Texas A&M University · 13 hours ago
Director, Upward Bound Programs
Canyon, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expWest Texas A&M University is seeking a Director for their Upward Bound Programs. The role involves the successful implementation and management of the Upward Bound grant project, overseeing personnel, budget administration, and evaluation of program activities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Plan and direct the implementation of the Upward Bound grant project’s goals, objectives and activities. Responsible for planning and coordinating all college visits, leadership and cultural activities and the residential summer academy on the University campus
Coordinate and direct all aspects of the Upward Bound grant project. Responsible for the evaluation of all program activities and services
Secure facilities, resources and materials to satisfy project activities and goals
Identify, assess, and provide services for Upward Bound participants as needed
Supervise, manage and train full-time and part-time personnel. Responsible for all recruiting, employing and training processes for new project staff
Administer, plan, manage the grant project budget, and conduct administrative functions
Responsible for collecting data and submitting the Upward Bound project’s annual performance report and other documentation required by U.S. Department of Education on behalf of the University and the Office of College Access and Academic Enrichment Programs
Assist with grant proposal research and writing. Serve on various university committees and work groups
Maintain positive relationships with university departments and external constituents
Maintains 100% compliance with timely completion of required System, University and job-specific online training courses
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in education or related field or combination of education and experience
Five (5) years of experience in education and/or two (2) years working with TRIO, academic support programs, or similar projects or programs for disadvantaged youth
Supervising experience
Strong communication, leadership, organizational, administrative, management skills
Experience with academic advising services, development of individualized education service plans for low-income and disadvantaged students
Good driving record
Preferred
Doctorate degree
Experience with college access programs
Teaching experience
Two (2) years of experience in areas of staff supervision
Program development and evaluation
Reporting and compliance with federal regulations
Knowledge of higher education and secondary education curriculum and degree requirements
Budget experience and knowledge
Ability to manage and expand program partnerships
Experience with college, career, financial aid, and financial literacy
Experience with grant writing processes
Bi-lingual skills
Benefits
Comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans
Additional health and lifestyle programs
Optional retirement savings opportunities
Paid leave programs
13-15 paid holidays each year
Company
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.
10001+ employees
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