Professional and Community Programs Coordinator

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07/15/2026Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationNoRegularDay Shift (United States of America)NoUniversity of Arkansas at Little Rock

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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Corporate and Community Education of Job Duties:The Professional and Community Programs Coordinator is responsible for the growth and coordination of the universitys continuing education and community programs educational portfolios. This role serves as the primary liaison for a team of adjunct instructors and leads the operational lifecycle of public-facing coursesfrom initial concept to certificate issuance. The Coordinator ensures that all programming aligns with the universitys mission of community engagement while meeting departmental revenue and growth targets. This role operates with high autonomy coordinating the full lifecycle of programs from market research to certificate issuance. This is a 12-month grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of annual grant funding.

• The formal education equivalent of a bachelors degree in Education Communications Business or a related field;
• At least two (2) years of experience in program coordination project management event planning or educational administration.

• Masters degree in Education Communications Business or a related field;
• Experience managing a diverse roster of adjunct or contract instructors;
• Familiarity with non-credit registration systems (e.g. Modern Campus) and digital credentialing (e.g. Accredible);
• Experience in curriculum development or instructional design for adult learners;
• Experience developing industry-aligned training programs (e.g. PMP HR technical certifications).

• Identify develop and launch a diverse catalog of community and continuing education courses that meet local market demand;
• Lead the New Course intake process ensuring all courses and programs are vetted for quality pricing and resource alignment;
• Monitor program performance and enrollment trends making data-driven recommendations to the Director to scale or sunset specific offerings.

• Recruit onboard and support a roster of adjunct instructors serving as their primary point of contact for instructional contracts;
• Coordinate instructor contracts and payroll documentation in collaboration with the Administrative Analyst;
• Conduct regular quality check-ins and performance evaluations for instructors to ensure high standards of student experience.

• Manage the lifecycle of course listings within Modern Campus Lifelong Learning including schedule building and content descriptions;
• Oversee the issuance of digital certificates and badges via Accredible for all community-based programs;
• Coordinate all logistical needs for in-person and hybrid courses including room reservations materials refreshments and onsite support.

• Represent the CCE department at community events and networking functions to promote the universitys lifelong learning and continuing education brand;
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional strategies for courses;
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple course timelines simultaneously;
• Ability to work with high autonomy and make independent decisions regarding instructor scheduling and program logistics;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset for students and community partners;
• Proficient in digital platforms and a quick learner of new software (Modern Campus/Accredible);
• Ability to translate workforce and community needs into actionable revenue-generating educational programs;
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Additional Information:

$68000Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) ResumeProof of Veteran StatusNick Stevens Director of Corporate and Community Education

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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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.

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. 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.

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