Director, Upward Bound Programs

Job Title

Director, Upward Bound Programs

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Center For Academic Student Achievement

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

This position is responsible for directing the overall implementation and management of the designated Upward Bound programs for planning, goal setting, and operation of these grant funded programs.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations: 60%

• Responsible for directing the overall implementation and management of the designated Upward Bound programs for planning, goal setting, and operation of these grant funded programs.

• Develop and implement school schedules, school plans and student academic and social activities.

• Maintain internal and external relationships to advance mission of programs.

• Oversight of the Program Budget in compliance with guidelines.

• Participates in TRIO conferences and workshops for professional growth and development.

• Manage and submit the federal APR and respond to all reports required by the U.S. Department of Education and TAMUCC including: WEAVE, BCP, departmental monthly reports, school reports and community reports. Maintain accurate project records in compliance with the U.S. Department of Education.

• Management of the implementation of the TRIO Federal Student Eligibility Verification Process.

• Promote the services available through TRIO Upward Bound by presenting on- campus, at schools and community events.

• Facilitate awareness of the TRIO programs by marketing the program and promoting program services through informational presentations to faculty, staff, prospective students from the required schools and/or by distributing program literature at student functions, strategic locations across Corpus Christi, and elsewhere as appropriate.

• Develop and implement a six (6) week on-campus summer program.

• May be required to work beyond normal office hours including evening and/or on weekends.

 

Supervision: 20%

• Hire and train all Upward Bound staff, conduct staff and individual supervision meetings. Supervise the project staff.

• Schedule and conduct staff in-service training activities.

• Hire curriculum instructors, RAs for dorms, tutors for TSI and plan and implement summer academic trip.

Other: 20%

• Maintain the security of all student records.

• Responsible for managing student progress reporting.

• Attend and serve as chaperone for Upward Bound events and activities; including occasional overnight trips and dorm stays.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in applicable field.

• Five (5) years of experience in managing federally funded grants programs or related experience.

• Additional education/experience may be used as a substitute for the minimum requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and Seven (7) years of experience in managing federally funded grants programs or related experience, OR

  • Doctoral degree and Three (3) years of experience in managing federally funded grants programs or related experience

• Experience supervising.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and communication skills,

• Ability to work independently while developing strong collaborative relationships.

• Ability to exercise excellent professional judgment and discretion, making decisions regularly that impact student welfare and the institution.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Upward Bound.

• Experience with managing budgets.

• Experience in leadership roles for federally funded grant programs.

SALARY: Up to $6,250.00 Monthly ($75,000.00 Annual, Approximately)

• NOTE: This is a grant funded position. Continued employment contingent upon available funding.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.