Agricultural & Applied Economics Association-posted 3 months ago
Fayetteville, AR

The Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences invites applications for an Agribusiness Online Programs Coordinator in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. The Program Coordinator will support the growth, visibility, and student success of the online program. This position reports directly to the Director of Online Programs in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. This position carries a 12-month appointment.

  • Provide leadership in recruitment and outreach for the Agribusiness Online Programs.
  • Develop and execute strategies to grow enrollment.
  • Represent the program at career fairs, conferences, and community events.
  • Build partnerships with community colleges, agricultural organizations, and industry partners.
  • Collect and analyze program data to identify recruitment trends and best practices.
  • Prepare reports for program and college leadership.
  • Contribute to efforts to expand the program's national reputation and reach.
  • Serve as liaison with internal and external stakeholders, including prospective students, faculty, alumni, and industry professionals.
  • Develop marketing materials and communications that promote the Agribusiness Online Programs.
  • Design and distribute print and digital content.
  • Coordinate social media outreach and maintain program webpages.
  • Develop campaigns to highlight program strengths, alumni success stories, and workforce relevance.
  • Assist prospective and current online students with navigating degree requirements and selecting courses.
  • Advise online students and support degree audits.
  • Coordinate with academic advisors and monitor student enrollment patterns.
  • Develop procedures and resources to help students succeed in an online environment.
  • Provide mentoring to support academic and professional development.
  • Connect students with campus and college resources.
  • Support events that build community and engagement for online students, alumni, and external partners.
  • Provide administrative support for program operations, including fiscal documentation and scheduling.
  • Take on new responsibilities as needed to meet emerging opportunities and challenges.
  • Undergraduate degree in higher education, agricultural economics, agribusiness, business administration, communications, or a related field, conferred by the start of employment.
  • Demonstrated experience in student services, academic advising, recruitment, program coordination, or related higher education functions.
  • Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), web conferencing platforms, and project management or organizational tools.
  • Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
  • Demonstrated organizational leadership experience, particularly in higher education or student success initiatives.
  • Familiarity with online program development, distance education, or supporting students in virtual learning environments.
  • Experience in building partnerships with external stakeholders such as community colleges, agricultural organizations, or industry representatives.
  • Knowledge of the Agricultural Business Program at the University of Arkansas or similar programs in agricultural economics/agribusiness.
  • Master's degree in higher education, agricultural economics, agribusiness, business administration, communications, or a related field.
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