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The University of Texas at Arlington Director of Student Publications in Arlington, Texas
Director of Student Publications
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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S05632P
Position Title Director of Student Publications
UTSystem Title
Department Student Publications
Location Arlington
Job Family Student Services
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Some flexibility as needed to fit students’ evening work hours periodically.
Will require travel, evenings and weekend hours, on occasion.
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
Provides overall direction, management and coordination for all activities and services within the Department of Student Publications, which prints the award-winning student newspaper for UTA, The Shorthorn. Provides strong journalistic and business direction for student media and career preparation for student employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and implement planning and fiscal functions for the department within UTA guidelines; including department budget, vendor contracts, and assessment and planning documents.
Oversee and assess all departments within Student Publications, encompassing newsroom, photography, advertising, graphics/production, and business, while concurrently coordinating the UTA Student Publications Committee.
Collaborate with professional staff to manage student staff in all aspects within Student Publications, from recruitment to administration, while also representing UTA at professional events, student media engagements, orientations, interest sessions, and school visits to actively recruit potential students.
Foster relationships departments and programs across the UTA campus.
Develop and implement Student Publications operating policies and procedures that establish and maintain high journalism, advertising, professional, and ethical standards for Student Publications department.
Participate in university committees, including the Student Publications Committee and Student Affairs Leadership Team, while ensuring implementation of UTA internal controls within the department and attending mandatory trainings on budgets, assessment, and departmental management.
Plan and coordinate projects essential for departmental success, including Student Publications Alumni reunions, student recognition events, skills workshops, and departmental training events.
Maintain engagement with the Shorthorn Nation, Alumni network, ensuring regular updates and generating content for a quarterly Alumni Newsletter.
Select, train, supervise, evaluate, and provide professional development opportunities for professional staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with at least three (3) years relevant experience in publication production and /or management.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
General knowledge of print journalism required. Good student management, conflict resolution, and overall management skills needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree with five (5) years of media and publication management experience in an institution of higher education.
Equivalent experience in media management (editor, news director, etc.) outside of higher education will also be strongly considered.
Knowledge of press law and best practices in journalism strongly preferred, along with significant management experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Awareness of professional print and digital newsroom workflows; demonstrated supervisory skills in multi-platform news environment; ability to manage and interpret market and readership data; experience with Peoplesoft system helpful.
Knowledge in all supervised areas, including newsroom, advertising, production, business and marketing is desired.
Adaptability, creativity, and resourcefulness are beneficial skills.
Ability to coach and provide constructive feedback to college students and colleagues is important.
Other Requirements
- Position is rendered security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215 Texas Education Code.
Working Conditions
Exposure to standard office conditions. Repetitive use of keyboard at a work station.
Use of manual dexterity.
Climbing of stairs, Security sensitive; criminal background check conducted.
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 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
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.
Requirement Questions
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*How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
None/less than 2 years
3 to 4 years
4 to 5 years
6 or more years
*How many years of professional experience do you have in the related field?
None/less than 2 years
2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
6 years or more
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
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