Director, Educational Talent Search

Western Kentucky University • Bowling Green, KY

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The Director oversees all aspects of the federally-funded Talent Search (TS) program (as outlined in the grant), including staff supervision and management, and the development of programs focused on middle school/high school student success, graduation, and postsecondary enrollment. The Director works with key internal and external stakeholders to implement programs that support the success of TS-eligible populations, including student populations from lower socio-economic backgrounds. This is a grant-funded position. Continuation is dependent upon funding/need.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited institution (field such as education, counseling, higher education administration, social work, or related field)
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to target schools; ability to work some evenings/weekends
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, hire, train, and evaluate program staff
• Manage daily operations across all target schools
• Develop and administer the annual program budget
• Maintain student records and data systems
• Provide academic, career, and financial aid advising
• Coordinate college visits and application assistance
• Lead FAFSA workshops and financial literacy activities
• Organize tutoring, test prep, and student programming
• Ensure compliance with TRIO and federal grant regulations
• Prepare and submit the Annual Performance Report (APR)
• Verify participant eligibility and required documentation
• Maintain audit-ready files for program reviews
• Build relationships with partner school staff and counselors
• Represent the program with colleges and community organizations
• Serve as liaison to WKU leadership and TRIO stakeholders

Benefits

• Comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents
• Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Tuition discount program for employees and dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager