Director Leadership Development Jobs in Pea Ridge, AR

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06/20/2026
Type of Position:Student Activities and EngagementNo
Job Type:RegularNo
Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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Department:Student Involvement & Leadership
Summary of Job Duties:The Assistant Director for Leadership Development provides strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive leadership education and student involvement initiatives within Student Involvement and Leadership (SIL). This position advances a culture of leadership development by creating meaningful opportunities for students to build leadership capacity, strengthen interpersonal and professional skills, and engage actively within the campus community. Through supervision of leadership programs and staff, collaboration with campus partners, advising student leaders, and supporting campus-wide engagement initiatives, the Assistant Director fosters pathways for involvement that promote student success and transformational leadership experiences aligned with the Division of Student Affairs strategic priorities.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance, along with the ability to build and maintain collaborative, collegial working relationships, are essential to the role.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• Experience in event planning

• Experience planning and implementing programs and activities

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience developing and evaluating leadership and/or event programs

• Higher education experience in event planning and management

• Experience supervising undergraduate students in leadership roles

• Experience as a student leader at the undergraduate level

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of computers and software, including Microsoft Office Suite

• Knowledge of event planning and program evaluation practices

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skill

Additional Information:

Criminal Background Check Required
Sex Offender Registry Screening Required

$51,021 (Commensurate with education and experience)Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusMary Skinner, Director Student Involvement & Leadership, marys@uark.edu

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

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 Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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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.

Constant Physical Activity:N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:Yes