Associate Director

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks an Associate Director to run daily operations of the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program and develop long-range planning. You’ll mentor students and collaborate with campus units to address academic and non-academic needs.

Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment, admissions, orientation, advising, and alumni engagement, as well as housing and study abroad guidance, under state and federal guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required.
• One year of professional experience in higher education.
• Experience with honors or other high achieving students preferred.
• Experience with interdisciplinary education preferred.
• A terminal graduate degree, such as a PhD or MFA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a one-credit professionalization and final project colloquium.
• Act as the liaison to the alumni board in event planning and alumni engagement.
• Oversee students’ final project procedures.
• Maintain a database on Scholars’ status and progress through the program.
• Work with Housing to coordinate housing for Scholars living in designated Donagaghey floors of residence halls.
• Provide guidance and oversight to students regarding study abroad.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Public speaking

Problem solving

Social media

Education

Master’s Degree

Experience: 1 year higher education

Terminal degree (PhD or MFA)

Job description

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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

Department:

Donaghey Scholars Program - Provisional Positions

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.

Summary of Job Duties:

The Associate Director works with the Director in running the daily operations of the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program and establishing longer-range planning. This involves working closely with students, faculty, alumni, and a range of academic and non‑academic units across campus. In the small community of Donaghey Scholars, the associate director serves as a mentor and resource for the students. Assist students by partnering with other campus units, such as Financial Aid, Housing, and Student Accounts to solve non‑academic issues. Work with Director and units across campus, work in recruitment, admissions, student orientation, and advising. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience

• Master’s Degree
• One year of professional experience working in higher education

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Experience with honors or other high achieving students
• Experience with interdisciplinary education
• A terminal graduate degree, such as a PhD or MFA

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach a one-credit professionalization and final project colloquium
• Act as the liaison to the alumni board in event planning and alumni engagement
• Oversee students’ final project procedures
• Maintain a database on Scholars’ status and progress through the program
• Work with Housing to coordinate housing for Scholars living in designated Donaghey floors of residence halls
• Provide guidance and oversight to students regarding study abroad

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to act independently and as part of a team
• Ability to identify and evaluate problems, and devise solutions
• Comfortable with making presentations and engaging with the public
• Comfortable with social media and conventional office technology and software

Salary Information:

$60,015

Required Documents to Apply:

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

Recruitment Contact Information:

Simon Hawkins, Director of Donaghey Scholars Honors Program, [e-mail]

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

• Criminal Background 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:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Standing

Occasional Physical Activity:

Driving, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes