Student Development Specialist Community College Liaison

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The 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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Required Experience Education and Expertise

• Baccalaureate Degree;
• Two years experience in a college setting;
• Evidence of strong oral listening and written communication skills;
• Evidence of skills and ability to utilize technology;
• Experience working in a team environment.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Experience in academic advising and/or transfer knowledge;
• Workday or ERP equivalent experience preferred.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish strong and collaborative partnerships with central Arkansas CC advisors and administrators (UAPTC NPC ASUB SEARK UACCM ASU Three Rivers (Formerly COTO);
• Establish strong and collaborative partnerships with UA Little Rock Admissions Financial Aid and Scholarships and College Advising centers;
• Lead CC student workshops to help students learn about the transfer process and resources available;
• Collaborate with campus partners to assist with the onboarding process;
• Acquire/maintain expert knowledge of UA Little Rock admission standards advising procedures and degree requirements;
• Acquire/maintain general knowledge of scholarship opportunities and financial aid guidelines to best inform transfer students;
• Assist with 22 transfer agreement maintenance;
• Coordinate with transfer recruiter and admissions event coordinator for college visits and transfer recruitment events providing presentations as needed;
• Working knowledge of institutional requirements and deadlines;
• Support Transfer Specialists and TCA staff as needed or directed;
• Provide relevant information to Associate Reg/Registrar to improve transfer processes making suggestions as needed;
• Assist with Transfer Equivalency Guide as needed or as directed by Associate Registrar for Transfer Student Services;
• Perform other duties as assigned;

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide excellent customer service consistently and professionally to all internal and external constituents;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include nights weekends and holidays and working on theUALRmain campus;
• Knowledge of UALRs undergraduate admissions standards and academic advising procedures;
• Ability to work under deadlines in a diverse and dynamic/changing environment;
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team;
• Ability to learn quickly UALRs student information system and willingness to learn new university technologies;
• Ability to work with diverse students in a nonjudgmental manner;
• Knowledge of computers and software including Microsoft Word Excel and Access;
• Effective interpersonal communication writing and organizational ability;
• Must possess a valid drivers license with the ability to drive a motor vehicle.

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

The 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.

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.

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