Assistant Director, Student Advocacy Services

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: 22 days ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number S05464P
Position Title Assistant Director, Student Advocacy Services
Department RVSP/LGBTQ+Programs
Location Arlington
Job Family Student Services
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
  • Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
  • Some weekend and evening hours required
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
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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, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 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. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
To coordinate the programs and day-to-day functions of Student Advocacy Services, specifically, the Relationship Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention (RVSP) Program. Responsible for development, implementation and coordination of prevention programs including assessing needs and evaluating outcomes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Coordinate guest speakers, workshops, events and film series to address sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, stalking, bystander. intervention and online personal safety. 
  • Coordinate efforts to provide education for incoming students (First Year, Transfer, Graduate, Athletes, and International) through orientation programs, information distribution and web-based education. 
  • Recruit, select, train, and guide peer educators and advocates who will implement workshops, trainings and campus wide programming. 
  • Supervise undergraduate interns in the planning of awareness month outreach programming; Red Flag Campaign, Clothesline Project, Community Resource Fair, and Take Back the Night.
  • Develop inclusive & intersectional curriculum, programming, presentations, and materials for resident halls, classroom, & student organizations. 
  • Establish and maintain liaison relationships to specialized campus populations such as transfer and commuter students, international students, students with disabilities athletics and academic affairs. 
  • Serve as secondary advocate for LGBTQ+ Program & Emergency Assistance Fund (EAF) & on Behavior Intervention Team (BIT) to provide referral & resource information to students, staff, and faculty as requested. 
  • Assist in the review of policy and procedures for Title IX complainants.
  • Maintain university website ensuring accurate and correct university and community resource information. 
  • Assist with departmental assessment including writing reports, developing learning outcomes and overseeing program evaluation. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in higher education, student personnel services or health promotion, social work, counseling, addiction/alcohol studies, psychology, public health or related field. 
  • Three (3) years of experience in an advisory, administrative or educational capacity with college students or adolescents in community groups. 
  • Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. 
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Knowledge of federal mandates and best practice in the field of violence prevention programming and threat assessment.
  • Experience working with college students in a programmatic and advisory capacity.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with college/university students in sexual assault prevention, crisis management, and programming and event planning. 
  • Demonstrates a strong understanding of trauma-informed care, Title IX and Clery.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Maintains knowledge of university policy and procedures, student development and counseling theories, and trauma informed practices.
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
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.
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 [email protected] .


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
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.

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