Project​/Program Specialist

* Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
* At least two (2) years of experience working with low-income, first-generation, or underrepresented youth in an academic or counseling setting.
* Demonstrated knowledge of secondary and post-secondary academic requirements, financial aid processes, and student support best practices,
* Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and summer residential programming as required.
* Master's degree in Education, Counseling, or related discipline.
* Previous experience working in federally funded TRIO program (Upward Bound, Talent Search, or similar)
* Proficiency with student date management systems (Blumen, Student Access or equivalent).
* Provide individual and group academic advising to program participants regarding course selection, high school graduation requirements, and college readiness benchmarks.
* Monitor student grades, attendance, and progress reports to identify academic or behavioral concerns.
* Develop and implement intervention plans for students at risk of academic failure.
* Maintain accurate student records in accordance with TRIO, EDGAR, and institutional compliance requirements.
* Organize college tours, career exploration events, and standardized test preparation (ACT, SAT, etc.).
* Guide students through the college application and financial aid process (FAFSA, scholarships, essays, and letters of recommendation).
* Facilitate workshops on study skills, time management, leadership, and professional etiquette.
* Support the development of Individual Success Plans for each participant.
* Contribute to the completion of the Annual Performance Report (APR) and ensure data integrity for all assigned participants.
* Assist with recruitment, eligibility screening, and documentation of new participants.
* Maintain compliance with U.S. Department of Education TRIO Upward Bound regulations (34 CFR Part 645) and institutional policies.
* Support program publicity, communication, and community outreach initiatives.

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 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…