I3R Education & Empowerment Coordinator
University of Arkansas
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University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded 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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Executive Director I3R
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ABOUT THE INSTITUTE FOR INTEGRATIVE & INNOVATIVE RESEARCH (I³R): Established through a transformative gift from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation, the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I3R) at the University of Arkansas pioneers solutions to wicked problems through convergence research across academic, industry, government, and non-profit sectors to make a positive societal impact by creating and deploying innovations at scale.
You will have the opportunity to collaborate with purpose-driven coworkers in one of the fastest-growing and most naturally beautiful regions in the U.S. You will join a growing team of visionary researchers and thought leaders dedicated to working with a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem to deliver innovative solutions. I³R is committed to building a diverse, collaborative, and inclusive team and cultivating a welcoming atmosphere where all opinions are valued, all voices are heard, and ideas become reality.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking an Education and Empowerment Coordinator to lead specialized education and empowerment engagement programs. Reporting to the I3R Executive Administrator, this role involves resource provision, program facilitation, and relationship-building within the institution and the wider community. Collaborating with stakeholders, the coordinator advocates for student education and empowerment, and supports the design and delivery of programming to promote learning, development, and community engagement.
The Education and Empowerment Coordinator within I3R serves a pivotal role in fostering lasting impact by engaging with diverse communities and establishing initiatives for undergraduate research and workforce training. By empowering individuals through education, skill development, and community engagement, the coordinator strives to expand impact from local to global levels. With a comprehensive approach spanning K-12 education to workforce development, this role ensures meaningful and sustainable impact, fostering success across diverse demographic groups and educational settings.
We are seeking someone with excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively on interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the capacity to work independently and collaboratively. A professional demeanor and the ability to establish effective working relationships are crucial in building trust and influence to accomplish work within a setting that includes a wide array of individuals, groups, policies, and processes.
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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Proficient in all Microsoft Suite Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
Experience working with diverse communities and understanding of their unique needs and challenges
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement educational programs or initiatives
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a Higher Education setting
Experience developing and implementing student engagement programs
Experience working with diverse student populations
Experience with the Workday system
Experience in project management and program coordination
Familiarity with workforce training programs and industry standards
Experience working in community engagement or outreach roles
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of current trends and issues in higher education and student affairs
Knowledge of research methodologies and practices, particularly in undergraduate settings
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Skilled in effective community engagement and relationship building
Skilled in collaboration with diverse stakeholders
Skilled in adaptability in complex environments
Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Passion for community impact
Additional Information:
This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.
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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.
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Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe 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 inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.
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