Education Coordinator (Jonesboro, AR)

University of Arkansas System • Jonesboro, AR

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About The Position

Join UAMS NorthEast Regional Campus as an Education Coordinator and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare education. This dynamic position focuses on developing and delivering cutting-edge, longitudinal education programs that inspire and empower the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Health Sciences, Communications, or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience coordinating education programs.
• Valid driver’s license.
• An effective form of telecommunication
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration abilities.
• Experience in preparing educational materials and coordinating events.
• Ability to travel and utilize virtual learning technology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience in developing and coordinating educational programs and activities, recruiting, mentoring, and advising students, managing pipeline initiatives to enhance representation and success of underrepresented groups in health professions education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver innovative education programs aligned with UAMS’ mission.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to coordinate efforts, events, and calendars.
• Engage students through hands-on activities and provide ongoing support throughout their health career journey.
• Facilitate recruitment into programs like AHEC Scholars and the Honors Program for Rural & Urban Underserved Medicine.
• Collect and track data to document program success and outcomes.
• Maintain ongoing contact with students and ensure proper documentation and data tracking according to UAMS and grant requirements.
• Track and maintain budget expenses in accordance with grant objectives and program guidelines.
• Prepare progress reports detailing program/activity/event progress, participant engagement, SWOT analysis, and budget spending.
• Interact with and assist the public in a professional and friendly manner.
• Collaborate with central leadership to meet ongoing goals and objectives of current and future grant initiatives.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees