"Project Director, TRIO Student Support Services (Disabilities)"

Job Details

Project Director, TRIO Student Support Services (Disabilities)

Job ID: 292559

Location: Statesboro, Georgia; Georgia Southern - Savannah; Georgia Southern - Hinesville

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA OR Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA OR Liberty Campus - Hinesville, GA

Department Information

Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Development & Engagement

Job Summary

The Project Director will provide leadership, oversight, and accountability for the TRIO Student Support Services (Disabilities) grant program. This position is responsible for the overall design, implementation, and evaluation of program services and activities to promote student success, retention, and graduation for eligible participants. The Project Director will supervise program staff, manage the program budget, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and foster strong collaboration with campus and community stakeholders.

This position is time limited and 100% sponsored-funded; therefore, continued employment is contingent upon availability of grant or contract funding.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and implement program services, activities, workshops, and cultural events
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff
• Identify and select participants; verify participant eligibility
• Fiscal management; monitor budget preparation and implementation
• Provide academic advising for up to 48 participants, including completion of the Guided Plan for Success (GPS)
• Program documentation and assessment
• Monitor academic progress and social development of program participants
• Market, publicize, and coordinate program services to students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders
• Implement professional development activities
• Serve on institutional committees that provide opportunities for coordination of services with SSS
• Assure compliance with all regulations in EDGAR, GPRA, GEPA, FLSA and FERPA
• Coordinate tutorial services for participation, cultural enrichment activities and graduate school tours

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Higher Education, or other related fields

Required Experience

• Three (3) years experience teaching, academic or career advising, or academic coaching in a college setting
• Evidence of success in developing Student Support Services or similar projects
• Demonstrated leadership on a project or program designed to increase student retention, graduation, or academic achievement
• Three (3) years of budgeting experience and resource allocating
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in computer applications and database management
• Two (2) or more years of administrative experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of financial aid process
• Experience with TRIO programs
• Experience writing, assessing, or reporting on federally funded programs
• Familiarity or experience with grant program compliance and records maintenance

Proposed Salary

$62,400

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relation skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin as early as November 25, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644, or email oneusgsupport@usg.edu.