College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College access outreach
Workshop facilitation skills
Academic mentoring and coaching
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college readiness and recruitment efforts by designing and facilitating workshops and academic programs for high school and university students

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college readiness and recruitment efforts by designing and facilitating workshops and academic programs for high school and university students.
  • 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 with university contributions.
  • This position requires frequent overnight travel across the state and region, as well as some evening and weekend work, and emphasizes creating equitable participation environments and collaborative relationships.

Matching Summary

The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college readiness and recruitment efforts by designing and facilitating workshops and academic programs for high school and university students.

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 access outreach
  • Workshop facilitation skills
  • Academic mentoring and coaching
  • Program planning and facilitation
  • Ability to travel frequently
  • Strong verbal and written communication

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities
  • Experience with underrepresented students
  • Knowledge of college admissions processes
  • Ability to build rapport with diverse groups
  • Experience with academic retention programming

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • At least two years relevant experience
  • Experience facilitating educational programs 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

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