Title: TRIO Director, Talent Search

Employee Classification: TRiO Director

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Office of the Provost

Department: DAL-Pre-Collegiate Programs-500300

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $ 74,352.00 / year

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The TRIO Programs at the University of North Texas at Dallas were designed to support the academic development of students with target schools. They are federally funded grants that serve low-income, first-generation students.

Position Overview

The TRIO Director is a member of the department of TRIO and Pre- Collegiate Programs and will have the primary responsibility of assisting with leadership duties of the TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) Program. TRIO ETS is a component of the federal TRIO Program to assist low income/first generation, 6th through 12th graders persist to next grade level, with the ultimate goal being to graduate from high school and enter post-secondary education. The TRIO Director is responsible for the implementation, administration, and management of all Project activities, under the leadership of the Executive Director. The TRIO Director also assists with budget management; oversee the selection process of all project participants; conduct all formative and summative federal and agency reports; manage project database and generate Annual Performance Report; Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate all project staff; and ensure compliance with grant and federal regulations are met.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters degree in education, counseling, or public administration; five years of experience with federal TRIO programs, academic support for disadvantaged students; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to administer and manage educational opportunity programs
• Knowledge of academic advising services, development of individualized service plans, college career, financial aid, and economic literacy services and programming for low-income and first-gen students
• Knowledge of principles and practices of administrative organization and management
• Ability to plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of others
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, rules and regulations
• Ability to assist with developing budgets and monitor expenditures
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Office software
• Ability to collect and analyze data and conduct internal Project evaluations
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to provide professional leadership and establish effective working relationships
• Knowledge of barriers to postsecondary education faced by low income and potential first-generation youth in target area
• Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently within a fast-paced office environment

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• N/A

Job Duties:

• Implement, administer, and manage all project activities
• Approve the selection of all project participants 
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate all project staff 
• Maintain all project and participant records 
• Conduct all formative and summative federal and agency reports 
• Manage project database and generate the Annual Performance Report (APR)
• Ensure compliance with grant and federal regulations
•  Build effective and efficient community relationships with key stakeholders 

Work Schedule:

Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, some nights and weekends

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

N/A

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.