Assistant Director, TRIO SSS EMPOWER
About The Position
The purpose of this position is provide leadership in academic support, career coaching, disability advocacy, and student success programming of thefederally funded Student Support Services program, designed to increase retention and graduation rates of eligible students with disabilities. The Assistant Director will provide leadership in academic support, career coaching, disability advocacy, and student success programming. This role includes direct supervision of Learning Facilitators and student workers, ensuring high-quality services are delivered to participants.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related computer application
- Master's degree in Counseling and Guidance, Psychology, Student Personnel, Higher Education, or a related field
- 2 years of professional experience with demonstrated knowledge in student personnel, career counseling and advising, academic and personal counseling, and working directly with students with disabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with university faculty, staff and community partners.
- Valid driver's license
- Acceptable driving record
Responsibilities
- Implement, monitor, and evaluate individual and group academic support activities.
- Recruit and retain eligible participants for the SSS-EMPOWER program.
- Conduct assessments to determine academic and personal support needs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Graduation Plans (IGPs) for program participants.
- Provide academic, personal, and career coaching, including advising and course selection.
- Collaborate with faculty, advisors, and the University Career Center to ensure comprehensive support.
- Supervise Learning Facilitators and student workers, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluation.
- Assist in planning and executing recruitment activities and program events.
- Maintain accurate student participation records, database entries, and program files.
- Participate in university committees, program evaluations, and professional development activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
