2025 A-Week Team Lead Two Open Positions
2025 A-Week Team Lead Two Open Positions
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Type of Position:
Staff Clerical
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
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Institution Name:
University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy worklife balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 of employee salary.
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Department:
New Student Programs
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Summary of Job Duties:
As an AWeek Team Lead you will provide leadership and support to AWeek Leaders and support the Transition Programs and Initiatives (TPAI) professional staff to execute all activities for AWeek. This includes facilitating AWeek Leader engagement prior to AWeek lead programming for firstgen students help lead AWeek Leader training and provide input in planning and development of AWeek programming. Aid in facilitating the objectives and smallgroup activities as it relates to the AWeek fall transition initiatives. AWeek Team Leads are required to attend designated daily topicspecific programs and be available for their assigned group of AWeek mentors each day during AWeek. AWeek Team Leads support the learning outcomes and goals of the Office of Transition Programs and InitiativesRegular reliable and nondisruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Be a current University of Arkansas Undergraduate Student
Must have served previously as an AWeek Leader
Applicants must have completed at least one 1 full semester at the University of Arkansas Fayetteville (minimum 12 credit hours)
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.25 at the time of application and at the end of the spring semester. No student may apply for or hold a TPAI leadership position while on academic or disciplinary probation
Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have leadership skills and experiences
Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Leadership Skills: Serve as a role model for incoming students. Leadership skills are crucial for guiding freshmen through their transition to university life
Communication Skills: Effective communication is essential. You need to be able to convey information clearly listen actively to students concerns and provide constructive feedback
Empathy and Patience: Empathy and patience are essential qualities for understanding struggles and providing support
Academic Excellence: As an AWeek Team Lead you should have a strong academic background in your field of study. This knowledge will help you assist freshmen with academic inquiries and provide guidance on resources that lead to academic success
Time Management: Youll need to prioritize tasks and allocate time efficiently to fulfill your duties as a leader
Adaptability: Each student you mentor will have unique needs and challenges. Being adaptable allows you to tailor your approach to meeting individual student requirements effectively
Conflict Resolution Skills: At times you may encounter conflicts or disagreements among others. Having the ability to mediate conflicts and find mutually acceptable solutions is essential for maintaining a positive and supportive mentorship environment
Knowledge of University Resources: Familiarize yourself with the various support services and resources available on campus such as academic advising counseling services and extracurricular opportunities. This knowledge will enable you to direct freshmen to the appropriate resources when needed
Ethical Conduct: Maintain professionalism and integrity in your interactions with students and other members of the campus community
Commitment to Personal Growth: Finally demonstrate a commitment to your own personal and professional development. Reflect on your experiences as a leader seek feedback from others and continually strive to improve your skills and effectiveness in supporting other students
Additional Information:
Graduate students are subjected to background checks.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Director Transition Programs & Initiatives
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Lifting Sitting Standing Talking Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing Sitting Standing Talking Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching Lifting Pulling Pushing
Benefits Eligible:
NoEmployment Type
Part-Time
