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Type of Position:
Clerical
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
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 Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and 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 Access Initiative
Department's Website:
https://multicultural.uark.edu/
Summary of Job Duties:
The College Access Initiative Mentor (ACT Academy Mentor) will work in conjunction with the professional staff of the College Access Initiative and the Multicultural Center to facilitate programs with high school students during residential summer programs and academic year activities.
ACT Academy is a 4 day, 3 night program that invites students to tackle the ACT test and answer questions regarding college admissions, academics, and campus life. Students will get to work on test-taking skills, learn about the many exciting opportunities the University of Arkansas offers, stay in a residence hall and experience campus life.
Mentors will build rapport with high school participants that may continue in a structured fashion beyond the summer programs. You will be responsible for: helping groups of students navigate campus and getting them to all program events and activities; supervising small and large groups; facilitating small group discussions and activities; ensuring safety and fostering a sense of belonging for all participants.
Mentors will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, team building, group facilitation, and develop an understanding of risk management.
ACT Academy Mentors are residential positions with housing and meals provided for the duration of the program, and around-the-clock responsibility during program dates.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
Students must be in good academic standing with University
Must live in residential hall during program dates
Must adhere to all University policies regarding minors and Housing Conference Services
Be available to work: June 4-June 10, 2022 and/or July 10-July 14, 2022
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong ability to assist/advise prospective U of A students
Strong communication, mentoring, problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this position
Additional Information:
Graduate students subject to background checks.
Salary Information:
Period Activity Pay $600 for each week of ACT Academy
Required Documents to Apply:
Availability to Work and/or Class Schedule, Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Pamela Faulkenberry-Fowlkes, East Arkansas College Access Coordinator, [email protected]
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:
Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
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 and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.
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.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing
Benefits Eligible:
No