Project/Program Specialist

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Closing Date:

04/25/2025

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationNo

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University 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 8,900 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 Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Talent Search

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 low-income, potential first-generation secondary students in completing high school and pursuing higher education. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock invites applications for a full-time, 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:

• Bachelor’s degree

• A valid driver’s 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 school-aged 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, mid-year, 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 follow-up 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 in-state 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 user-friendly 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 in-state and work outside normal office hours, including evenings and weekends

Additional Information:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

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. 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 University's 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: