Project Program Specialist

Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, ARFull-time$45K/yrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation

$45K/yr

Location

Jonesboro, AR

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Project Program Specialist, working as an Academic Advisor in the CSM Smart Center, provides academic assistance and educational development for current and prospective students. The role includes planning pre-professional semester schedules, arranging shadowing experiences, answering program questions, advising students on degree requirements, and supporting recruitment and retention activities. The specialist works with university advising and student services teams and participates in campus programs and events.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTechnology ProficiencyTask ManagementPrioritizationDeadline ManagementAcademic AdvisingCareer PlanningPublic Speaking

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeEducational Setting ExperienceAdvising Experience

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Job Details

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date

Project Program Specialist

Working Title Academic Advisor

Position # A00364

Department CSM Smart Center

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Employment Status:

Full time (29-40 Hrs)

Type of Employment:

Staff

of openings:

Location:

ASU-Jonesboro

Proposed Salary Range:

$45,000.00

Closing:

10/15/26

Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

Provides academic assistance and educational development to promote student success for current and prospective students. This includes pre-professional semester schedule planning, scheduling of shadowing experiences, and answering questions about the program during advising or recruiting events.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Provides academic advising to students:
International Program requirements and advise accordingly
Monitor progress towards graduation dates
Schedules student advising meetings in a timely fashion
Facilitates changes of major, advising hold lifts, and advisor identification through internet Native Banner for all majors
Maintains accurate student records
Accurately advises students according to degree requirements
Communicate with the University Advising Center
Maintains good rapport with all student advisors
Recruits and promotes programs by participating in:
Area career and academic fairs
Ambassador Program
BCoSM Clubs
STEM Den – Living Learning Community (LLC)
Honors College Days
Assist with New Student Registration Days and Preview Days
Assist in retention efforts
Serve on appropriate campus advisory committees
Corresponds with all student services areas across campus and works fluidly with each department as needed in regards to the needs of student advisors
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Must possess good written and verbal communication skills

Proficient with technology

Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines

General Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Additional hours as requested and/or needed

Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date

Work with the Dean of Beck College of Sciences & Mathematics and the Dean of University College, as well as other individuals in the University Advising Center for training in areas of advising and retention efforts. Ability to work with target student populations in areas of academics and career planning. Must be comfortable speaking in small and large group settings

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with students in an educational setting, preferably in an advising capacity

Minimum Qualifications:

An earned Bachelor’s Degree

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