Job Description

Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Clerical

No

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

No

Institution Name:

Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (UA Cossatot) began in DeQueen, Arkansas in 1975 as an Arkansas Vocational-Technical School, designed to provide relevant workforce training for four counties in southwest Arkansas. Fast forward to now where UA Cossatot has four vibrant campuses and over 1500 students learning in a variety of for-credit disciplines plus a host of area industry employees sharpening their skills through our workforce training programs. UA Cossatot prides itself on a safe work environment, where all employees undergo rigorous background checks and are welcomed to the college with an abundance of hands-on orientations to their positions. UA Cossatot also embraces Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) where everything we do is measured and analyzed to ensure we are giving students the very best we have to offer. CQI involves all employees and completes a cycle that starts with the strategic plan and ends with an Institutional Effectiveness Evaluation. It's okay to brag a little when you work for UA Cossatot!Cossatot Community College of the University o Arkansas is an NCA-accredited two-year institution affiliated with the University of Arkansas System with Campuses in De Queen, Nashville, Ashdown, and Lockesburg Arkansas. The Colleges designated service area includes Sevier, Little River, Howard and Pike counties.     

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Department:

Educational Resource Center

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

This position works under the supervision of the Director of Educational Resources and is responsible for providing academic support to students and assisting with ERC operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Providing tutoring and assistance to UA Cossatot students (in all academic courses)
• Developing tutoring materials and strategies to support student needs
• Working closely with faculty to ensure tutoring meets academic need and quality
• Participation in ERC training sessions and staff meetings
• Understanding how to use the library circulation system and textbook inventory management software
• Maintaining records regarding tutoring services as directed by supervisor

Qualifications:

• The successful completion of at least 20 college credit hours with a strong GPA in coursework
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and its programs, particularly Microsoft Word
• Proficient in the MLA style of writing, grammar skills, and technical/computer skills
• Must be punctual, adaptable to a fast-paced work environment and able to multi-task efficiently
• Excellent communication skills, and conduct oneself in a professional and efficient manner
• Must be able to maintain student confidentiality
• Must be friendly and outgoing
• Some travel between campuses is required
• Available to work up to 25 hours per week during academic semesters in the evenings

Additional Information:

All applications must include a cover letter, an updated resume, and copy of transcripts. Applications received without the required documents will be incomplete and will not be considered for the position.

$11 per hour; up to 25 hours per week

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Kelly Plunk, Director of Human Resources, (870) 584-1104 or kplunk@cccua.edu

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, Sex Offender Registry

Cossatot Community College of 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 is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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 applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

No

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