Program Manager, Experiential Learning

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number S05062P
Position Title Program Manager, Experiential Learning
Department New Student Courses
Location Arlington
Job Family Student Success
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Some nights and weekends required.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $53,000.
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
Reporting to the Associate Director for Experiential Learning, the Program Manager serves as the lead manager for key aspects of engagement opportunities within the Office of Academic Engagement in the Division of Student Success. The Program Manager is a mid-level leadership role that develops and manages experiential learning initiatives for the Residential Learning Communities (RLC) program, including developing residential curriculums and the connected UNIV (first year seminar) course sections, programming opportunities for students alongside the RLC partners, the residential peer mentor program, and the assessment of program outcomes. The Program Manager will ensure the successful delivery of the RLC program with a focus on achieving program outcomes, programmatic innovation, connecting to UTA’s strategic priorities and Principles of Community, efficient program operation, participant achievement and satisfaction, building and enhancing programmatic partnerships, fiscal responsibility, and quality assessment for program growth.
More information about the Residential Learning Communities program at UTA can be viewed on our Website or this YouTube video .
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Experiential Learning and Residential Learning Community Curriculum and Administration:

  • Manage the residential learning community program under the direction of the Associate Director for Experiential Learning. This includes the recruitment and training of staff and student staff members, coordination of student placement, and fulfilling the MOU with Housing and Apartment and Residence Life.
  • Serve as manager for the residential peer mentor program. Develops policy and procedures for operational, administrative, and logistical processes and supporting systems.
  • Assists Associate Director in creating and implementing the strategic vision for the Residential Learning Communities program.
  • Build and manage partnerships with colleges and departments across campus to support and enhance experiential and residential learning opportunities in the UNIV classroom and in the residence halls. This includes regular meetings regarding the outcomes of the RLCs and their associated programs.
  • Develop and implement course curriculum for the residential learning communities that is experiential, themed, and major-related.
  • Develop and implement experiential and residential curriculum for the RLCs that enhance course outcomes and meet out of class learning outcomes through programming and faculty/staff/partner engagement.
  • Lead the programming initiatives for cross-campus partnerships. Develop and implement robust programming opportunities for the RLCs in collaboration with the RLC partners and faculty fellows that includes possible coursework, organized trips, and experiential learning opportunities for students.
  • Oversee programming budget, following campus fiscal policies and procedures.
  • Based on assessment and analysis of key performance indicators for the university, develop new RLCs for the university to support student retention and engagement.
  • Serves as the main point of contact for RLC campus partners (faculty/staff) that work with each RLC.
  • Create and maintain standard operating procedures for assigned programs and processes.


Assessment:
  • Assist the Director and Associate Director in developing student learning outcomes for UNIV course experiential learning curricula based on data analysis and key performance indicators. Develop assessment plans based on those SLOs and course curriculum.
  • Develop and implement assessment plans for the Residential Learning Community program.
  • Develop and implement assessment plans for experiential learning in the UNIV courses.

Teaching and Student Employee Supervision:
  • Day to day supervision of Graduate Assistants, including regular communication, retention, on-going development and recognition of staff.
  • Manage student staff, including recruitment, selection, communication, and performance oversight.
  • Manage the development and training of student staff for their roles inside and outside of the residential learning communities based on the diversified needs of the UNIV courses and RLCs.
  • Teach UNIV courses focused on student success and academic readiness topics.

Performs other duties assigned.
Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree.
  • Three (3) years of experience with advising, student development and supervision, peer mentor programs, tutoring, supplemental instruction, first year seminars, first year programming, or equivalent relevant experience with student success initiatives.
  • Licenses: Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License
  • The applicant selected must provide a current three-year Driving Record from the current state of residence.
  • If not currently a Texas resident, you must obtain a Texas Driver’s License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Five (5) years of experience with advising, student development and supervision, peer mentor programs, tutoring, supplemental instruction, first year seminars, first year programming, or equivalent relevant experience with student success initiatives.
  • Experience with Residential Learning Communities/Living Learning Communities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of project and program management, change management, assessment, residential learning experience and first year student trends and issues.
  • Ability to manage cross-functional projects of moderate to high complexity and manage some projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to details.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills.
  • Proficient meeting, facilitation, and presentation skills for all types of engagements.
  • Proficient listening and writing skills, good executive presence, verbally articulate.
  • Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills with the ability to facilitate timely decisions when needed.
  • Leadership skills to manage teams effectively, maintain healthy professional relationships with peers, supervisees, and stakeholders, and promote a culture of collaboration, ownership, and accountability.
  • Ability to work well in teams or independently.
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects at one time.
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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