College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College readiness workshop facilitation
Academic mentoring and coaching
Program planning for academic summer programs
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, ACT preparation, and opportunities at the University of Arkansas through workshops and program facilitation
Job Summary
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, ACT preparation, and opportunities at the University of Arkansas through workshops and program facilitation.
This position offers a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance contributions, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program options with university contributions.
The role requires frequent overnight travel across the state/region and some evening and weekend work to support student success and cultural programming.
Matching Summary
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, ACT preparation, and opportunities at the University of Arkansas through workshops and program facilitation.
Salary
Base: $43,923; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
college readiness workshop facilitation
academic mentoring and coaching
program planning for academic summer programs
travel to regional communities
presentation skills for diverse audiences
knowledge of college admissions processes
Nice-to-have
bilingual or multilingual abilities
experience with underrepresented student populations
collaborative work with diverse stakeholders
ability to foster equitable participation
experience in community outreach
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
Minimum two years relevant experience
Experience facilitating educational programming for grades 7-12
Understanding challenges in secondary and higher education
No sponsorship available
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States