Education Specialist (provisional)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, US
Base: $45,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Not specified
Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required
Travel within target area frequently
Work outside normal office hours including evenings
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Education Specialist for its TRIO Educational Opportunity Center program, aimed at helping low-income adults complete secondary education and pursue postsecondary education. This full-time, provisional position requires travel within the target area and involves advising, career exploration, and assistance with college admissions and financial aid processes

Job Summary

  • This is a 12-month full-time provisional position in the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center Northeast Program funded by the U.S. Department of Education.
  • The role involves implementing postsecondary access strategies for eligible adults, including advising, career exploration, and financial aid application assistance.
  • Benefits are eligible for this position, which requires maintaining student records and preparing monthly, mid-year, and annual reports.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Education Specialist for its TRIO Educational Opportunity Center program, aimed at helping low-income adults complete secondary education and pursue postsecondary education. This full-time, provisional position requires travel within the target area and involves advising, career exploration, and assistance with college admissions and financial aid processes.

Salary

Base: $45,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required
  • Travel within target area frequently
  • Work outside normal office hours including evenings

Nice-to-have

  • Experience working with TRIO or similar populations
  • First-generation college or low-income background
  • Ability to deliver presentations in person and virtually

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Valid driver's license and personal vehicle
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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