College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $43,923; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
College readiness workshop facilitation
Academic mentoring and coaching
Program planning and facilitation
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, and ACT preparation workshops for high school students and educators

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, and ACT preparation workshops for high school students and educators.
  • The position offers a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program contributions.
  • The University of Arkansas promotes a healthy work-life balance and a workplace culture that supports educational excellence and equal opportunity.

Matching Summary

The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist contributes to college planning, admissions, financial aid literacy, and ACT preparation workshops for high school students and educators.

Salary

Base: $43,923; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College readiness workshop facilitation
  • Academic mentoring and coaching
  • Program planning and facilitation
  • Travel to regional communities
  • Presentation skills to diverse audiences

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities
  • Experience with underrepresented student populations
  • Ability to foster equitable participation
  • Collaborative relationship building
  • Knowledge of college access challenges

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • Minimum two years relevant experience
  • Experience facilitating programming for grades 7-12
  • Understanding challenges in secondary and higher education
  • No workstudy eligibility required

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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