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Student Outreach and Education Specialist

Starshopper, Fayetteville, AR, United States


Closing Date: 05/11/2026

Type of Position:
Staff - Clerical

Workstudy Position:
No

Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Sponsorship Available:
No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Department:
EO Outreach and Education

Summary of Job Duties:
The Student Outreach and Education Specialist supports Equal Opportunity, Compliance, and Title IX (OEOC) in advancing campus education, awareness, and prevention initiatives. This role assists with student‑focused outreach efforts related to Title IX, equal opportunity, and other civil‑rights compliance areas. The position provides hands‑on experience in program development, peer engagement, and campus‑wide awareness efforts that promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive university environment. This role is a 12‑month, part‑time student position with a 20‑hour per week schedule that may work nights occasionally as needed.

Support Student‑Focused Outreach and Education

Planning and facilitating student outreach programs, including workshops, tabling events, residence hall presentations, and student organization engagement

Support peer education initiatives and interactive learning activities

Assist with Compliance and Prevention Programming

Prepare materials and presentations related to Title IX, equal opportunity, ADA accommodations, and related topics

Provide logistical support during trainings and educational sessions

Support Awareness Campaigns and Events

Assist in planning and executing campus campaigns (e.g., Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Teal Tuesday, Respect@Work)

Develop outreach materials such as flyers, social media content, and digital messaging

Collaborate with Campus Partners

Engage with student organizations and campus departments to promote OEOC initiatives

Serve as a peer resource to help increase awareness of rights, resources, and reporting options

Data Tracking and Administrative Support

Assist with tracking attendance and participation in programs and events

Support data entry, survey collection, and basic reporting for outreach efforts

General Support

Perform other duties as assigned in support of OEOC outreach, training, and prevention efforts

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:

Currently enrolled student at the University of Arkansas

Must have junior status or higher

Strong written communication skills

Interest in civil rights, Title IX, equal opportunity, or compliance‑related work

Experience with Microsoft Office, Teams, or design tools for outreach materials

Eligible Fields of Study (aligned with educational focus areas), Education, Communication, Public Administration, Higher Education, Human Resources, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate student in human resources, higher education, counseling, public administration, public policy, or a related discipline

Prior involvement in student organizations, peer education, or campus programming

Experience with event planning, outreach, or campus engagement activities

Experience with design and event planning tools for outreach programming

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Comfort engaging with peers in educational or outreach settings

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive topics appropriately

Ability to work effectively with students across a broad range of backgrounds and experiences

Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks

Familiarity with Microsoft Office and/or basic design tools (e.g., Canva)

Additional Information:
Graduate students are subject to background checks.

Salary Information:
$15.00

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume

Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:
recruiting@uark.edu

Pre‑employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

Benefits Eligible:
No

Benefits Package:
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.

EEO and Diversity Statement:
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu): Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.

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 equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. 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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