Program Technician - Leadership

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Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate and help manage the day-to-day operations of the Ag-tech Career Exploration (ACE) program and the Experiential Scholars Program (ESP).· Support recruitment, application processing,

Requirements Summary

Minimum Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Leadership, Education, Marketing, Public Relations, Agricultural Education, or a related field.

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Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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We are seeking a dynamic Program Technician with a focus on leadership to join our team. This position will primarily support the coordination, administration, and delivery of the Ag-tech Career Exploration (ACE) program and the Experiential Scholars Program (ESP), with additional support for other leadership-related initiatives within the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service. The Program Technician will assist with program planning, participant communication, logistics, records management, reporting, evaluation, and event support. A secondary component of the role will include marketing and communications support, such as social media, publications, and website updates for leadership programs.

Key Responsibilities:

· Coordinate and help manage the day-to-day operations of the Ag-tech Career Exploration (ACE) program and the Experiential Scholars Program (ESP).

· Support recruitment, application processing, participant communication, scheduling, and recordkeeping for ACE and ESP.

· Assist with planning and coordinating seminars, workshops, meetings, travel, and other program activities related to ACE, ESP, and other leadership programs.

· Prepare program materials, participant resources, correspondence, and reports for ACE and ESP activities.

· Track program participation, maintain program files and databases, and assist with required documentation and reporting.

Job Description:

· Prepare and administer program evaluations to assess effectiveness and gather participant feedback for ACE, ESP, and related leadership initiatives.

· Provide logistical and onsite support for seminars, meetings, student activities, and special events.

· Collaborate with team members, faculty, staff, and external partners to support overall program goals and participant success.

· Develop and implement marketing and communication strategies to support all leadership programs.

· Manage social media platforms, create engaging content, and monitor online presence for leadership-related programs.

· Design and produce publications such as newsletters, brochures, promotional materials, and reports.

· Update and maintain websites related to leadership programs, ensuring content accuracy and relevance.

Requirements

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· Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Leadership, Education, Marketing, Public Relations, Agricultural Education, or a related field.

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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. 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 application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

This position requires occasional evening or weekend work to support events or deadlines. Travel may be required for onsite event support, program activities, or meetings.

Commensurate with education and experience

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Lisa Davis, Program Associate - Leadership / Community, Professional, & Economic Development
Phone: (501) 671-2260
Email: ldavis@uada.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.

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