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Donor Care Coordinator

University of North Texas - Denton
United States, Texas, Fort Worth
3500 Camp Bowie Boulevard (Show on map)
Aug 22, 2026
Title: Donor Care Coordinator Employee Classification: Administrative Coordinator Campus: University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt Sub Division-Department: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt Department: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt-350000 Job Location: Fort Worth Salary: $45,000.000 FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. 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Department Summary The Donated Body Program at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth supports education, research, and professional training through the ethical management and stewardship of anatomical donations. The program oversees donor registration, preservation, utilization, inventory management, and final disposition while maintaining the highest standards of donor dignity, regulatory compliance, and accountability. Through partnerships with academic programs, researchers, and healthcare professionals, the program provides essential resources that advance health sciences education, clinical training, and scientific discovery while honoring the profound gift of donor participation. Position Overview The Donor Care Coordinator will work closely with program staff, cremation providers, and donor families to ensure continuity, accuracy, and dignity throughout the donor's journey through the program. The position requires exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to approach human remains and donor materials with professionalism and respect. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in situations possibly involving grieving or emotionally distressed individuals and other staff. Advanced written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure, to adjust to constant changes and to handle multiple tasks Ability to effectively use electronic inventory systems, databases, spreadsheets, and other computer-based tools to accurately track donor remains, specimens, urns, and associated materials. Preferred Qualifications Experience in an University, Donated Body Program, and/or Funeral Home setting. Experience with digital inventory systems. Job Duties Coordinate with program staff and external service providers to ensure the appropriate and respectful disposition of donor remains. Coordinate the preparation and return of cremated remains to donor families while maintaining accurate documentation related to cremation and final disposition. Maintain and reconcile accurate inventories of donor urns, cremated remains, specimens, and other donor-associated materials, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed. Other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more. Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces. Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Environmental Hazards Exposure to fumes or airborne particles. Low temperatures. Noisy environments. Small and/or enclosed spaces. Work Schedule Monday-Friday Driving University Vehicle Yes Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. 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