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Coordinator Data Science + Program, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Office of the Dean

Urbana-Champaign Campus

Job Summary
The Coordinator of the Data Science + Program will assist in the administration, coordination, marketing, and student and faculty support for the X + DS programs. Works closely with the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, The Grainger College of Engineering, the iSchool, and all colleges offering X+DS majors at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to provide leadership and direction to strengthen the X + DS programs including incorporation of stakeholder feedback to improve the administration and development of the programs. The position reports to the College of LAS Associate Dean of Life & Physical Sciences.
Duties & Responsibilities

Program Administration and Management

Manage the administration of X + DS programs, including coordinating the creation of new programs with X+DS program and departmental leadership, student general advising, catalog/course management, course scheduling, curriculum changes/development, and enrollment/recruitment oversight.

Facilitate communication with participating departments in tracking program management, course scheduling, curriculum changes/development, and overall program logistics.

Assist with comprehensive program reviews and annual reports. Track and maintain admission, enrollment, and graduation statistics.

Meet with faculty and academic advisors to discuss the X+DS programs

Student Services

Answer inquiries and general questions that come through the data science email and refer them to the appropriate departmental unit.

Meet with undergraduate students, of all majors, who are exploring to pursue an X + DS program to discuss the program and refer them to the appropriate academic advising unit for course selection and advice.

Assist departmental academic advisors in monitoring student progress.

Collect feedback from students regarding course selections, access to courses, professional development experiences, and general satisfaction with their X + DS program.

Build partnerships and collaborate with other units on campus to enhance and support student achievement and success in the X + DS programs.

Program Marketing and Advertising

Promote awareness generally of the field of data science and the X + DS programs, on and off campus, including working with the communications teams in the creation and production of promotional material, including handouts and web pages.

Monitor program websites, academic catalog entries, and print materials for accuracy and consistency.

Work with the communications team of each X+DS program in maintaining consistent and accurate information across their advertising material and informational documents and websites.

Work with the communications team of each X+DS program to develop a marketing and communication plan around outreach to prospective and admitted students.

Program Recruiting and Outreach

Prepare and provide presentations to students interested in the X+DS programs.

Meet with prospective and admitted student families via phone, virtually, or in person.

Promotion of the X+DS program by conducting informational presentations at on and off-campus college fairs, groups campus visits and other recruitment and yield events.

Maintain excellent campus partnerships with college and campus-level admissions and recruitment staff.

Provide regular updates to the X+DS programs staff as well as the Office of Undergraduate Admissions regarding recruitment and yield activities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.
Two years of education, training, and/or work experience in student recruitment, admission counseling, event planning, education administration, academic advising, and/or program development.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or closely related field. Five years of professional work experience in program development, student career services/affairs/admissions/recruitment. Experience working with diverse student populations and commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment for students and staff. Experience making presentations to and communicating with diverse audiences. Experience effectively managing programs and staff. Experience understanding the needs, concerns, and strengths of college students.

Successful candidates will have the following:

• Ability to collaborate with and maintain relationships with campus colleagues, students, faculty and high school and community college counselors.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated effective organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Understanding of college student development theory, academic advising theory, and the college environment.
• Knowledge of undergraduate majors, academic policies, procedures, and systems at the University of Illinois.
• Involvement in higher education professional organizations.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in collaborative groups.
• Familiarity with the University of Illinois policies and procedures related to undergraduate students.
• Awareness of, and sensitivity to cultural and linguistic differences
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Ability to work harmoniously with a wide range of constituencies, including faculty, staff, and students

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the deadline date. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on June 6, 2023. To apply for this position, please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu, use the Apply Now button on the posting and upload your cover letter, resume (months and years of employment must be included), and names/contact information for three professional references. Please remember to include specific information on how you meet the qualifications of the position in your application materials. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact lascollegehiring@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1015190
Job Category: Administrative
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Requisition ID: 1015190
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu





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