Director, TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center is a full-time professional position located in Fort Collins, Colorado, within the Access Center at Colorado State University. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of the Access Center, the Director provides administrative oversight and implements the TRIO EOC program, including staff supervision, program services, and annual performance objectives outlined in the federally approved grant application. The program serves 2,500 participants through outreach and services in Adams, Larimer, and Weld counties.

The Director plans and manages the program and its budget, oversees staff, maintains relationships with federal and university stakeholders, and evaluates program performance and compliance. The position supervises five professional AP staff, two part-time staff, and interns and graduate practicum students as needed. The role requires statewide recruitment and program-related travel. A valid driver’s license and a pre-employment criminal background check are required for new hires.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in education, liberal arts, behavioral or social sciences, social work, counseling, higher education administration, or a related field from an accredited institution, as specified in the approved federal grant.
• At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience at the director or associate director level administering multiple comprehensive college access TRIO programs and/or programs supporting underrepresented populations in higher education.
• At least five years of experience supervising professional and administrative staff.
• At least three years of experience with budget management, program development, implementation and evaluation, reporting, and compliance with federal regulations.
• At least two years of experience promoting educational or career access pathways leading to post-secondary enrollment and/or completion of dual enrollment, computer and technical skills (CTE), and/or apprenticeship programs.
• At least five years of experience promoting educational access and working with low-income, first-generation populations, providing academic assistance, and knowledge of post-secondary enrollment and financial aid processes.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel statewide for recruitment and for program activities.
• Pre-employment criminal background check for new hires.

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication skills, including writing, speaking, and use of computer applications.
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience working with underrepresented and disadvantaged individuals.
• Experience with career/technical education and/or apprenticeship programs.
• Demonstrated experience recruiting participants for program participation.
• Experience with financial wellness, including FAFSA, financial literacy, financial aid, and/or CASFA processes and procedures.
• Experience with community outreach and building community partnerships.
• Experience in grant writing.
• Experience with data systems, data analysis, and/or data processing.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement the EOC grant proposal; manage the program and implement applicable policies, procedures, and federal regulations.
• Maintain public relations with the U.S. Department of Education.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with campus programs, administration, faculty, departments, community organizations, and businesses.
• Plan, develop, and manage the budget; monitor it and ensure compliance with federal, state, and CSU fiscal rules and policies.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and their performance.
• Implement formative and summative program assessment and submit reports to the Department of Education.
• Identify and pursue additional funding resources to supplement the grant.
• Oversee recruitment and services for 2,500 participants across Adams, Larimer, and Weld counties.
• Perform other related duties.

Benefits

• The employer describes a robust benefits package, a collaborative atmosphere, and a focus on work-life balance; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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