Associate Director, Upward Bound
3 months ago
Job Description
Reporting to the TRIO programs director, the associate director is responsible for assisting with the administration, implementation and continuation of the three U.S. Department of Education funded Upward Bound projects. These three unique programs, Roanoke City, Salem, and Southwest VA are dedicated to encouraging and preparing income eligible, potential first-generation college students, and/or students who are considered academically at-risk by federal definitions to pursue a post-secondary education.
Position Summary:
-Provide managerial and programmatic oversight for the daily operations of the three Upward Bound programs;
-Responsible for ensuring the successful recruitment, retention and participation of program participants in the three UB programs for all target schools, and ensuring the programs meet the federally required assurance that two thirds of participants will be both income -eligible and first-generation college students;
-Responsible for ensuring services and student progress are adequately and clearly documented in accordance with federal regulations and office policy;
-Coordinates the organization and implementation of the Academic and Summer Components;
-Responsible for the training, supervision, and evaluation of the Upward Bound programs staff;
-Builds effective relationships with target school staff to ensure programmatic continuity;
-Participant caseload may vary based on other duties.
This position will have periodic travel to target schools to ensure proper program implementation and supervision of staff.
Weekend, evening, and travel responsibilities periodically during the academic year, and with increased frequency in during the summer months.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in education, social work or related area
Relevant professional experience working for a federal TRIO program and/or similar related program(s)/project(s) serving students from underserved or at-risk populations
Experience providing services and programming on a group and individual basis designed to help students overcome social, cultural, and academic barriers to postsecondary education
Demonstrated understanding of the college admissions and financial aid process
Excellent communication skills
Supervisory and performance management experience
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working with the U.S. Department of Education and federal TRIO Programs
Experience working with students in the foster care system, and with students and families who are homeless, or at-risk of being homeless, according to the McKinney Vento Act
Previous experience working with an Upward Bound project Demonstrated progressively responsible experience
Demonstrated experience in developing and securing local, state and/or federal grants/proposals
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience, up to a budget maximum of $73,000
Review Date
05/08/2024
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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