College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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College access outreach
Student mentoring
Academic retention programming
** The University of Arkansas is seeking an Academic Outreach Specialist for its College Access Initiative, focusing on enhancing college readiness and support for high school students. The role involves designing workshops, mentoring, and facilitating academic programs while requiring travel and evening/weekend availability. **

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts by designing and facilitating workshops for high school students, supporters, and educators.
  • 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 and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking an Academic Outreach Specialist for its College Access Initiative, focusing on enhancing college readiness and support for high school students. The role involves designing workshops, mentoring, and facilitating academic programs while requiring travel and evening/weekend availability. **

Salary

Base: $43,923; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College access outreach
  • Student mentoring
  • Academic retention programming
  • Facilitating co-curricular programming
  • Presentations to diverse audiences
  • Develop college readiness curricula

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or Multilingual
  • Drive to improve college access
  • Responsive programming
  • Advocacy for communities
  • Build rapport with students and partners

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years relevant experience
  • Experience with 7th-12th grade audiences
  • Understanding of educational challenges

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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