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
Student academic mentoring and coaching
Program planning for academic summer programs
The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts for high school and university students

Job Summary

  • The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts for high school and university students.
  • The position offers a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement contributions.
  • The University of Arkansas promotes a healthy work-life balance and a workplace culture that fosters creativity, discovery, and innovation.

Matching Summary

The College Access Initiative Academic Outreach Specialist supports college readiness, recruitment, and retention efforts for high school and university students.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • College readiness workshop facilitation
  • Student academic mentoring and coaching
  • Program planning for academic summer programs
  • Travel to regional communities
  • Presentation skills for diverse audiences
  • Knowledge of college admissions processes

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities
  • Experience with underrepresented student populations
  • Ability to foster equitable participation
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Collaborative work with diverse stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • Minimum two years relevant experience
  • Experience facilitating co-curricular programming for grades 7-12
  • Understanding challenges in secondary and higher education
  • Ability to travel frequently and work some evenings/weekends
  • No sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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