Computer Science Education Recruitment Coordinator

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The Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) at The University of Texas at Austin is one of the leading supercomputing centers in the world, supporting advances in computational research by thousands of researchers and students. TACC staff help researchers and educators use advanced computing, visualization, and storage technologies effectively and conduct research and development to make these technologies more powerful, reliable, and easier to use. TACC staff also educate and train the next generation of researchers, empowering them to make discoveries that advance knowledge and change the world.

If you are not sure you're 100% qualified, but up for the challenge - we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way.

Must be eligible to work in the US on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

The position will work with the EPIC team to recruit and support educators, schools, districts and professional development providers to engage them in EPIC/WeTeach_CS projects and initiatives.

• Coordinate recruitment efforts to increase participation of educators, schools, and districts in EPIC professional development programs.
• Represent EPIC at state and national meetings and conferences, promoting EPIC's mission, resources, and expertise.
• Assist with program activities, structure, and daily operations.
• Provide leadership across the EPIC educator community through effective communications and nurturing communities of practice related to EPIC's professional development programs.

• Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of experience in program administration or program coordination.
• Knowledge of K-12 state education standards, policies, and programs of study, particularly for the state of Texas, related to computer science and adjacent topics.
• Connections with and awareness of Texas districts and education service centers in numerous geographic regions.
• Demonstrated track record of developing, managing, and maintaining programmatic relationships.
• Ability to foster open and constructive dialogues with educators, promoting understanding and collaboration on topics related to effective pedagogy, differentiated instruction, belonging in STEM, embracing differences, and broadening participation in computing education.
• Dynamic communicator capable of analyzing complex, multifaceted projects and distilling key highlights for an external audience. Ability to navigate a wide variety of internal and external relationships with grace and decorum.
• Proficiency in working with the Google and Microsoft Office suites and ability to quickly learn how to use other communication and productivity tools.
• Ability to manage a project with responsibilities shared across internal and external team members; ability to work effectively under pressure and with tight timelines; flexibility and ability to continuously improve methods and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% time (All travel costs are covered by The University of Texas at Austin)
• Ability and willingness to shift work schedule to support or manage professional learning in afternoons, evenings, and weekends to accommodate teacher participants.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Familiarity with WeTeach_CS and TACC professional development programs and initiatives.
• Experience recruiting educators and districts to participate in STEM and computer science programs.
• Teacher certification in CS 8-12 (TExES 241, PRAXIS 5652, or equivalent).
• Experience teaching K-12 computer science, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity.
• Experience facilitating professional development.

$70,000 + depending on qualifications

• Travel required (25%)

• Some evenings and weekends required when on travel

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, and then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current University employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the

left-hand navigation menu, and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.