Director - STEM Outreach

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of STEM Career Outreach is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing STEM outreach events and recruitment initiatives designed to attract students to all STEM degree programs within the Donaghey College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (DCSTEM). This position is governed by state and federal laws and university policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or related field
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, MARQ, and Workday
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver's license
Ability to travel both within Arkansas and out of state as required
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a STEM discipline or a related field
Two years of experience working with students in a STEM environment
Two years of experience with student success programs
Four years of experience in student success and/or student retention programs or initiatives

Responsibilities

Plan, manage, and oversee all STEM outreach programs and events, including scheduling, promotion, student recruitment and selection, volunteer recruitment, and procurement of materials
Collaborate with the Dean's Office to order required materials and assist with budget management
Work with the Development Office to identify funding opportunities and secure support for outreach and recruitment activities
Coordinate and lead STEM summer camps within the college
Maintain and update the college's STEM outreach website as needed
Coordinate and manage in-state and out-of-state recruitment efforts by: Scheduling and attending college fairs; Participating in career days at middle and high schools; Managing STEM outreach events and programs; and Coordinating campus visits for prospective students and school groups.
Attend strategically selected college fairs and recruitment events to promote DCSTEM programs
Assist with the development, implementation, and management of STEM bridge programs
Create and provide content for STEM-related social media platforms to support outreach, recruitment, and undergraduate student engagement
Collaborate with external partners and community organizations to coordinate outreach events and programs
Collect, analyze, and report data and statistics related to DCSTEM recruitment and outreach activities
Assist in developing new outreach and recruitment initiatives to improve program effectiveness and increase student enrollment
Develop and enhance recruitment materials and promotional programs for all DCSTEM academic programs
Partner with Arkansas school districts to increase and diversify the pool of qualified STEM applicants
Collaborate with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Communications and Marketing Office to identify and procure innovative promotional materials for prospective students and their families while maintaining an adequate inventory of recruitment materials
Perform other duties as assigned