Student Program Coordinator

Posting Details

Posting Number: S06763P

Position Title:

Student Program Coordinator

Functional

Title:

Coordinator for Student Union Programs

Department: SUAAB / Meteor Theatre

Salary Range: $42,440

Pay Basis:
Monthly

Position Status:
Regular full-time

Location:

Richardson

Desired

Start Date:

02/09/2026

The Coordinator for Student Union Programs is responsible for assisting in the supervision, development, and oversight of the Student Union Activities & Advisory Board (SUAAB) programming board. SUAAB is a student programming board that offers a variety of engaging and innovative events that promote student involvement and a sense of belonging within the UTD community to enhance student life. SUAAB is a student‑led departmental student organization who plans campus wide events such as Weeks of Welcome, Home Fest, Comet Con, Springapalooza, and Cosmic Film Festival.

SUAAB implements a consistent programming calendar throughout the academic year.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• One (1) or more years related work experience.
• An equivalent level of education and/or experience is acceptable.

• Master's or equivalent degree in higher education administration, college student personnel administration, or a related field.
• Experience advising student organizations and event planning.
• Six months to one year of student supervision experience.
• 1–2 years of program management experience in a higher education environment including, but not limited to, advising or facilitating student development.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

• Coordinates and executes student‑focused events by utilizing expertise in event planning, financial and logistics management, risk and liability, assessment, and marketing and promotion.
• Develops student leadership training to prepare students in SUAAB to manage a full schedule of programs.
• Supervises and oversees the selection, training, development, and advising of programming board student leaders, and numerous volunteers.
• Assists in creating and implementing a strategic plan and conducting student staff evaluations.
• Demonstrates an openness to connect with students and campus/community partners to increase collaboration and engagement.
• Maintains communications and relationships with UT Dallas and DFW community, outside vendors, talent, agents, and corporations on behalf of the university.

• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Skilled in instruction, facilitation, and training techniques.

While performing the duties of this job, a successful employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, move or lift objects which may range from 10–25 lbs, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch frequently. Dollies and carts may be used to assist with transporting items across campus. A successful employee would also need to have good vision, manual dexterity, and coordination.

They may also need to be able to hear and talk frequently.

After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/mostly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours’ notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee‑friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Lo…