The Coordinator of WF Education works under the supervision of the Chairperson for the Division of Community Education.  Responsibilities will include working with business and industry to assist in determining training needs and then planning, designing, and implementing training programs; working  with the Department of Workforce Education and other entities to provide services to local business and industries: recruiting, selecting, supervising, and evaluating instructors and facilitators of business and industry training classes; researching, writing, and coordinating grants related to workforce initiatives;  plus other duties as assigned.  Requires an evening and weekend work schedule.

Qualifications include a master’s degree in community development, industrial relations, business or a related field, plus two years of experience in planning and implementing higher education programs.  Applicant must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide-range of stakeholders. 

Interested applicants should submit a resume, State of AR application, college transcripts, and three professional references to the address below. 

Review of applications will begin on September 13, 2010, and will continue until the positions are filled.  Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of the basic requirements upon approval of the Chancellor.

The Counselor/Career Specialist works under the supervision of the Vice Chancellor for Student Services and provides strategic direction in the area of career counseling while also working cooperatively with other UACCM counselors to deliver all services provided by the department of Counseling Services.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  provides confidential personal counseling, administers career planning inventories, plans and implements campus job fairs, provides job placement assistance, and plans and implements initiatives to improve resume writing, interview techniques, and other job readiness skills.

Successful candidates must have a commitment to working cooperatively with other campus personnel and a willingness to contribute to student success through delivery of quality customer service. 

Minimum qualifications: the formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree (required) (master’s degree preferred) in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, education, or a related field; plus one year of employment experience in higher education.  Licensed or license eligible in Arkansas as a Professional Counselor (LPC) is desirable. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Applicants should submit a state of Arkansas application form, cover letter, resume, unofficial copies of transcripts, and a list of at least three professional references. Review of applications will begin on September 10, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.

The Career Pathways Curriculum Coordinator works under the direction of the CPI Director.  Duties include the following: coordinating support services to Career Pathways eligible students, including testing, career assessment and counseling, and referral to other campus services and agencies as required; developing and organizing a mandatory student orientation; working closely with social service agencies and community and faith based organizations to identify and enroll TEA and serve TEA clients; and performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in an educational, communications or business field or related; master’s degree preferred.  This position will be available immediately. 

Applications should submit a state of Arkansas application form, cover letter, resume, unofficial copies of college transcripts, and a list of at least three professional references.  Review of applications will begin on August 30, 2010, and continue until the position is filled.

Applications are now being accepted for Nursing Program Director for the Arkansas Rural Nursing Education Consortium (ARNEC) LPN/LPTN to RN nursing program.  ARNEC is a consortium of eight Arkansas community colleges:  ASU-Newport, Black River Technical College, Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas, Ozarka College, South Arkansas Community College, University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, University of Arkansas Community College at Hope, and Rich Mountain Community College. The Nursing Program Director will work closely with the RN coordinator at each of the eight sites and will be responsible for curriculum, promotion of the program, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the consortium. This is a twelve-month position.  Travel will be required.  Requirements include an MSN degree with experience in ADN program. Leadership in NLN accreditation efforts a plus. Salary in the $60,000 range but based upon qualifications and experience.  Application deadline: Wednesday, July 21, 2010. 

Primary permanent office location will be at one of the eight consortium schools.

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, vitae, unofficial copies of college transcripts, and a list of three professional references to:

Ms. Lilly Bell-Johnson
Human Resources Director
Cossatot Community College of University of Arkansas
P.O. Box 960
DeQueen, AR 71832

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton is interested in increasing its recruiting of part-time faculty. Opportunities for part-time faculty may include day, evening, and online courses. The college accepts applications on an on-going basis to build its base of available adjunct instructors.

UACCM offers general education, college-transfer programs and degrees in technical and occupational program areas. Teaching opportunities include English, mathematics, biological and physical sciences, art, music, history, geography, psychology, sociology, American government, speech and education. Opportunities in the technical areas include business, practical nursing, and registered nursing.

Minimum requirements: For college-transfer courses, master’s degree in teaching field or master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in teaching field. Previous teaching experience is highly desirable.

Interested applicants should submit letter of application, resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of at least three professional references. The resume should include the names of immediate supervisors in previous positions. Applications are kept on file for one year. from the date they were received. Individuals are encouraged to resubmit updated info annually.