Education Coordinator

Summary of Job Duties

The Education Coordinator plays a central role in creating an engaging and supportive environment for students in the College of Pharmacy (COP). Through planning student events, encouraging community involvement, and promoting the COP's identity, this role builds strong connections with students, student organizations, alumni, and stakeholders to enhance the student experience and support professional development. As the primary liaison between the Office of Student Services (OSS) and professional student organizations, the position involves upholding institutional policies, supporting organization activities, managing budgets, fostering collaboration, and coordinating events that strengthen student engagement and career growth. By translating responsibilities into clear action plans and regularly assessing student needs, the Education Coordinator helps students succeed academically, supports their wellbeing, and fosters a sense of belonging within the COP community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field PLUS three (3) years of experience in event planning, event coordination, and/or project management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong event-planning, project-coordination, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to stay organized and work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field PLUS two (2 ) years of administrative, event planning, event coordination, and/or project management experience.
• Intermediate-level computer proficiency and the ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Experience with Workday, SurveyMonkey, and REDCap.
• Knowledge of UAMS policies and practices.

Additional Information

Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between the Office of Student Services and student organizations.
Ensure student activities comply with university policies.
Review requests for meetings, events, speakers, fundraising activities, and promotional materials.
Maintain student organization records, calendars, handbooks, and annual reports.
Share information about events, scholarships, employment, and professional development opportunities.
Promote College of Pharmacy activities and accomplishments through newsletters, social media, and the website.
Plan and coordinate student events, ceremonies, orientations, interviews, career fairs, and other activities.
Manage the Student Ambassador Program.
Coordinate alumni networking and mentorship opportunities.
Maintain and distribute student rosters and class information.
Track and report student absences.
Coordinate student wellness and community-building activities.
Maintain and share student resources.
Respond to student questions and connect students with appropriate services.
Protect confidential student information.
Collect and analyze feedback to improve student programs and activities.
Maintain Office of Student Services data and databases.
Schedule and coordinate team meetings.
Supervise three student workers.
Provide professional customer service and maintain positive working relationships.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Salary Information

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

Resume

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

Recruitment Contact Information

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site . Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification).

The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

Maintain physical activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity

Hearing, Kneeling

Occasional Physical Activity

Crouching