Associate Director of Military Student Success
Little Rock, AR 
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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:Military Student Success


Department's Website:

ualr.edu/militarySummary of Job Duties:The Associate Director of Military Student Success (MSS) is a 100% appointment who will report to the Director of Military Student Success. The Associate Director's primary responsibility will be to liaise with the Little Rock Air Force Base and Camp Robinson to promote the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and recruit new students.

With an emphasis on student recruitment and retention through academic engagement, the Associate Director is responsible for providing a holistic military student onboarding experience. This position will provide comprehensive guidance to military students. This person will coordinate with various UA Little Rock constituents, participate in recruitment and outreach initiatives, and collaborate with MSS staff to collect and report military student data. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.Qualifications:Required Education and/or Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree.

Preferred Experience
  • Veteran;

  • Two (2) years of experience coaching, counseling, and/or teaching college-level students;

  • One (1) year of professional experience in higher education program development;

  • Experience providing leadership to paraprofessionals through an academic program;

  • Experience working with diverse and at-risk student populations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Establish and maintain contacts with Little Rock Air Force Base and Camp Robinson personnel;

  • Develop, administer, implement, and assess recruitment models and activities;

  • Disseminate large amounts of information to various groups and entities;

  • Display and distribute specialized UA Little Rock marketing and advertising materials;

  • Interview and counsel individuals interested in becoming UA Little Rock students (Note: Must be familiar with all degree programs, campus services, cost, etc., and must be able to answer questions from potential students.);

  • Knowledgeable about UA Little Rock's undergraduate admission standards, national and UA Little Rock college placement test standards, advising procedures, and degree requirements;

  • Attend staff meetings, training sessions, conferences, and workshops to stay abreast of trends, new policies, and professional development, as needed;

  • Actively participate in departmental and UA Little Rock enrollment, outreach, and retention initiatives;

  • Collaborate with the Office of Admissions recruiting staff and admission specialists to ensure a smooth transition into UA Little Rock;

  • Utilize data to inform work and create reports as needed;

  • Responsible for performing reception and various office tasks, researching and preparing special reports, scheduling appointments for the Director, and ordering office supplies for the Office of MSS;

  • With an emphasis on student retention through academic engagement, the Associate Director is responsible for providing a holistic military student onboarding experience;

  • Provide comprehensive guidance to military students;

  • Coordinate with various UA Little Rock constituents, participate in recruitment and outreach initiatives, and collaborate with MSS staff to collect and report military student data;

  • Act as a backup School Certifying Official;

  • Familiar with the process for active-duty tuition assistance;

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrate an ability to adjust to change and be flexible;

  • Make mature, common-sense decisions based on current and/or available knowledge;

  • Display a fitting and approachable attitude and demeanor;

  • Communicate by effectively writing, listening, speaking, and interacting with all military students and UA Little Rock constituents while maintaining a high level of customer service;

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships in a non-judgmental manner with a diverse military student population, faculty, staff, and administrators;

  • Uphold professional, ethical standards that do not breach confidentiality and relationships with UA Little Rock constituents and military students;

  • Demonstrate ingenuity with the ability to invent and problem-solve; Periodically, work a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and holidays) and work outside of traditional office environments during campaigns, events, and peak seasons such as the beginning of the semesters;

  • Display ambition, assertiveness, confidence, and leadership;

  • Value a high degree of contact within the military student and learning environment;

  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of UA Little Rock and MSS;

  • Operate within the confines and complexity of all degree requirements and UA Little Rock college procedures, while fulfilling requests of assigned military student portfolios;

  • Work simultaneously with multiple military student demands and projects;

  • Demonstrate organizational and prioritization abilities in accomplishing tasks;

  • Properly represent UA Little Rock and MSS;

  • Respect the opinions and privacy of all military students and UA Little Rock constituents;

  • Work well independently, as a team member, in large group settings, and utilize common resources, personnel, and technology; accept direction and leadership from other staff members who may lead an initiative;

  • Effectively operate and utilize a computer, telephone, photocopier, fax, scanner, Internet, & Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Banner, Workday, etc.);

  • Work under and meet deadlines in a dynamic and changing environment;

  • Possess a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a motor vehicle;

  • Evidence of strong oral, listening, and written communication skills.


Additional Information:


Salary Information:

$35,568


Required Documents to Apply:

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


Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Blake McMillan
Director of Military Student Success
bmcmillan@ualr.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock 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 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.

Constant Physical Activity:Driving, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Climbing, Pushing, ReachingOccasional Physical Activity:Crouching, Kneeling, LiftingBenefits Eligible:Yes
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. 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.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2 years
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