| Location | Pine Bluff, AR |
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Type of Position:
Education
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.
For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students - a chance to advance.
The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.
You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master's degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.
Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.
Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.
As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same - to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
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Department:
School of Education
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Pillar 1: Integrated Student Supports
Coordinate health, mental health, and social services to remove barriers to learning.
Build and maintain partnerships with community agencies that provide counseling, trauma-informed
care, food assistance, housing support, and other critical wraparound services.
Work with UAMS STARLITE, Jefferson Regional Medical Center, and other providers to expand
telehealth, school-based clinics, and wellness programming.
Ensure services are culturally responsive, accessible, and aligned with student and family needs.
Collect and track data on service utilization and outcomes to measure impact.
Pillar 2: Expanded Learning Time & Opportunities
Coordinate after-school, weekend, and summer learning programs, including enrichment in
STEM, literacy, and arts.
Partner with Boys & Girls Club, UAPB, and local organizations to expand tutoring,
mentoring, and youth leadership opportunities.
Integrate UAPB students into service-learning roles to provide academic support and
mentoring.
Leverage Title I funds and community resources to increase access to expanded learning
opportunities.
Pillar 3: Family & Community Engagement
Establish and facilitate a School-Based Community Council that includes families, staff, students, and
partners.
Support and assist the Mobile Parent Resource Center, offering Wi-Fi, laptops, books, GED/job
readiness tools, and access to community agencies.
Support family engagement activities such as adult literacy workshops, financial education, and health
fairs.
Build family leadership capacity by ensuring parents and guardians are decision-makers in planning and
evaluation.
Strengthen partnerships with organizations such as 100 Families Jefferson County and United Way to
provide holistic family support.
Pillar 4: Collaborative Leadership & Practice
Collaborate with principals, teachers, and staff to embed the community schools'' model into everyday
practice.
Facilitate professional development for staff and partners on trauma-informed care, family engagement
and equity
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required (education, social work, public health, or related field). Master's preferred. At least two (2) years of experience in public schools, youth development, or community engagement. Knowledge of community school principles, whole-child strategies, and culturally responsive practices. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, build partnerships, and analyze data. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
$50,000.00
Required Documents to Apply:
Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position):
Recruitment Contact Information:
Sharron Williams, Employment Manager williamssm@uapb.edu 870-575-8403
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
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.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes