Workforce Partnerships Coordinator

Current University of Arkansas System employees including student employees and graduate assistants need to log in to Workday via then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs for Students.

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through My Draft Applications located on your Candidate Home page.

Closing Date:

11/04/2025

Type of Position:

Talent and Organizational DevelopmentNo

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Fayetteville

Founded 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 the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming 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 work-life 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.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations OEOC University of Arkansas () : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.

Department:

Global Campus PWD of Job Duties:The Workforce Partnerships Coordinator builds and maintains partnerships with state and regional employers workforce agencies and community organizations to identify and meet workforce training needs. This position promotes the University of Arkansas Global Campus Professional and Workforce Development (PWD) team by collaborating with employers to design and deliver customized workforce training and professional development solutions coordinating internal resources to deliver high-quality programming and supporting the financial viability and sustainability goals of the PWD team.

The Workforce Partnership Coordinator collaborates closely with marketing instructional design and finance partners through a matrixed team structure to ensure effective promotion program design and delivery of employer-based training. The Workforce Partnerships Coordinator represents the Global Campus at employer meetings workforce events and community forums serving as a liaison between external partners subject matter experts and the University.

This position reports to the Director of Professional and Workforce Development. Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others. This role is not eligible for remote work. The Workforce Partnerships Coordinator will work from the Global Campus location in Fayetteville AR when not engaged in outreach activities. Regular local and in-state travel is expected with occasional evening or weekend commitments.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least two years of experience in workforce development community engagement business development or a related field

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to develop and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• Three or more years of full-time experience in employer engagement workforce training or related professional services

• Project management experience

• Experience using customer relationship management (CRM) systems such as Slate or HubSpot

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of workforce development practices continuing education and employer training needs

• Ability to identify workforce needs and translate them into actionable training solutions

• Strong relationship building communication and presentation skills

• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies and to build solid professional networks and partnerships

• Understanding of cost recovery and program budgeting principles

Additional Information:

$56123 - $60000Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) ResumeProof of Veteran StatusNina Reich
HR Coordinator

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:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check Sex Offender Registry

The 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 non-discriminatory 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 equal 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 orientation or pregnancy. 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:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes