Project Director (Talent Search Search 61 South)

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Project Director (Talent Search Search 61 South)

FLSA Status
Exempt

Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience.

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
School of Education & Psychology

Job Summary

Document workshops, professional development/learning or training
related to providing services to at-risk students (low-income and first-
generation students) which includes increasing retention and graduation
rates, as well as academic achievement. Additional training preferred
includes academic advising, counseling, and financial assistance; grant
management; program management; progress monitoring; and/or
educational intervention programs.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Strong soft skills desired such as leadership, communication, interpersonal,
teamwork, problem-solving, work ethic, and flexibility/adaptability; ability
to creatively motivate, empower and recognize students; visual, auditory
and ambulatory ability; excellent verbal and written communications skills;
conflict management skills; strong organizational skills; empathetic;
positive relationship builder; ability to track, report and analyze data; assist
with input of student and staff data for reporting requirements; and
proficient in Microsoft Office, Email and other databases.

Essential Job Functions

The Project Direct will manage recruitment and delivery of program
services for the program as well as create and sustain a diverse and
inclusive work and learning environment.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in education, student development, counseling,
learning disabilities or other related field.

Three to five years of experience:

1. working in a TS or other TRIO program or a past participant in a TS or TRIO program;
2. working effectively with low-income, first generation, and students with disabilities in need of academic assistance;
3. collaborating with college personnel and outside agencies;
4. providing individual and group counseling;
5. supervising staff; and
6. managing grants, including budgeting and program management.

Licensing and Certifications

License or professional credentials in relevant discipline (if applicable):

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Occasionally

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required

Travel
Occasionally

Extended Work Hours
Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S898

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
01/24/2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
4. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
5. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)

Optional Documents