Director - STEM Outreach

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Type of Position:

Researchers

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

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:

Chemistry

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Director of STEM Career Outreach is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing STEM outreach events and recruitment initiatives designed to attract students to all STEM degree programs within the Donaghey College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (DCSTEM). This position is governed by state and federal laws and university policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or related field.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master's degree in a STEM discipline or a related field;
• Two years of experience working with students in a STEM environment;
• Two years of experience with student success programs; or
• Four years of experience in student success and/or student retention programs or initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and oversee all STEM outreach programs and events, including scheduling, promotion, student recruitment and selection, volunteer recruitment, and procurement of materials;
• Collaborate with the Dean's Office to order required materials and assist with budget management;
• Work with the Development Office to identify funding opportunities and secure support for outreach and recruitment activities;
• Coordinate and lead STEM summer camps within the college;
• Maintain and update the college's STEM outreach website as needed;
• Coordinate and manage in-state and out-of-state recruitment efforts by:
  • Scheduling and attending college fairs;
  • Participating in career days at middle and high schools;
  • Managing STEM outreach events and programs; and
  • Coordinating campus visits for prospective students and school groups.
• Attend strategically selected college fairs and recruitment events to promote DCSTEM programs;
• Assist with the development, implementation, and management of STEM bridge programs;
• Create and provide content for STEM-related social media platforms to support outreach, recruitment, and undergraduate student engagement;
• Collaborate with external partners and community organizations to coordinate outreach events and programs;
• Collect, analyze, and report data and statistics related to DCSTEM recruitment and outreach activities;
• Assist in developing new outreach and recruitment initiatives to improve program effectiveness and increase student enrollment;
• Develop and enhance recruitment materials and promotional programs for all DCSTEM academic programs;
• Partner with Arkansas school districts to increase and diversify the pool of qualified STEM applicants;
• Collaborate with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Communications and Marketing Office to identify and procure innovative promotional materials for prospective students and their families while maintaining an adequate inventory of recruitment materials;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Strong organizational and project management skills;
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships and networks;
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, parents, teachers, counselors, business leaders, faculty, donors, and university administrators;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, MARQ, and Workday;
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver's license;
• Ability to travel both within Arkansas and out of state as required.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$51,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Anindya Ghosh
Associate Dean, Donaghey College of STEM
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

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 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, N/A, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, N/A, Standing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Driving, N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes