College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
$43,923; not specified; benefits eligible py
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 and summer programs for high school students and incoming freshmen

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops and summer programs for high school students and incoming freshmen.
  • This role involves professional mentoring and academic coaching of current UA students, as well as supporting student success and cultural programming on campus.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

$43,923; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College access outreach
  • Student mentoring
  • Academic retention programming
  • Facilitating co-curricular programming
  • Presentation skills
  • Develop college readiness curricula

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or Multilingual
  • Drive to improve college access
  • Responsive programming
  • Advocacy for communities
  • Work collaboratively with diverse constituents

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

Tailored Resume

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