College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College readiness workshop facilitation
Academic mentoring and 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.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.
  • This position requires frequent overnight travel to communities across the state/region and some on-campus night and weekend events.

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; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College readiness workshop facilitation
  • Academic mentoring and coaching
  • Program planning for academic outreach
  • Frequent overnight travel required
  • Presentation skills for diverse audiences
  • Workday application process

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities
  • Experience with underrepresented student advocacy
  • Knowledge of college entrance exams
  • Ability to foster equitable participation
  • Collaborative work with diverse stakeholders

Key Requirements

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