Education Specialist (provisional)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, United States
$45,000 py
On-site
Valid driver's license and personal vehicle
Travel within target area
Develop and deliver presentations
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Education Specialist for a provisional position within the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center, aimed at assisting low-income adults in gaining access to postsecondary education. The role involves providing advising, career exploration, and support for college admissions and financial aid applications

Job Summary

  • The Education Specialist implements a postsecondary access strategy for eligible adults and travels within the target area to provide services such as advising, career exploration, study skills, exposure to college campuses, college admissions, and financial aid application assistance.
  • This position is grant-funded and contingent upon annual federal appropriations, serving as a 12-month full-time provisional role in the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center Northeast Program.
  • The role requires a Bachelor's degree, a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle for travel, and the ability to work outside normal office hours, including evenings and weekends.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Education Specialist for a provisional position within the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center, aimed at assisting low-income adults in gaining access to postsecondary education. The role involves providing advising, career exploration, and support for college admissions and financial aid applications.

Salary

$45,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid driver's license and personal vehicle
  • Travel within target area
  • Develop and deliver presentations
  • Coordinate community outreach events
  • Assist with postsecondary applications
  • Maintain student records database

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with TRIO programs
  • Experience with adult learners
  • Ability to relate to diverse populations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and databases
  • Knowledge of social media platforms

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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