Assistant Director of Bridge AR Grant

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Closing Date:

03/31/2026

Type of Position:

Staff (Non-Classified)

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations.

UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

BRIDGE Grant

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Director of Bridge AR Grant will play a critical role in supporting the successful implementation of a federally funded outcomes study by serving as the primary liaison between the grantee and the National Study Team (Mathematica). This position will oversee evaluation coordination, ensure data quality for federal reporting systems, support research compliance, and contribute to required evaluations and reporting.

Duration: Approximately 3 years (grant-funded position) Grant will end June 30, 2028.

Key Responsibilities:

Liaison & Evaluation Support
o Serve as the primary point of contact between the grantee and the National Study Team.
o Facilitate IRB or research office approvals from participating colleges as needed.
o Support the execution of evaluation data use agreements.
o Coordinate timely responses to evaluation-related data requests.

Data Quality Oversight
o Lead efforts to support data collection for the Workforce Integrated Performance System (WIPS).
o Collaborate with SCC program staff to implement effective data capture processes.
o Review data submissions regularly for accuracy and completeness.
o Address evaluation team inquiries related to WIPS data.

Evaluation & Outcomes Coordination
o Serve as the main contact for the Required Developmental Evaluation.
o Support the Good Jobs and Equitable Employment Outcomes data review and analysis.

Reporting
o Prepare and submit quarterly narrative reports detailing evaluation activities, progress, and data quality improvements.
o Coordinate and submit any required reporting requested by the National Evaluator (Mathematica).

Other Duties
o Perform other duties as assigned that support the goals and operations of the SCC BRIDGE-AR Grant.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in educational research, measurement, statistics, data science, public policy, public administration, educational psychology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• Experience in program evaluation, research coordination, or data management is a plus.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with experience handling confidential or sensitive data.

• Previous grant experience is a plus.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$65,000 per year

Required Documents to Apply:

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

Special Instructions to Applicants

Human Resources
humanresources@uaptc.edu

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

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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:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity:

Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes