Youth Programs 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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Associate Director IFAI
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Summary of Job Duties:
The University of Arkansas Youth Programs Coordinator is a member of the School of Law, Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) team. The position is responsible for the development, execution, and management of youth programs and activities targeting Indigenous youth ages 18 to 24 including the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative Native Youth Summit held annually each summer. The Youth Programs Coordinator will oversee programs for youth emphasizing development in agriculture, policy work, business development, economic enterprise, and Indigenous food systems in compliance with the rules regulations policies and procedures of the University. The Youth Programs Coordinator will collaboratively evaluate program effectiveness recommend changes and implement management decisions. The position will require the maintenance of relevant curriculum in line with community standards and overseas short and long term planning including but not limited to the Native Youth Summit coordination with partner organizations recruiting selection and acting as a liaison between youth, IFAI and external stakeholders. The Youth Programs Coordinator will work with youth, tribal governments, intertribal organizations, and collaboratively with colleagues at IFAI and throughout the campus.This position reports to and is evaluated by the Next Generation Program Director. This position involves some travel long distances by air or vehicle on behalf of IFAI for various events and requires representation of IFAI and the University of Arkansas in public and private settings.
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.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in agriculture leadership, secondary education, Native American studies, or equivalent from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience working with Native American populations or youth populations
First Aid and CPR certification or ability to become First Aid and CPR certified
Experience in event programming and coordination
Preferred Qualifications:
At least two years or more experience working with Native American populations or youth populations
Experience working with Native American youth ages 18 to 24
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of MS office applications including word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
Good interpersonal and public speaking skills
Patience and flexibility while working in a dynamic environment
Ability to utilize critical thinking skills to find solutions to issues facing Native youth
Ability to speak effectively one on one in small groups or in large groups across a variety of formats including in person settings and virtual presentations
Ability to complete University training on the use of golf carts on campus
Ability to work effectively and enthusiastically with youth, their parents and family, community and tribal partners, and the IFAI team
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
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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.
