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The University of Texas at Arlington McNair Scholars Program-Program Director in Arlington, Texas
McNair Scholars Program-Program Director
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Position Information
Posting Number S05730P
Position Title McNair Scholars Program-Program Director
UTSystem Title Director
Department Mcnair Scholars Prog
Location Arlington
Job Family Research
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Some overnight, evening events and weekend travel is required with McNair Scholars and individually.
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
The McNair Scholars Program (MSN) Director will provide leadership and vision to the McNair Scholars Program and be responsible for recruiting students into the program, ensuring that the program meets enrollment and success metrics, and ensuring that the program supports students’ success in pursuing graduate education. The purpose of the program is to provide research experience, academic, career, and graduate school preparation and guidance to students who are low-income, first generation, or are underrepresented in doctoral programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and coordinate the implementation of an annual recruitment plan for participants and approve all program participants.
Manages recruitment, applications, administration and review processes of student awards and scholarships, advising, and retention of McNair Scholars student participants.
This includes managing/participating in interviews, on-boarding processes, and regular meetings with student participants, documenting academic progress, financial/student aid situations graduate/career plans, and providing guidance leading to Ph. D programs.
Plan and participate in graduate program visitations and graduate school tours.
Interpret and apply all applicable campus, state, and federal regulations which impact the program fiscally and programmatically.
Prepares internal and external reports needed for program assessment Compile data, write, and submit annual reports documenting program outcomes and accomplishments for U.S. Department of Education, including the Annual Performance Report.
Assist and provide input to the OUR director with the MSN budget, ensuring disbursements are within federal and university guidelines.
In collaboration with the OUR Director, lead the development, planning, coordination and execution of the McNair undergraduate research events, seminars, conferences, and presentations including events to promote McNair undergraduate research, professional development, learning communities, and advising conducted by the office.
Serve as liaison with faculty and graduate programs to ensure their complete understanding of the purpose of the Program and to garner their support and cooperation; coordinate the recruitment of faculty to serve as research mentors for participation in program.
Provide holistic and culturally fluent advising, coaching, and advocacy for McNair participants that supports their success in coursework, research, scholarly activities, and graduate school; ensure a sense of belonging and a strengths-based mindset for each participant through education opportunities.
Collaborates with the OUR director in MSP grant writing and other scholarly activities geared toward programming support for the McNair Scholars program.
In collaboration with the OUR Director, lead the professional development and training for MSN staff.
Performs other duties as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree with three (3) years of professional experience managing diverse and complex programs in education and/or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience supervising professional staff.
Experience with assessment, design, and implementation of programmatic and organization-wide change efforts.
Experience managing budgets and providing fiscal oversight.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred experience in the preparation and oversight of federally sponsored grants.
Experience managing diverse and complex programs in higher education.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated leadership.
Ability to analyze financial information to ensure operations are within budget (budget oversight and management).
Ability to implement student success best practices and/or retention initiatives in a university setting.
Ability to understand administrative problems and solutions involved in operating retention and completion initiatives.
Ability to work effectively with faculty and staff.
Excellent written, communication, and collaboration skills
Comfort using instructional technology.
Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive learning environment supportive of underrepresented, first-generation, and low-income people in the university and in their communities.
Ability to interpret and implement federal grant regulations and standards, and their relationship to instructional programs and student success initiatives.
Ability to develop varied study skills approaches and resources for undergraduate research, graduate school, and financial aid, assessment, and evaluation.
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 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 experience do you have working in an academic environment?
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2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
6 years or more
*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
*How many years of experience do you have in leadership, project management or management?
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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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