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Program Coordinator - Leadership Center

Excel Campus Activities
Arlington, TX Intern
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number S06650P Position Title Program Coordinator - Leadership Center Department Follett Student Leadership Center Location Arlington Position Status Full-time Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00pm.

  • With the opportunity to work remotely one day per week

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $51,000. Pay Basis Bi-weekly Job Summary

The Student Development Specialist III for the Follett Student Leadership Center will assist in the management, supervision, and day-to-day operation of Freshman Leaders on Campus, support Leadership Center workshop initiatives, and participant in ongoing campus-wide leadership development programming. The Follett Student Leadership Center provides various leadership education and development programs to a dynamic campus community

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Supervise and advise Freshman Leaders on Campus, the premiere leadership program for first year students on campus. This includes supervision of 2 (19 hour per week) student employees, advising the student executive board. This also includes planning and managing all program curriculum, 4-6 signature events per year, weekly meetings, and maintaining an ~$10,000 budget.
  • Present leadership workshops for student organizations, groups, and departments throughout the year. Support with administration of our T.E.A.M. online certification.
  • Assist in the implementation of current and new leadership development programs focused on the student body at-large.
  • Serve as a departmental liaison to other departments on campus to consult and incorporate leadership education into existing work on campus.
  • Represent the Leadership Center on various campus and community projects and committees.
  • Assist in the day-to day operations of the Leadership Center and participate in large departmental events such as the Fall Leadership Retreat, signature leadership programs, and Leadership Recognition Ceremony.
  • Performs other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
  • Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating student programs.
  • Experience with event management and event production.
  • Licenses: Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License.
    • Applicant selected must provide a current three-year Driving Record from the current state of residence.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in higher education, student personnel, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of leadership theory, leadership education programming, budget planning, program management, and student advising techniques.
  • Effective organizational skills, including ability to plan for future events and to execute in a timely manner.
  • Must be able to manage multiple projects at one time

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to utilize independent thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills.
  • Experience working with a various population.
  • Excellent writing and public speaking skills.
  • Computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Solid assessment experience.
  • Solid problem solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Must be able to work independently

Other Requirements Workplace and Eligibility Conditions Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

Benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:

https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

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.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) 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, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted Special Instructions to Applicants

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * What is the highest form of education you have attained? (Please specify in your resume)
    • High School Diploma
    • Associate's degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree or higher
  • * How many years of budgeting and finance experience do you have?
    • 2-3 years
    • 4-5 years
    • 6 or more years
    • None
  • * How many years of experience do you have working in an academic environment?
    • None/less than 2 years
    • 2 to 3 years
    • 4 to 5 years
    • 6 years or more
  • * What is your skill level using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)?
    • No skills/Basic
    • Intermediate
    • Advanced
    • Proficient
  • * Do you possess a valid Texas Class C operator driver's license or any other states equivalent to driving a personal vehicle?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * How many years experience do you have working with new student programs, transfer students, first generation students and or targeted student success initiatives?
    • None/less than 1 year
    • 1 to 2 years
    • 3 to 4 years
    • 5 or more years
  • * Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs.
    • Aspiring Leaders Program
    • MavsSupervisor Success Program
    • MavsManager Foundations Program
    • Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)
    • None of the above
Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume or CV
  • Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents

  • Transcripts
  • Letter of Recommendation

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