Coordinator of Recruitment, Outreach, and Summer Programs

UNKNOWN; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking a Coordinator of Recruitment, Outreach, and Summer Programs within the College of Engineering. The role focuses on introducing prospective students and community partners to engineering programs and activities.

The incumbent coordinates events, communicates effectively, and travels to engage partners. A bachelor’s degree and relevant experience are required; Microsoft Office proficiency and strong organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience in student recruitment, outreach, or summer camps.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in higher education, event planning or program development is a plus.
• Experience supervising, training, or mentoring student staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement recruitment outreach and summer program initiatives.
• Organize recruitment events and communications for prospective students and community partners.
• Travel to develop and maintain partner relationships and execute programs.
• Train and supervise student staff representing the College.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Teamwork

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Closing Date

09/08/2026

Type of Position

Recruitment and Admissions

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department

College of Engineering Assistant Director of Recruitment, Outreach, and Summer Programs

Department's Website

https://engineering.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties

Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Enrollment Management, the Coordinator of Recruitment, Outreach, and Summer Programs coordinates and implements initiatives that introduce prospective students and community partners to the College of Engineering. The position organizes recruitment events and communications, supports engineering outreach assists in [BH1.1]the operational planning and delivery of summer programs, and recruits, trains, and coordinates [BH2.1]student staff who represent the College.
The coordinator serves as a visible representative of the College and works closely with University admissions personnel, faculty and department leaders, school counselors, community partners, prospective students, families, and student employees. The role requires responsive communication, detailed event and program management, and the flexibility to travel and work outside regular business hours when programs and recruitment activities require it.
Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
This position requires travel in order to develop and maintain partner relationships and execute programs and events.
Workload will shift during peak recruitment, outreach, and summer-program periods.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience in student recruitment, outreach, or summer camps
• Valid driver’s license

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in higher education, event planning, program development and implementation, or a related field
• Experience working with STEM students or programs
• Experience supervising, training, or mentoring student employees or seasonal staff

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient skills with the Microsoft Office suite
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills: written, verbal, listening, public speaking and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work alone and in a team setting
• Ability to analyze financial records and prepare reports

Additional Information

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary Information

$46,383.00

Required Documents to Apply

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

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Teresa Simpson, Associate Director for Enrollment Management, [e-mail]

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

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

The University of Arkansas 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 seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

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

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes