Job Details

Graduate Student Coord II

Position Number: 9719787
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Academic Advising

Graduate Student Coord II

Job Summary

With moderate institutional and departmental knowledge, this position works within the University of Utah's Division of Games' graduate program a national leader in games and interactive media to coordinate a diverse population of students regarding their academic planning and progress.

This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel safe, valued, welcomed, and respects all students in their quest for individual success through graduate degree programs.

Responsibilities

Performs administrative tasks to support graduate students. Activities include, but are not limited to, record-keeping, data collection, data analysis, archiving, program of study coordination, website updates, scheduling, course-planning, and graduation tracking.
Actively participates in campus-based professional development communities, including but not limited to GAPA or other relevant organizations that directly impact their position. Duties include sub-committee participation.
Collects and disseminates information to students, faculty, and departments about changes in degree requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate.
May participate in search committees for new hires in the department, including both staff and faculty roles.
May participate in programming communities for students within their area. This may include activities such as overseeing a mentoring program, student organizations, etc.
Advises on graduate committee development. May assign course-work for specific programs of study.
May provide curriculum feedback at the program level. May submit department curriculum changes to university-wide curriculum tracking.
Power user for University-wide application review platforms. Coordinate and organize admission portfolios for graduate committees.
Participates in recruitment activities for potential graduate student candidates. Processes graduate school applications and coordinates with graduate committees with any interview processes.
Acts in partnership with faculty to coordinate scheduling exams, or defenses. Assists students with developing a working relationship with faculty in the assigned program.
Participates in events management related to graduate programs, graduate student orientation, graduate conferences, professional development events, open houses, visits by industry partners, and graduation.
With increased institutional knowledge, acts as a resource for graduate student roles and is a liaison between the department and the Graduate School on campus.
Other tasks as assigned.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Why Join the Division of Games?The Division of Games at the University of Utah is a world leader in games education, research, and industry partnerships. Our work spans disciplines, cultures, and continents, offering a bold, collaborative environment for students and professionals. As part of a passionate, future-focused team, you will help build innovative academic structures and cross-cultural experiences that empower the next generation of game creators.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

2 years' of related 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

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN45622B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01508 - Games
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 45,450 to 55,550
Close Date: 09/30/2026
Open Until Filled:

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