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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.
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Department Summary
The University of North Texas is launching a new department that places learning and innovation at the center of its student success mission. This department integrates three interconnected units: the Learning Initiative, Teaching Hub, and Curriculum Connector, to advance research-based approaches to learning, support evidence-based teaching practices, and align curriculum with career readiness. By fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and industry partners, the department drives institutional innovation, enhances teaching and learning, and ensures UNT students are prepared to thrive in their academic journeys and future careers.
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Position Overview
This position is responsible for providing executive, administration, and communication support for “LEAF: Learning Ecosystem for Adaptive Futures” that serves as the coordinating structure for three new academic units at UNT. The position will provide support for the multiple co-directors and the diverse workstreams of the three units.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and five years of highly responsible and varied office administration or business management experience; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Keen attention to detail.
• Experience with budgets and spreadsheets.
• Professional writing style.
• Strong people skills and demonstrated success working collaboratively.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment requiring discretion, clear reasoning, and the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
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Preferred Qualifications
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Required License/Registration/Certifications
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Job Duties:
- Budget Management and Oversight - Responsible for oversight of the unit's budgetary activities, including monitoring expenditures, tracking allocations, and ensuring fiscal compliance
- Faculty and Staff Compensation Administration - Manages paperwork related to compensation of faculty and staff participants in unit activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing
- Event Coordination and Logistics - Provides logistical and calendar support for unit activities including seminar series, team meetings, and special events on behalf of the co-directors
- Communication Management - Handles daily communications including email correspondence and website news updates, serving as primary communication liaison
- Physical Space Management - Manages the physical space of LEAF, including scheduling, maintenance coordination, and space optimization
- Problem Resolution and Research - Identifies issues or problems and researches solutions within specific administrative areas, providing proactive support
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Physical Requirements:
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
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Environmental Hazards:
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
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Work Schedule:
M-F, 8:00am-5:00pm
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Driving University Vehicle:
No
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Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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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.
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Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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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.
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