College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
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, supporting student success and cultural programming, and requires frequent overnight travel and some evening/weekend events.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including university contributions to 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 planning and admissions
  • ACT preparation

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Two or more years of relevant experience
  • Experience with 7th-12th grade audiences
  • Demonstrated understanding of educational challenges

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

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