Project Coordinator

Title: Project Coordinator

• Employee Classification: Project Coordinator
• Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas
• Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success
• SubDivision-Department: DAL-Office of the Provost
• Department: DAL-Ctr Exp Learn & Career Success-500150

Job Location: Dallas

• Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.  

Department Summary

• The University of North Texas at Dallas launched the Center for Experiential Learning
• and Career Success (CELCS) in 2025. The Center for Experiential Learning and Career
• Success (CELCS) at UNT Dallas serves as a dynamic hub to prepare students for
• meaningful careers and lives through hands-on learning and professional development.
• The CELCS works to serve this purpose by
• partnering with faculty as key stakeholders to co-design initiatives that integrate
• academic rigor with career readiness
• helping students develop "power skills" and character to thrive in a global
• workforce, connecting academic learning with real-world experience through
• internships, service-learning, and study abroad programs,
• providing tools, resources, and guidance for career exploration, resume building,
• interview preparation, and job placement,
• collaborating with employers and community organizations to create impactful
• experiential learning opportunities,
• and providing resources and support to integrate experiential learning into
• courses and student organizations.

Position Overview

• The Project Coordinator is a new role within the recently launched Center for
• Experiential Learning and Career Success (CELCS) at the University of North Texas at
• Dallas (UNT Dallas). The Project Coordinator is responsible for providing executive,
• administrative, project management and analytical support for the Center. Reporting to
• the Executive Director of CELCS, the Project Coordinator interacts with other CELCS
• staff and interacts with offices within UNT Dallas, including the offices of the President,
• Provost, and Vice Presidents as well as a variety of Dallas-area institutional partners
• and community stakeholders invested in economic mobility.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and two years of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced written communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of accounting/budgeting procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure, to adjust to constant changes, to handle multiple tasks, and to coordinate the work of others.
• Ability to work in a “start-up” culture, with the ability to solve problems independently when needed.
• Ability to keep complex records, to assemble and organize data of complex nature, and to prepare and submit reports in acceptable formats.
• Ability to conceptualize, plan, and organize multiple programs and assignments effectively while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work on complex and confidential tasks utilizing judgment, tact, and resourcefulness.
• Skill in developing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Knowledge of policies, practices, procedures, and terminology of assigned functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excel Certification
• Project Management Experience
• Experience in a Higher Education setting

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties

• Lead project management for CELCS’s strategic priorities and track progress on all projects to ensure Center goals are accomplished and provide regular reports to Executive Director.
• Organize meetings and assist with special event logistics, ensure professional execution of all events; manages the CELCS staff team calendar, supports Executive Director by scheduling and confirming team meetings and external meetings when needed.
• Manage CELCS budget by preparing, monitoring, and maintaining control of expenditure within CELCS budget, providing Executive Director with a monthly report.
• Manage all contracts, payments, and requisitions with external vendors by working with vendors and university procurement departments, maintaining a positive relationship with all partners.
• Manages all revenue transactions ensuring CELCS revenue streams are properly accounted for. Manage CELCS for general administrative and HR needs including but not limited to copying, preparing letters, spreadsheets, presentations and forms.
• Ensure all team members have the necessary support to hire, onboard, and complete performance evaluations.
• Prepare and process check requests and requisitions. Make P-Card purchases for supplies, food items, registration fees, supplies, and subscriptions. Monitor inventory of supplies and orders supplies as necessary.
• Build rapport with diverse program partners, to maintain and sustain CELCS’s community trust and respect.
• Assists staff, faculty, students, and the public with general questions.
• Lead by example in living the UNT System core values in relation to self-management and interacting with internal & external stakeholders through the lens of accelerating upward mobility.
• Support staff members with administrative and other needs.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 8:00am – 5:00pm in-person

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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Eeo Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.