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Type of Position:
Professional Staff Project/Program Administration
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
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Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.
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Department:
Talent Search
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Summary of Job Duties:
The TRIO Talent Search Program is a federally funded grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Education. It is designed to support lowincome potential firstgeneration secondary students in completing high school and pursuing higher education. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock invites applications for a fulltime provisional position within the TRIO Talent Search Program.This role is responsible for implementing strategies to enhance postsecondary access for eligible high school students. Key responsibilities include maintaining program administration records facilitating tutoring and test preparation and assisting with the accomplishment of newly revised competitive preference priorities (CPPs). This position operates under state and federal regulations as well as institutional policies.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
Bachelors degree
A valid drivers license and a personal vehicle are required for travel
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
One 1 year of experience working with TRIO or similar populations
Experience working with high schoolaged persons; knowledge of educational career and personal development strategies
Experience in working with disadvantaged populations; experience overcoming barriers similar to target populations
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Identify and select eligible participants
Assess and document students academic secondary and postsecondary needs
Develop workshops conduct school visits and deliver presentations
Assist and coordinate and conduct college visit trips including overnight trips
Assist students and parents with postsecondary admission and financial aid applications
Maintain database of student records and provide data entry
Attain program objectives for assigned target area/school
Prepare monthly midyear and annual reports
Manage procurement travel and personnel records for the program
Assist with program implementation of new revised competitive preference priorities (CPPs) and objectives
Track and disseminate followup data to all former program participants
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work outside normal office hours including evenings and weekends
Frequent instate travel is required; use of a personal car for travel with mileage reimbursement
Proficiency in website software and operations WordPress Microsoft Office Suite Google Suite Blackboard and social media platforms
Ability to utilize technology social media and database systems
Strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to program participants
Ability to present ideas in userfriendly language to staff and students
Ability to prepare and present oral and written information and reports
Knowledge of campus academic programs and postsecondary student personnel services
Experience working in outreach/supportive services and delivering presentations related to student success
Must have the ability to frequently travel instate and work outside normal office hours including evenings and weekends
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Motor Vehicle Reports Check Sex Offender Registry Substance Abuse TestingThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock 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 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 Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion Sitting Talking Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Balancing Driving Feeling Grasping Hearing Lifting Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Reaching Repetitive Motion Sitting Standing
Occasional Physical Activity:
Balancing Kneeling Lifting
Benefits Eligible:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
