Education Specialist (provisional)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, United States
$45,000 py
On-site
Implement postsecondary access strategy
Travel within target area
Provide advising and career exploration
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Education Specialist for a provisional position within the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center Northeast Program. The role focuses on assisting low-income adults in completing secondary education and accessing postsecondary opportunities, requiring travel within the target area to provide advising and support

Job Summary

  • The Education Specialist implements a postsecondary access strategy for eligible adults, traveling within the target area to provide services such as advising, career exploration, and financial aid application assistance.
  • This position is grant-funded and contingent upon annual federal appropriations, requiring the development of workshops, community outreach, and detailed reporting.
  • The role requires a Bachelor's degree, a valid driver's license, and a personal vehicle for travel, with preferred experience in social services, student services, or counseling.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Education Specialist for a provisional position within the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center Northeast Program. The role focuses on assisting low-income adults in completing secondary education and accessing postsecondary opportunities, requiring travel within the target area to provide advising and support.

Salary

$45,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Implement postsecondary access strategy
  • Travel within target area
  • Provide advising and career exploration
  • Assist with college admissions and financial aid
  • Develop and deliver presentations
  • Coordinate community outreach events
  • Maintain student records database

Nice-to-have

  • Relate to program participants with sensitivity
  • Work effectively with diverse backgrounds
  • Manage multiple projects and deadlines
  • Work independently and as a team member

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Valid driver's license
  • Personal vehicle for travel

Work Rights

Not specified

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