Educational Outreach Specialist

97765BR

Off-Campus: Scottsdale

Educational Outreach Specialis

Job Description

EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.

We’re seeking an Educational Outreach Specialist to support our Enrollment Center. This role will provide expertise in developing and facilitating outreach related strategies to educate and prepare students for enrollment and success at ASU across all campuses designed. Strategies may include classroom presentations, workshops, and tabling events both at an ASU campus or school/community sites.

Essential Duties :

• Assist with the development of specific methodology, workshops, communication, and materials unique to Outreach programs, strategies and audiences. 
• Coordinate and manage requests for Outreach services and materials to schools and other partners. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other members of Outreach and K-12 schools, the community, community colleges, ASU students, faculty, and staff to effectively implement strategies. 
• Consult with staff, students and others to provide technical advice, problem solving assistance, answer to questions and program goals and policy interpretation. 
• Coordinate and/or monitor the effectiveness of related Outreach activities; work with supervisor and other Outreach staff to make recommendations for improvement. 
• Conduct and assist with preparation of related program evaluation activities. Participate in the development of action plans to direct and guide Outreach strategies and activities. 
• Develop and deliver related workshops, conferences, and seminars. 
• Resolve issues relating to program development and implementation through verbal and written communication. 
• Review research data and other literature and makes interpretations for application to related program, project, or initiative. 
• May assist in developing performance indicators, and accountability reports for new programs. 
• Work collaboratively with Outreach team to further department goals.
• Represent Outreach and serve on various department and university committees. 
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND two (2) years of related experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications :

• Evidence of a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Enrollment Coach or Admissions Counselor experience preferred.
• Flexibility in schedule that may include some weekend work or travel.
• Experience in presenting in front of small and large groups.
• Ability to create presentation materials required for various audiences.

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. Click here to explore options.

• Healthcare
• Financial Security
• Retirement
• Family Resources
• Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)

Job Family

Education Outreach

Department Name

EdPlus Enrollment Center

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$42,419 - $65,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

04-January-2024

Essential Duties

Please see above.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND two (2) years of related experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

Please see above.

Working Environment

EdPlus at ASU is located at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.

Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting or standing. Daily use of desktop or laptop computer is required. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.

EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy.

Department Statement

EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the university charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.
EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in everything we do. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by the diversity of our employees. Our innovative culture drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, feeling a sense of urgency, and being bold.

EdPlus at ASU

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Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

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This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume and cover letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.