Assistant Director for Student Success and Leadership Development

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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 Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelors degree;

• Proficiency in Google Workspace University Work systems such as Workday and/or similarly related software;

• Strong organizational facilitation and communication skills.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• At least 2 years of experience in student development leadership programming or campus life;

• Masters Degree.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leadership Program Development (20%)

• Design and implement leadership development programs including workshops retreats speaker series and leadership certificate tracks for undergraduate and graduate students.

• Student Organization Advising (10%)

• Advise select student organizations and student leaders providing support with planning goal setting conflict resolution and leadership skill-building.

• Campus Collaboration (15%)

• Partner with departments Student Government Academic Colleges Registered Student Organizations and within the Division of Student Affairs to integrate leadership development across campus initiatives.

• Event Planning and Facilitation (10%)

• Coordinate logistics and facilitation for key leadership events including student leader training and recognition ceremonies.

• Assessment & Evaluation (10%)

• Develop assessment tools and use data to evaluate program outcomes identify areas for improvement and prepare reports to measure impact.

• Recruitment and Outreach (10%)

• Promote leadership opportunities through outreach social media and presentations; actively engage students from diverse backgrounds.

• Supervision and Mentorship (15%)

• May supervise student workers interns or graduate assistants who support leadership development programming.

• Budget Management (5%)

• Assist with managing program budgets and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.

• Institution Service (5%)

• Serve as a resource and on university committees as assigned;

• Assist the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs as needed;

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of computers and software applications;

• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices;

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;

• Ability to analyze financial records and prepare reports;

• Ability to plan organize and direct the work of others;

• Ability to research related work program information;

• Ability to self-initiate project tasks after accepting an assignment under general supervision is essential;

• Have a positive and inviting attitude when working with others;

• Experience working with diverse student populations in a college/university setting;

• Knowledge of leadership theory and student development models (e.g. Social Change Model Emotionally Intelligent Leadership).

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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 non-discriminatory 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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