Details
Open Date 03/04/2026
Requisition Number PRN44399B
Job Title Graduate Student Coord I
Working Title Graduate Student Coord I
Career Progression Track D
Track Level
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday through Friday 8am- 5pm with an hour lunch. CVEEN is participating in campus telecommuting program with one day working remotely.
A rare evening or weekend event participation if additional department staff support is needed.
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00058 - Civil and Environmental Engin
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 45,000 to 50,380
Close Date 04/30/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 03/16/2026
Job Summary
The Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering invites applications for the position of Graduate Coordinator I. We are seeking a highly organized, service-oriented professional who is passionate about supporting student success and fostering a collaborative academic environment.
In this role, the Graduate Coordinator will serve as a primary resource for graduate students pursuing degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Construction Engineering, and Nuclear Engineering. The successful candidate will provide knowledgeable guidance to students and faculty on university academic policies and procedures, helping students make informed decisions and progress successfully toward degree completion.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, approachable, and committed to delivering exceptional service while managing complex processes with accuracy and professionalism.
An competitive salary and excellent benefit package is included:
14.2% employer retirement contribution (automatic and immediately vested)
Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA )
11 paid holidays per year plus monthly vacation accruals
Excellent, affordable health insurance options through the University of Utah health system
Tuition reduction for employees and family members
Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans
Free public transportation pass
A full list of benefits can be foundhere
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Responsibilities
The following is a list of key responsibilities the position oversees:
This position assists the following degrees within the department: MS & PhD in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Online MS in Construction Engineering (new fall 2025), and MS & PhD in Nuclear Engineering.
Guide graduate students from admission through graduation, coordinating records, programs of study, and academic milestones to ensure timely degree completion.
Partner with faculty to ensure timely exam completion, defenses, and advising processes, in addition to strengthening student-faculty collaboration.
Manage and streamline graduate admissions, including application review coordination, interview processes, admission processes and on boarding once they arrive to campus.
Serve as a liaison between the department and the Graduate School, ensuring compliance with university policies while advocating for student and program needs.
Support curriculum and program development by coordinating feedback and contributing to graduate committee processes.
Enhance the graduate student experience through recruitment initiatives, orientation, mentoring programs, professional development events, and community-building activities.
Engage in campus-wide professional communities and departmental initiatives, contributing to continuous improvement and expanding professional expertise.
This description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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