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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Minimum Requirements

• A formal high school diploma.

Preferred Education and or Experience

• Significant secondary coursework in business or communications.

Job Duties

• Engage with prospective entrepreneurs to answer questions about starting a business and business planning;

• Utilize ASBTDC tools and resources to prepare pre-venture entrepreneurs to communicate their business ideas better;

• Support the day-to-day activities of customer intake and assist walk-in customers with small business questions;

• Contact event attendees by phone and email to determine if additional assistance is needed and answer questions;

• Contact event no-shows by phone and email to answer questions or provide assistance;

• Contact event registrants by phone before events to encourage attendance;

• Direct clients to the appropriate ASBTDC resources;

• Support organizational marketing activities;

• Confirm that eCenter signups have been contacted promptly;

• Document all activities per ASBTDC documentation procedures;

• Other duties as assigned in order to accomplish the goals and mission of the organization.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate extensively with business owners by telephone, zoom, and in person;

• Must adhere to the University System and ASBTDC Conflict of Interest standards;

• Must maintain confidentiality;

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills;

• Ability to follow detailed written instructions;

• Ability to work at the ASBTDC office 4-5 days a week 4-5 hours per day during business hours (8am to 5pm);

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information:

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

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.