Program Assistant - Trio Stem

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $33,292.80; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Clerical support for educational programs
Student advocacy and campus liaison
Program activity coordination
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds.
  • The program assistant will serve as a student advocate and campus resource liaison, supporting the TRIO STEM program through clerical duties, student communications, and program activity coordination.
  • The university offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance contributions, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program options.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds.

Salary

Base: $33,292.80; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance contributions, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • clerical support for educational programs
  • student advocacy and campus liaison
  • program activity coordination
  • data entry and computerized tracking
  • academic enrichment workshop design
  • fiscal record maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • problem solving and critical thinking
  • excellent interpersonal communication
  • marketing materials development
  • teamwork and leadership skills
  • ability to model study/test-taking skills

Key Requirements

  • Associate’s degree or college equivalent
  • One year experience in an educational setting
  • Preference for three years educational experience
  • Preference for candidates overcoming similar barriers
  • Must be able to work day shift
  • Must pass background and screening checks

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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