Director, Upward Bound at Rockmart and Cedartown High Schools

Director, Upward Bound at Rockmart and Cedartown High Schools

Job ID: 298307

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Primary Location for Job Responsibilities: Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall design, on-going implementation, management, planning, coordination and success of the federally funded TRiO program to include 60 student participants. Facilitates the development of activities and programs designed to encourage underrepresented students to overcome barriers to postsecondary education, to improve high school retention and graduation rates, and promote college degree attainment. Works with high school administrators, counselors and staff, representatives of community agencies, KSU instructional and student services areas to ensure the success of the program. Director will work at Rockmart and Cedartown High Schools.

This position is considered limited-term staff since it utilizes contingent funding which is currently only secured through August 31st, 2027. Employment thereafter will be conditional based on continued availability of funding.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist in the preparation of all necessary documents to the U.S. Department of Education
2. Designs and coordinates the planning of program activities throughout the year to ensure that activities are in compliance with project regulations and college policies
3. Recruits, identifies, screens and selects eligible students
4. Assists in the development and implementation of a comprehensive Evaluation plan
5. Assists in development and management of annual budget
6. Develops marketing plan to advertise program's purpose and services to target schools to include feeder middle schools
7. Recruits, screens, selects and recommends staff to be hired
8. Supervises assigned staff
9. Assists in providing workshops for participants
10. Establishes policies and procedures for the program
11. Assures that all project goals and objectives are met
12. Participates in professional development activities including workshops, conventions, and other related activities

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Master's degree in Education, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education Administration, Business, Technology or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted Georgia driver's license

Required Experience
Three (3) years of experience in designing, managing or implementing similar programs

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Academic Coaching certification

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Able to supervise and evaluate staff
Able to develop and manage a budget
Able to succeed in overcoming barriers similar to those of the residents in the target area and/or TRIO experience

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of higher education admissions and financial aid policies
Knowledge of current computer technology

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard + Enhanced
• Education
• MVR
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=43000&JobOpeningId=298307&PostingSeq=1