College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College access outreach
Student mentoring
Academic retention programming
The Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, financial aid, and ACT preparation

Job Summary

  • The Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, financial aid, and ACT preparation.
  • This role involves professional mentoring and academic coaching of current UA students, supporting student success and cultural programming, and requires frequent overnight travel.
  • 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 Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, financial aid, and ACT preparation.

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
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Travel across the state/region
  • Evening and weekend events

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or Multilingual
  • Responsive programming
  • Advocacy for communities
  • College recruiting experience
  • Building rapport with diverse constituents

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Two or more years of relevant experience
  • Experience with 7th-12th grade audiences
  • Master's degree in a related field (preferred)
  • One or more years of professional experience (preferred)

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