Program Coordinator

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Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, 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.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Minimum:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in educational, nonprofit, community-based, or related settings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to travel throughout Arkansas as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, arts, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• Experience working with K-12 schools, educators, or educational service cooperatives.
• Experience coordinating educational programs, professional development, workshops, or events.
• Familiarity with arts integration, arts education, or creative approaches to teaching and learning.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with schools, community organizations, or other partners.
• Experience providing logistical, administrative, or on-site support for programs and events.

Skills:

• Proficiency with digital communication, document management, and productivity tools, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and shared file systems such as Google Workspace.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records, organize information, and manage program-related documentation.
• Ability to plan and coordinate meetings, workshops, and other program activities.

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The University of Arkansas 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 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.

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.