College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Base: $43,923 (commensurate with education + exper...
College readiness workshop facilitation
Student mentoring and academic coaching
Program planning for academic outreach
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports the college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts of the College Access Initiative 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 and the Division of Student Affairs.
  • This position involves designing and facilitating workshops for high school students, supporters, and educators on college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, ACT preparation, and opportunities at the University of Arkansas.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Base: $43,923 (commensurate with education and experience); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College readiness workshop facilitation
  • Student mentoring and academic coaching
  • Program planning for academic outreach
  • Travel for outreach events
  • Presentation skills for diverse audiences

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities
  • Experience with underrepresented student populations
  • Ability to build rapport with community partners
  • Knowledge of college admissions and financial aid
  • Experience with college recruiting

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
  • No sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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