College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College readiness workshop facilitation
Academic mentoring and coaching
Program planning for academic initiatives
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, and ACT preparation workshops for high school students and educators

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, and ACT preparation workshops for high school students and educators.
  • The position offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance contributions, tuition waivers, paid holidays, and retirement programs.
  • The role requires frequent overnight travel across the state and participation in some evening and weekend events to support student success and cultural programming.

Matching Summary

The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, and ACT preparation workshops for high school students and educators.

Salary

Base: $43,923; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance contributions, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College readiness workshop facilitation
  • Academic mentoring and coaching
  • Program planning for academic initiatives
  • Frequent overnight travel
  • Presentation skills for diverse audiences
  • Knowledge of college admissions processes

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities
  • Experience with underrepresented student populations
  • Community and school outreach experience
  • Ability to foster equitable participation
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Collaborative work with diverse stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • Two or more years relevant experience
  • Experience facilitating co-curricular programming
  • Understanding challenges in secondary and higher education
  • Ability to travel frequently and work evenings/weekends
  • No sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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