Career Coaches Positions
Job Summary: While the services of the identified College and Career Coaches will be available to any Arkansan, the College and Career Coaches will specifically target those youth and adults who are most in need of career planning. One of the specific targets will be youth from low-income backgrounds (TANF or TANF eligible families). College and Career Coaches will identify these students while they are in high school and encourage them to aspire to postsecondary education, workforce training and/or apprenticeships as the means to a career that will afford economic self-sufficiency. Adults who will be specifically targeted will include Career Pathways participants, TANF and TANF eligible adults, and adults who are unemployed or who face job loss if they cannot acquire the skills to transition from one career to another.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities may include some of the following:
- Providing early outreach to low-income students and their parents with information about the importance of postsecondary education, as well as accurate information on how to prepare, apply, and pay for it.
- Providing interest inventories and skills assessments to assist individuals in making informed career decisions.
- Facilitating the development of individual career plans and portfolios.
- Assisting students with enrolling in education or training programs.
- Providing information on careers, career pathways, and educational requirements. Providing opportunities for job shadowing, mentoring, internships, visits to business and industry, and other career awareness activities.
- Providing or connecting low-income students to support services that will ease the transition to postsecondary education.
- Providing information on how to earn the General Educational Development (GED) credential.
- Providing information on how to earn a Workforce Alliance for Growth in the Economy (WAGE) certificate.
- Connecting educationally disadvantaged youth and adults to "bridge programs" that teach basic academic skills in the context of training for advancement to better jobs and postsecondary education.
- Connecting students to academic enrichment activities such as study groups, tutoring, and workshops on study skill
- Connecting high school students to early college programs, Advanced Placement classes, and academic and career and technical education (CTE) and concurrent-credit enrollment.
- Providing a continuum of career guidance to ease the transition of students from middle school to high school to postsecondary education or training and ultimately to the workplace.
- Other duties may be assigned, which relate to the mission and goals of the Arkansas Works program.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree. Experience in higher education or a public school environment is preferred.
- Must be highly motivated and able to work with minimal direct supervision. Excellent computer skills with a strong background in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing and in public presentation settings.
- Background check is required.
Arkansas Northeastern College (5 Positions serving Armorel, Blytheville, Buffalo Island, Gosnell, Manilla, Osceola, And Southern Mississippi County)
Contact: Sherri Bennett, Vice President for Advancement
870-838-2945
sbennett@smail.anc.edu
Arkansas State University - Newport (4 Positions serving East Poinsett, Harrisburg, Jackson County, Marked Tree, McCrory, Newport, Trumann, and Weiner)
Contact: Mary Robertson, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
870-512-7812
mrobertson@asun.edu
East Arkansas Community College (4 Positions serving Augusta, Brinkley, Forrest City, Hughes, Lee County, and Palestine/Wheatley)
Contact: Catherine Coleman, Vice President for Student Affairs
870-633-4480
ccoleman@eacc.edu
Mid-South Community College (6 Positions serving Earle, Marion, Turrell, and West Memphis)
Contact: Jeremy Reece, Director of Admissions
870-733-6786
jreece@midsouthcc.edu
North Arkansas College (2 Positions serving Deer/Mt.Judea, Jasper, Ozark Mountain, and Searcy County)
Contact: Dr. Gwen Gresham, Vice President of Learning
870-391-3316
gweng@northark.edu
Ozarka College (2 Positions serving Highland, Mountain View, and Twin Rivers)
Contact: Ron Helm, Vice President for Student Services
870-368-2027
rhelm@ozarka.edu
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (3 Positions serving Barton/Lexa, Clarendon, Dumas, Helena/West Helena, and Marvell)
Contact: Rhonda St. Columbia, Vice Chancellor for Advancement
870-816-1130
rhonda@pccua.edu
South Arkansas Community College (2 Positions serving Dermott, Hermitage, Lakeside, and Warren)
Contact: Dr. Val Cantu, Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs
870-864-7155
vcantu@southark.edu
Southern Arkansas University Tech (3 Positions serving Bearden, Camden, Harmony Grove, and Stephens)
Contact: Robert Gunnels
870-574-4541
rgunnels@sautech.edu
Southeast Arkansas College (7 Positions serving Dollarway, McGehee, Pine Bluff, Watson Chapel, and White Hall)
Contact: Karla Harper, Vice President for Student Affairs
870-543-5903
kharper@seark.edu
University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (1 Position serving Cave City)
Contact: Gayle Cooper, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration
870-612-2121
Gayle.cooper@uaccb.edu
University of Arkansas Community College at Hope (4 Positions serving Blevins, Bradley, Hope, Lafayette, Nevada, Prescott, and Spring Hill)
Contact: Bobby James, Vice Chancellor for Student Services
870-722-8227
Bobby.james@uacch.edu
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Dean of Business and Technology
South Arkansas Community College is accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month Dean of Business and Technology. Reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Dean's position directs activities related to Secondary Technical Career Center, Trade and Industry Programs, Information and Business Technology Programs as well as faculty and staff within the programs.
Qualifications: Master's Degree required ,doctorate preferred, and at least three years of management and supervisory experience in a community college; eighteen semester hours credit in an applicable discipline, teaching experience in higher education (community college or university level),demonstrated skill in curriculum development, program evaluation, planning and budgeting; ability to maintain a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
Annual Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience with excellent benefits package.
To Apply: Interested candidates may apply by sending a completed SouthArk application, transcripts, resume', reference list and detailed cover letter (not to exceed three pages) which specifically address the above qualifications to the SouthArk Human Resources Office, P. O. Box 7010, El Dorado, Arkansas 71730, telephone (870) 862-8131 ext. 149. Applications and additional information about the position are available online at www.southark.edu.
For more information about living and working in the El Dorado area visit: www.eldoark.com or www.goeldorado.com.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
AA/EOE
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Director of Human Resources
Rich Mountain Community College announces the opening for Director of Human Resources.
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor Degree in HR Management or equivalent area; minimum three years experience in HRM or equivalent, with working knowledge of policies and procedures directly related to employee benefits and human resources.
Preferred qualifications include PHR/SPHR Certification and experience or background in an academic/higher education setting.
Visit http://www.rmcc.edu/jobopenings.htm for complete application requirements and full position description, or contact
Brenda Gillogly
Vice President of Administration
479.394.7622 x1500
bgillogly@rmcc.edu
www.rmcc.edu
Review of applications continues until position is filled. Salary is commensurate with experience.
RMCC is an equal opportunity employer.
Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. AA/DFW
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Director of Institutional Research
The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville is seeking a Director of Institutional Research. The Director of Institutional Research conducts statistical and analytical studies that support the academic and administrative functions of the college. The director compiles and interprets information for enrollment analysis, assessment, planning and budgeting; prepares internal and external reports; assists in providing campus users and the public with timely access to data and information; and serves as liaison to a variety of campus groups. The director reports to the Vice Chancellor for Research Planning and Assessment.
Specific duties include: coordinate the collection and submission of IPEDS data; coordinate the administration of CCSSE and other similar surveys; report data back to campus groups; compile data to support grant applications; provide data to support reports to accrediting agencies; submit data to comply with ADHE/legislative requests; review practices and measures of institutional effectiveness and goals; assist with collection and reporting of assessment data; responsible for compiling data for the UACCB fact book and the division's data pages; and complete on-going and ad hoc data requests.
Qualifications: master's preferred, bachelor's required in math/statistics, education, business or social science; minimum of 3 years experience in higher education, preferably in institutional research; strong analytical ability and experience with interpreting statistics; advanced computing skills, especially with databases, spreadsheets, queries and statistical software; experience with Datatel preferred; ability to work independently, attend to multiple projects simultaneously, deliver accurate results and meet deadlines; and ability to work in a collaborative environment and interact effectively with different college constituencies.
To apply: Applicants should submit a State of Arkansas Employment application; letter of application (cover letter); resume; college transcripts (unofficial are acceptable for the interview process); and names, addresses, e-mail addresses and phone numbers of three references to: Alexa Smith, personnel officer; University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; P.O. Box 3350; Batesville, AR 72503-3350. The search committee will begin formal review of candidate applications on December 10, 2009. Applications received after December 10, 2009 may not receive full consideration by the committee; however, the committee reserves the right to consider applications until an appointment is made. UACCB is an equal opportunity employer.
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Division Chair of Community Education
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton
The Division Chair of Community Education works under the supervision of the Vice Chancellor for Instruction. The Division Chair is responsible for coordinating the activities of the Division which include: working with business and industry to assist in determining training needs; implementing a schedule of non-credit community education courses each term; recruiting, supervising, and evaluating instructors and facilitators of business and industry training classes. The Division Chair will also supervise the Career Pathways Program and the Adult Education component of the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, plus perform other duties as assigned by the Vice Chancellor for Instruction This is a twelve month position and will require an evening work schedule.
Qualifications include a master's degree in community education, industrial relations, business or a related field, plus two years of experience in higher education; supervisory experience; and experience in planning and implementing courses for the community and workforce. Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of the basic requirements upon approval of the Chancellor. The position will be available January 4, 2010.
Review of applicants will begin on November 30th and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and unofficial copies of college transcripts to:
UACCM
Judy Shamsie, Director of HR
1537 University Boulevard
Morrilton, AR 72110
http://www.uaccm.edu/Employment/Openings.htm
UACCM is an EOE.
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LPN to RN Instructors
The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville seeks two full-time medical-surgical
instructors for the LPN to RN Associate Degree Nursing Program. The positions are for full-time classroom and
clinical instruction in the traditional classroom program and/or online program. Primary responsibilities for
each position include preparing lecture and exams, presenting lecture content in the classroom as well as online,
instructing at clinical sites and other related duties as assigned by program coordinator and Division Chair.
Qualifications: master's degree in nursing preferred, unencumbered Arkansas RN license, teaching experience
preferred, proficient computer skills.
To Apply: Applicants should submit a letter of application (cover
letter), copies of all college transcripts, résumé/curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three
professional references to:
Alexa Smith, Personnel Officer
P.O. Box 3350
Batesville, AR 72503-3350
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
UACCB is an equal opportunity employer.
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Online LPN to RN Instructor and Coordinator
The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville seeks a full-time nursing instructor
and coordinator for the Online LPN to RN Associate Degree Nursing Program. Incumbent will be responsible for
developing and implementing the Online LPN to RN curriculum, supervising and coordinating clinical sites, developing
a faculty base for online teaching, and other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications: master's degree in nursing preferred, unencumbered Arkansas RN license, teaching experience
preferred
To Apply: Applicants should submit a letter of application (cover
letter), copies of all college transcripts, résumé/curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three
professional references to:
Alexa Smith, Personnel Officer
P.O. Box 3350
Batesville, AR 72503-3350
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
UACCB is an equal opportunity employer.
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RMCC - Adult Education Instructor
The Adult Education Instructor, acting under the direction of the Adult Education Coordinator, instructs assigned adult education classes. The Instructor also administers intake testing, evaluates student performance, and provides instruction based on student needs to complete the required course of instruction. The instructor is based out of Mount Ida and will instruct classes in Montgomery and Pike County .
Visit http://www.rmcc.edu/jobopenings.htm for complete application requirements and position description or contact
Brenda Gillogly - VP Adm.
bgillogly@rmcc.edu
479-394-7622 x 1500
www.rmcc.edu
Formal review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
RMCC is an equal opportunity employer.
Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. AA/DFW
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RMCC - Developmental Specialist Instructor
The Developmental Specialist Instructor, a full time faculty position at RMCC, acting under the direction of Vice President for Academic Affairs and designated division chair, ensures excellence in teaching and learning by providing high quality, relevant, and valued instruction.
Min. qualifications are bachelor's w/specialization in reading, language arts, spec ed, adult ed. or closely related. Master's preferred in one of the above.
Visit http://www.rmcc.edu/jobopenings.htm for complete application requirements and full position description, or contact
Brenda Gillogly - VP Adm.
bgillogly@rmcc.edu
479-394-7622 x 1500
www.rmcc.edu
Formal review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
RMCC is an equal opportunity employer.
Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. AA/DFW
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RMCC - Humanities Instructor
The Humanities Instructor, a full time faculty position at RMCC, acting under the direction of Vice President for Academic Affairs and designated division chair, ensures excellence in teaching and learning by providing high quality, relevant, and valued instruction.
Minimum qualifications include master's degree with 18 graduate credit hours in humanities. Position begins with 2010-2011 academic year.
Visit http://www.rmcc.edu/jobopenings.htm for complete application requirements and full position description, or contact
Brenda Gillogly - VP Adm.
bgillogly@rmcc.edu
479-394-7622 x 1500
www.rmcc.edu
Formal review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
RMCC is an equal opportunity employer.
Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. AA/DFW
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Vice President of Student Services
South Arkansas Community College is accepting applications for Vice President of Student Services who can provide leadership and oversight of programs designed to promote student success and to create a student-centered atmosphere.
Under the direction of the College President, the Vice President of Student Services serves on the President's Leadership Council and maintains regular communication between the Council and the divisions and departments relating to Student Services. The Vice President of Student Services is responsible for providing campus-wide leadership, supervision, guidance, and direction for student services including enrollment management, recruitment, retention, TRIO services, learning center, counseling, advising, college transition, and staff within the divisions and departments.
The College and the Community: Formed from the merger in 1992 of the El Dorado Branch of Southern Arkansas University and Oil Belt Technical College, SouthArk combines a strong commitment to workforce development, a primary emphasis at Oil Belt since its inception in 1967, with a history of academic excellence, the primary mission of SAU-EB since its formation in 1975. During its seventeen years as a comprehensive community college, SouthArk has demonstrated vitality, versatility, and the same kind of community spirit that makes El Dorado, its hometown, one of the most progressive cities in the state. El Dorado's economy is based on a variety of industries; a large medical center with a well-qualified staff of physicians; an award-winning, revitalized downtown; a history of supporting the arts through the South Arkansas Symphony and the South Arkansas Arts Center; and a strong spirit of volunteerism as demonstrated in a high level of community involvement in a variety of service and special interests clubs.
Qualifications: A masters degree is required, doctorate from an accredited university is strongly preferred, at least five years of senior-level administrative experience and a distinguished record of administration and community college student services experience; competence in planning and budgeting; a commitment to quality student-centered service; schedule will require some evenings and weekends.
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience plus excellent benefits.
Application Process: Interested candidates may apply by sending a completed SouthArk application, transcripts, resume', reference list and detailed cover letter (not to exceed three pages) which specifically address the above qualifications to the SouthArk Human Resources Office, P. O. Box 7010, El Dorado, Arkansas 71730, telephone (870) 862-8131 ext. 149. Applications and additional information about the position are available online at www.southark.edu.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For more information about living and working in the El Dorado area visit: www.eldoark.com, www.goeldorado.com.
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