Director, TRIO Student Support Services

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Provides administrative leadership, direction, and day-to-day coordination for all aspects of the TRIO SSS Classic and STEM programs.
• Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates professional and student staff.
• Develops, implements, and assesses programs and services to support first-generation, low-income, and students with disabilities.
• Prepares, manages, and oversees program budgets in accordance with the U.S. Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and state and University guidelines; demonstrates fiscal responsibility and ensure proper stewardship of grant funds.
• Ensures program compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.
• Corresponds in a timely manner with the designated Program Officer through the U.S. Department of Education.
• Prepares and submits annual performance reports (APR) and other required data to the U.S. Department of Education and the University.
• Reviews and evaluates program documentation, maintain accurate records, and ensure confidentiality.
• Monitors and evaluates performance objectives. Uses data to guide programmatic adjustments and improvements.
• Coordinates assessment plans and updates program outcomes regularly.
• Collaborates with community and campus partners including, but not limited to, Center for Academic Achievement, Adaptive Services, Outreach Programs, Financial Aid, Admissions, Career Development Services, and University Advising Services.
• Facilitates workshops, training, and committee involvement to advocate for and support the needs of TRIO SSS participants.
• Coordinates grant writing activities and supports additional funding efforts.

Other Duties:

• Serves as a visible leader and resource for institutional initiatives related to student access, persistence, and success.
• Stays informed of national best practices, emerging trends, and policy changes affecting TRIO Student Support Services.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires either twelve years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Master's degree from an accredited institution in Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Human Services, or a related field and six years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Experience administering a TRIO program or similar support program for first-generation, low-income, or students with disabilities.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of TRIO programs and first-generation, low-income, or students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of budget development, fiscal management, and grant compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill in performance assessment, evaluation methodologies, and data-informed decision-making.
• Skill in reporting and grant documentation.
• Ability to foster collaborative partnerships across departments and divisions.
• Ability to effectively lead teams and supervise staff at multiple levels.
• Ability to gather data, maintain records, and prepare reports and other written materials.
• Ability to develop, interpret, and evaluate policies and procedures.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.

Pay Grade 19

Applications received prior to September 18th 2025, will receive priority review.

This is a grant-funded position supported by external funding currently awarded for the period 2025-2030. Please note that all grant funding is subject to change, reduction, or discontinuation at any time. Although renewal of grant is expected, position is contingent upon renewal of grant.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship