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 high school students
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college readiness and retention efforts by facilitating workshops and mentoring students

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college readiness and retention efforts by facilitating workshops and mentoring students.
  • This position offers a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement contributions.
  • The role requires frequent overnight travel across the state/region and occasional evening and weekend work.

Matching Summary

The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college readiness and retention efforts by facilitating workshops and mentoring students.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • college readiness workshop facilitation
  • academic mentoring and coaching
  • program planning for high school students
  • travel to regional communities
  • presentation skills for diverse audiences

Nice-to-have

  • bilingual or multilingual abilities
  • experience with underrepresented student advocacy
  • knowledge of college admissions and financial aid
  • ability to foster equitable participation
  • collaborative work with diverse stakeholders

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
  • No sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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