Director of TRIO Programs

Description of Work:

The Director of TRIO, provides leadership in the planning, development and administration of federally funded pre-college and college TRIO programs (Educational Talent Search, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, and Upward Bound Math-Science).

The Director of TRIO will:

• Serve as the named Project Director for each grant and have a solid foundation of the needs and requirements of each grant program.
• Responsible for overall grant objectives, compliance, assessment, annual reporting, financial/ budget development, management, and performance of all TRIO grants.
• Work collaboratively to maintain high-quality programs that are focused on student access, opportunity, and academic success.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff of each grant program area.
• Provide and support professional development activities to promote staff growth and continuous learning.
• Build and maintain relationships and connections with public school district partners, participants, parents, community representatives and cultivation of donors interested in supporting student success and degree completion.
• Ensures awareness and understanding of student access and opportunity programs by providing presentations and networking.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:

• Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
• Generous retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in educational administration, educational leadership, general business or a related field.
• At least three years of experience leading programs focused on educational access and opportunity for low-income, first generation, or disabled students.
• At least two years of experience supervising staff.
• Experience successfully developing, implementing, and managing a departmental budget.
• Experience managing and meeting grant expectations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct work experience with TRIO programs: Student Support Services, Educational Talent Search, or Upward Bound programs.
• Grant writing experience.