.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

• Preference will be given to those able to work some evenings as required.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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