College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College access outreach
Student mentoring
Academic retention programming
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, and financial aid literacy

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, and financial aid literacy.
  • This position involves professional mentoring and academic coaching of current UA students, as well as supporting student success and cultural programming on campus.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops on college planning, admissions, and financial aid literacy.

Salary

Base: $43,923; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College access outreach
  • Student mentoring
  • Academic retention programming
  • Facilitating co-curricular programming
  • College readiness curricula development

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or Multilingual
  • Drive to improve college access
  • Responsive programming
  • Advocacy for communities
  • Equitable participation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Two or more years of relevant experience
  • Experience with 7th-12th grade audiences
  • Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

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

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