Program Specialist I

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S06802P

Position Title

Program Specialist I

Functional Title

Program Specialist I - Supplemental Instruction

Department

Undergraduate Education

Salary Range

$50,000 - $51,600 DOQ

Pay Basis

Monthly

Position Status

Regular full-time

Location

Richardson

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

01 / 06 / 2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Desired Start Date

02 / 02 / 2026

Job Summary

The Student Success Center helps students navigate college coursework with clarity, confidence, and support. We provide academic support programs that remove barriers to persistence and degree completion. Our work includes academic coaching, tutoring, peer-led academic programming, skill-building workshops, and cross-campus partnerships. The SI Program Specialist works as part of the Student Success Center team to deliver programming for all undergraduate students. The program specialist will work tabling events, student leader appreciation events, special events throughout the year. The program specialist is also expected to contribute to overall SSC success and collaboration.

• Under the general supervision of the Director of the Student Success Center, the SI Program Specialist is responsible for the planning and implementation of the SI program designed to improve grades and reduce the DFW rates in historically difficult courses at UT Dallas.
• This position will be responsible for session scheduling, approving timesheets, running reports, assisting with leader observations, and hiring, training and supervising leaders.
• This position will require some evening hours as many SI and exam review services are delivered to students outside of regular business hours.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, with a minimum of four years of experience in program / project development or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Master's Degree preferred.

Ability to :

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Remote Notice : After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote / partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes :

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https : / / hr.utdallas.edu / employees / benefits / for more information.

If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!

Special Instructions Summary

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator .