The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project/Program Specialist to provide administrative support for its TRIO program, focusing on STEM areas. The role involves academic coaching, tutoring, and program management for students, requiring a background in science or engineering, along with experience in diverse educational settings
Job Summary
The Specialist will provide administrative program support to the TRIO program in STEM fields and offer one-on-one academic coaching, group tutoring, and educational services to students.
Responsibilities include updating participant files, tracking student progress, developing retention strategies, identifying and recruiting participants, and supervising Peer Tutors.
The role involves assisting with planning and facilitating student workshops, orientations, and special events, as well as collaborating with department deans on course syllabi.
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project/Program Specialist to provide administrative support for its TRIO program, focusing on STEM areas. The role involves academic coaching, tutoring, and program management for students, requiring a background in science or engineering, along with experience in diverse educational settings.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
administrative program support
academic coaching and tutoring
student file management
retention strategies development
peer tutor supervision
Nice-to-have
experience with disadvantaged students
relating to diverse backgrounds
college setting experience
Key Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in science, mathematics, engineering, or technology
1-3 years of experience with disadvantaged students preferred
Experience relating to diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds