College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
$43,923; not specified; not specified py
College access outreach
Student mentoring
Academic retention programming
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports the college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts of the College Access Initiative (CAI) and the Division of Student Affairs

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports the college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts of the College Access Initiative (CAI) and the Division of Student Affairs.
  • This position will contribute to the design and facilitation of workshops for high school students, supporters, and educators with respect to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, ACT, and opportunities at the University of Arkansas.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waivers for employees and their families.

Matching Summary

The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports the college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts of the College Access Initiative (CAI) and the Division of Student Affairs.

Salary

$43,923; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • college access outreach
  • student mentoring
  • academic retention programming
  • facilitating co-curricular programming
  • program planning and facilitation

Nice-to-have

  • bilingual or multilingual
  • drive to improve college access
  • responsive programming
  • advocacy for communities
  • strong presentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Two or more years of relevant experience
  • Experience facilitating programming for 7th-12th grade students
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Not specified

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