Director, TRIO Grant
Salary: $75,485.00 - $111,527.00 Annually
Job Type: Management
Job Number: 6222-m-05/23
Closing: 6/21/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Visalia, CA
Department: Outreach
Division:
General Description
Under the direction of a Dean of Student Services, the Director of
TRIO Grant will plan, prioritize, direct and facilitate activities
of TRIO grant programs, including but not limited to Upward Bound
Math & Science (UBMS).
This is a full-time, 12-month, management
position.
This is a grant-funded position. The grant
(unless extended) will end August 31,
2027.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY
Sequoias
Community College District is committed to the principles of
diversity, equity, and inclusion and values candidates who have the
ability to serve students from diverse academic, cultural,
socioeconomic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and
ethnic backgrounds, as well as those students who have been
historically underrepresented in higher education. Sequoias
Community College District seeks to promote and maintain an
environment that is built on mutual respect and free from
discrimination by employing staff members who are equity-minded,
collegial, and guided by their dedication to helping students
achieve their educational goals. Ideal candidates will share the
Sequoias Community College Districts' commitment to be
knowledgeable about and implement equitable learning and teaching
methods appropriate to serve students from all backgrounds,
demographics and experiences.
Job Duties
Job duties of the Director of TRIO Grant include:
Plan, prioritize and oversee the operations, services and
activities of TRIO grant programs; initiate and coordinate
activities designed to achieve department/program goals.
Oversee the recruitment and training of program personnel.
Supervise and evaluate program staff to maintain a strong
service-oriented program.
Identify and work with consultants for planning and/or
evaluation of activities.
Develop and coordinate orientations, seminars, workshops, and
training opportunities consistent with program objectives.
Prepare and administer program budgets, prepare cost estimates
for budget recommendations and projections; prepare budget reports
and summaries on service on and activities of assigned program;
control and authorize expenditures ensuring that all established
project fiscal policies and procedures are followed; request grant
payments as timely as necessary to minimize account balances.
Research and write district approved grant opportunities that
best serve our local community.
Account for any real and personal property acquired with
federal funds or received from the federal government.
Oversee any final audit performance and establish an adequate
system for records retention.
Become and remain current regarding Title V and Department of
Education policies and grant terms. Oversee the preparation and
monitoring of reports relating to the project for both the
institution and the U.S. Department of Education.
Ensure the timely completion of all phases and project
objectives as detailed in the project implementation plan.
Facilitate the development and implementation of an effective
and objective system of evaluation of the components of the program
and their impact on the institution.
Maintain a close working relationship with Title V/TRiO staff
at within the Region and National network to ensure compliance and
completion of grant objectives.
Develop and maintain liaison with appropriate federal, state,
and private funding agencies; attend and participate in community
organizations, meetings and public speaking engagements related to
grant programs; attend workshops, seminars and conferences as
required.
Utilize the District's integrated software in performing the
required duties of the position.
Plan and organize activities and programs to provide
information and assistance to students regarding TRiO programs such
as: Upward Bound Math & Science program (UBMS).
Conduct meetings to interpret the program to high school
counseling staff, instructors, prospective program participants and
parents and the general public.
Organize and attend weekly meetings to facilitate effective
communication between the high schools and the District.
Conduct meetings to present program information and services to
current TRiO students and their parents.
Administer student assessment instruments to determine
strengths and weaknesses; collaborate with appropriate staff to
score assessment instruments; determine appropriate course
placement based upon assessment scores.
Review student eligibility criteria using federal regulations
to determine student eligibility for various student services
programs.
Assist with the informal evaluation of student academic records
for transfer to four-year schools; review student transcripts to
determine completion of transfer course requirements; computer
transfer GPA and transfer units.
Assist with the development of informational flyers,
newsletters and other public relations- social media material.
Assists with planning, organizing and implementing the
instructional, recreational and social/cultural activities during
the academic and summer components of the Program.
Plan and coordinate special events such as guest speakers,
field trips, workshops, college orientations programs and end of
the year celebration events.
Monitor each TRiO participant's personal development plan on a
weekly basis; follow up on each participant's progress on every
prescribed support activity.
Identifies and maintains current resources on two-year,
four-year and professional schools appropriate to participant's
interest; assist students with the completion of college admission
and financial aid forms.
Train and provide work direction to student workers.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A Master's 's degree from an accredited college or university -
preferably in Educational Leadership and Administration,
Counseling, Student Affairs, Educational Policy or any other field
of student services; and
Two years of counseling, teaching or related work experience;
and
Three years of professional supervisorial experience managing
TRIO or other student services educational equity programs serving
disadvantaged student populations, such as; diverse low-income,
first-generation students, and students with disabilities;
and
Grant writing experience; and
Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse
academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic
backgrounds of community college students.
If you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position (in
either education or experience) but feel you possess qualifications
that are equivalent to the minimum qualifications, please write a
one-page summary explaining your position and submit as a
"Supplemental Attachment" within the "Attachment" section of the
online application.
Licenses and Other Requirements:
Valid California driver's license.
An incumbent must be insurable at the “standard rate” by the
employer's insurance carrier at all times while employed in this
classification by the College of the Sequoias.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Grants and special project management.
State, federal and private funding sources.
Federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to
grant funding.
Budget preparation and control.
Oral and written communications skills.
Research methods and report writing techniques.
Policies and objectives of assigned program and
activities.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Word processing and spreadsheet software.
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Ability to:
Write grants.
Provide leadership and direction to the grants program.
Prepare and administer budgets and programs.
Function effectively in a setting with tight deadlines and
heavy workload.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working
relationships with others.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Learn, interpret, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules
and regulations.
Provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff.
Accomplish objectives and work independently with minimum
supervision.
Communicate effectively with people from diverse
backgrounds.
Demonstrate courtesy and tact in dealing with numerous members
of the professional and academic communities.
Develop and coordinate a variety of programs and activities to
identify, recruit and retain students at a community college.
Prepare and deliver oral presentations.
Provide and coordinate a variety of services and activities to
assist students their academic achievement and personal
growth.
Operate a computer and assigned software.
Train and provide work direction to others.
Application Procedure
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit:
- An online job application.
- Equity Narrative (included within the online application).
- Letter of interest which addresses how the applicant's
experience and/or education enables him/her to be able to perform
the job duties.
- Resume
- Unofficial copies of transcripts of all college/university
work. Official transcripts required upon employment.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Linda
Reis at lindarei@cos.edu
or (559) 730-3867.
The Sequoias Community College District is an equal
employment opportunity employer committed to prohibiting unlawful
discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment,
intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race,
color, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, ancestry,
age (40 and above), religious creed, religion, political belief or
affiliation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic
information, mental or physical disability, sex, sexual
orientation, marital status, pregnancy or parental status,
childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status, medical condition,
military and veteran status, or association with a person or a
group with one or more of these actual or perceived
characteristics.
College of the Sequoias does not sponsor H-1B Visas
To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cos/jobs/4056381/director-trio-grant
COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The College of the Sequoias Community College
District is committed to the principles of equal employment
opportunity. It is the District's policy to ensure that all
qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and
equal access to employment opportunity and are not subject to
discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the
basis of ethnic group identification, race, gender, color,
language, accent, citizenship status, ancestry national origin,
age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, parental
status, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental
disability or medical condition, or on the basis of these perceived
characteristics.
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