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Program Specialist I – First Year Initiatives (JSOM)
The University Of Texas At Dallas
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Dallas, United States
Location
Dallas
Posted
June 21, 2026
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Job Description
Posting Number: S06990P
Job Description:
The Program Specialist I supports the design, implementation, and assessment of first-year initiatives aimed at improving student transition, engagement, and retention. This role manages a caseload of first-year students, providing proactive outreach, consistent check-ins, and individualized support to help students successfully navigate their first year.
In addition, the Program Specialist teaches and coordinates multiple sections First Year Seminar ( FYS ) course, leading curriculum delivery, fostering student engagement, and facilitating classroom instruction. This role collaborates closely with campus partners to deliver programming aligned with institutional goals related to persistence and four-year graduation rates.
Job Description:
The Program Specialist I supports the design, implementation, and assessment of first-year initiatives aimed at improving student transition, engagement, and retention. This role manages a caseload of first-year students, providing proactive outreach, consistent check-ins, and individualized support to help students successfully navigate their first year.
In addition, the Program Specialist teaches and coordinates multiple sections First Year Seminar ( FYS ) course, leading curriculum delivery, fostering student engagement, and facilitating classroom instruction. This role collaborates closely with campus partners to deliver programming aligned with institutional goals related to persistence and four-year graduation rates.