College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College readiness workshop facilitation
Academic mentoring and coaching
Program planning for academic outreach
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops for high school students, supporters, and educators

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops for high school students, supporters, and educators.
  • The position offers a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program contributions.
  • The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community and conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment.

Matching Summary

The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops for high school students, supporters, and educators.

Salary

Base: $43,923; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College readiness workshop facilitation
  • Academic mentoring and coaching
  • Program planning for academic outreach
  • Travel to regional communities
  • Presentation skills for diverse audiences
  • Student success and cultural programming

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities
  • Experience with underrepresented students
  • Knowledge of college admissions processes
  • Ability to build rapport with students and partners
  • Collaborative work with diverse constituents

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • Two or more years relevant experience
  • Experience facilitating co-curricular programming
  • Understanding challenges in secondary and higher education
  • Ability to travel and work some evenings and weekends

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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