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Director of Vocational Counseling

University of Arkansas System
UAM | McGehee Campus, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Nov 2024

About the role

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Closing Date:


Type of Position:

Management - Student Affairs


Workstudy Position:

No


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Monticello

UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master’s degree programs.

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Department:

College of Technology-McGehee


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

The Director of Vocational Counseling (Counselor) is an essential member of the Student Services and UAM College of Technology-McGehee team. The Counselor is responsible for a host of critical student support services, including but not limited to the entire recruitment and enrollment cycle, mental health services, intrusive academic support, student activities, and other student retention initiatives.


Qualifications:

A master's degree in counseling is required with a minimum of five years counseling experience in education; counseling licensure is highly preferred. Experience and knowledge of higher education/student success policies and practices is also highly preferred. Must have exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Candidate must be able to work collaboratively with students, staff, faculty, educational partners, and external agencies and organizations. Must have proficient computer skills, good organizational skills, the ability to pay careful attention to policy details, and must be able to work a flexible schedule to provide evening services.


Additional Information:


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Mr. Bob Ware, Vice Chancellor, UAM College of Technology-McGehee, P.O. Box 747, McGehee, AR 71654, Phone (870) 222-5360, or email wareb@uamont.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.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor

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