What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Development Spec II position at The University of Texas at Tyler?
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Job Summary
The Student Development Specialist II - New Student Programs Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of New Patriot Orientation (FTIC and transfer) and first-year programming. This position also provides support to the Department of Student Engagement.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
- Supervise and coordinate new student orientation programs (first-year orientation). This includes but is not limited to: host orientation sessions during the academic year; develop and implement online orientation; conduct regular program assessment and implement changes as needed.
- Coordinate first-year programming and supervise first-year programming student workers. Expand experience programs including sophomore, junior, senior, remote campus students, etc.
- Select, train, and supervise orientation and camp staff. This includes student transition coordinators, orientation leaders, and camp leaders.
- Assist with student engagement initiatives as required, including but not limited to: student activities, Greek life, University Center, student organizations, and office customer service.
- Conduct assessments and create reports for areas of responsibility, participate in university committees, support department and division programs.
Required Education/Experience
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Master's degree in college student affairs, counseling, higher education, or related field preferred.
- One year of experience in orientation and new student programs. Familiar with student development theory.
- Two or more years' experience in orientation and new student programs. relative experience in student activities, program planning, volunteer programs, student organization advising, or leadership program/event development. experience in student learning and development theory.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
- Knowledge of transition and college student development theory.
- Critical thinking, effective reasoning, and reflective thinking skills.
- Self-understanding and self-appraisal.
- Ability to connect knowledge, ideas, and experiences from a variety of domains.
- Ability to foster meaningful interpersonal relationships.
- Effective leadership and collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated professionalism.
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
EEO/AA Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
