Contract Coordinator I
The University of Texas at Arlington

Job Info

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Posting Number:

S05774P

Position Title:

Contract Coordinator I

UTSystem Title:

Contract Coordinator I

Department:

Nursing- Graduate

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Nursing

Position Status:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Standard

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

Open to:

External and Internal

Salary:

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $40,000.

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

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University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary:

To provide administrative supportfor business activities in the Department of Graduate Nursing. Responsible for securing new agreements for nursing students performing clinical rotations at clinical sites and ensuring timely renewal of expiring contracts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the preparation and submission of contractual agreements between the College of Nursing and Health Innovation and clinical/non-clinical affiliates.
• Identify contracts that are expiring, initiate contact with the clinical agencies and answer queries from new clinical sites.
• Conducts technical reviews of contracts and related documents.
• Verifies contract data and contractual language. Inputs, edits, stores, retrieves, formats, prints, and accumulates a variety of documents and reports that relate to contract maintenance.
• Inputs contract information into appropriate databases.
• Interacts with affiliates and clinical staff regarding contracts and any associated documents.
• Responds to email and phone calls regarding contract data.
• Assist with administrative needs in support of the Department Chair, Associate Chair and other leaders.
• Provide support to CONHI leadership related to the expansion to rural health.
• Help identify and contact potential rural health sites.
• Provide administrative assistance to the contracts and clinical coordination teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with one (1) year of administrative experience OR Diploma and five (5) years of administrative experience.
• Must have working experience and knowledge of MS Office products.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of experience in Higher Education.
• Working experience with advanced knowledge and skill of MS Office products.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good communication and people skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Flexibility.
• Adaptability.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work.
• Professional organizational skills.

Working Conditions:

Special Conditions for Eligibility:

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Minimum Number of References Required:

3

Maximum Number of References Accepted:

3

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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