College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College readiness workshops
Academic summer programs
Student mentoring
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.
  • This position involves professional mentoring and academic coaching of current UA students, supporting student success and cultural programming on campus, and requires frequent overnight travel.
  • 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 for high school students, supporters, and educators.

Salary

Base: $43,923; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • college readiness workshops
  • academic summer programs
  • student mentoring
  • academic coaching
  • cultural programming
  • frequent overnight travel

Nice-to-have

  • foster equitable participation
  • build rapport with diverse constituents
  • advance a culture of access

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years relevant experience
  • Experience facilitating co-curricular programming for 7th-12th graders
  • Understanding of secondary and higher education challenges

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Tailored Resume

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