Assistant Director of TRIO Student Support Services-2

Ivy Tech Community College•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$48,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director will be the primary advisor for 80 participants of the TRIO Student Support Services program. They will monitor participant progress and will plan and implement meetings and events for the TRIO Student Support Services program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Student Personnel, Guidance, Education, or a related field
Excellent problem solving and communication skills
Experience in federal educational projects or student personnel work requiring evaluation and documentation procedures
Knowledge of and experience in relating to the academic, social, and economic needs of first generation, disabled, and low-income students, and those who meet the criteria as outline under Section 427 of the General Education Provisions Act (GEPA)
Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in psychology, Student Personnel, Guidance, Education, or a related field.
2 years of work experience in TRIO Programs

Responsibilities

Demonstrate strong customer service and/or student advocacy through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving and desire to identify and support student success
Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and supported
Go beyond the easiest or surface answer for a student and get to the root cause of the problem, question or issue to solve it as quickly and professionally as possible
Academically advise up to 80 assigned participants to ensure successful completion of desired program and closely monitor student persistence each term employing a proactive advising approach
Assist students in identifying their academic, financial, and career needs and effectively help them overcome obstacles preventing them from success
Assist students in completing academic and financial aid appeals to support student retention
Support students with FAFSA completion and successful transfer to a 4-yr college or university
Co-develop and lead the Summer and Winter Institutes as well as TRIO Day for Graduates event each year
Co-develop and lead study and life skills workshop series each fall and spring semester for program participants
Co-coordinate two campus visits to 4-year institutions per year
Keep accurate records to ensure proper tracking of grant participant progress
Make presentations and communicate with various faculty, staff, and student groups
Participate in professional trainings necessary to carry out duties pertaining to grant compliance and college policy and procedures
Assist grant team with grant application during renewal period as necessary
Attend related local, state, and/or regional conferences and training programs as outlined in the grant
Work as a team member within Sponsored Programs to improve services to, and retention of, students
Other duties logically associated with position

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services