Education Specialist

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana (UACCHT) is a proud member of the University of Arkansas System. The University of Arkansas System is comprised of land-grant research institutions, a teaching hospital, five community colleges, two schools of law, a presidential school, a residential math and science high school, and an online university, as well as divisions of agriculture, archaeology and criminal justice. These entities exhibit unmatched economic and social impact across the state by providing numerous academic and professional opportunities. Below you will find the details for the position currently available at UACCHT including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please submit a request via Email to: Kathryn.Hopkins@uaht.edu or by phone at (870) 722-8164 or (870) 722-8297. Applicants are required to submit a separate request for each position in which they have applied.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at Kathryn.Hopkins@uaht.edu or by phone at (870) 722-8164 or (870) 722-8297.

1. A Bachelor Degree is required and a Master's Degree is preferred.

2. Degrees and studies in education, administration, counseling, college student personnel services, or a related field is required.

3. A minimum of one year of experience in higher education with direct work experience with disadvantaged and diverse student populations;

4. Experience in planning and executing developmental programs. Strong written and oral communication skills.

5. Background similar to students served or experience in dealing with disadvantaged students

6. Experience in counseling, testing/assessment preferred.

7. Experience or knowledge of scheduling classes, monitoring transcripts, and degree planning.

Additional Information:

Special Requirements Some evening hours and work extended hours during special events Transport participants to the four year campuses, workshops, and conferences. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Database software

Provide personal payment for National Fair Share, and State and Regional memberships dues

Plan, supervise and attend TRIO Day.

Recruitment Contact Information:

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

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana (UACCHT) 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, sex offender registry check, and drug screen. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check and/or a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check. 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, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). 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 applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.