Graduate Student Coord I

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 found here.

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Responsibilities

The following is a list of key responsibilities the position oversees:

• 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

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN44399B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

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.

Department: 00058 - Civil and Environmental Engin

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 45,000 to 50,380

Close Date: 4/30/2026

Open Until Filled: