College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College access outreach
Student mentoring
Academic retention programming
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, and financial aid
Job Summary
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, and financial aid.
This role involves professional mentoring and academic coaching of current UA students, supporting student success, and contributing to academic summer programs for high school students and incoming freshmen.
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.
Matching Summary
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, and financial aid.
Salary
Base: $43,923; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
College access outreach
Student mentoring
Academic retention programming
Facilitating co-curricular programming
Presentations to diverse audiences
Building rapport with students
Nice-to-have
Bilingual or Multilingual
Drive to improve college access
Responsive programming
Advocacy for communities
Collaborative work style
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree
2+ years relevant experience
Experience with 7th-12th grade audiences
Understanding of educational challenges
Work Rights
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States