Senior Director of TRIO Pre-College Programs - Cal Poly Pomona

Another Source•Pomona, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Another Source is partnering with Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises to find a Senior Director of TRIO Pre-College Programs. This role involves leading seven federally funded Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math Science programs aimed at helping first-generation, low-income, and underserved students prepare for college. The position offers the opportunity to lead a mission-driven team, shape TRIO programming through strategic leadership and grant stewardship, build partnerships with K-12 schools and community organizations, and advocate for programs that impact students, families, and communities in Southern California. The role requires significant administrative experience in TRIO or similar programs, with a focus on strategic leadership, grant management, and program development.

Requirements

MA or MS in an appropriate field of study (including Public Administration, Education Leadership, Social Science or Humanities, or another relevant field of study).
10 years of successful administrative experience in TRIO or similar programs.
Minimum five years of significant administrative experience, preferably in TRIO or a similar youth-serving program.
Successful proposal writing experience.

Nice To Haves

A doctorate in a relevant field of study may replace up to three years of experience.

Responsibilities

Lead seven federally funded Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math Science programs.
Shape the future of TRIO programming through strategic leadership, grant stewardship, and strong partnerships.
Collaborate with K-12 schools, community organizations, and university leaders to expand educational access and student success.
Advocate for programs that have a lasting impact on students, families, and communities.
Plan, organize, and oversee the activities and operations of TRIO pre-college programs.
Author grant proposals and ensure funding for programs.
Ensure programmatic, budget regulation, and expenditure compliance.
Write program curriculum.
Submit program reports to funding agencies.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of program classified staff, instructors, and students.
Maintain current knowledge of U.S. Department of Education regulations and develop/modify procedures accordingly.
Analyze and forecast expenditures for federal student services programs.
Oversee group counseling and individual counseling activities.
Supervise the academic year and residential component of the summer program.
Coordinate and supervise the academic year counseling component, including college admissions, financial aid, career exploration, academic and personal counseling, and home visits.
Facilitate interviewing, training, supervising, and evaluating residential counselors.
Facilitate the identification, interviewing, and recommendation of eligible participants.
Compile and submit reports and documentation on demographics, enrollment, and student contacts.
Participate in college matriculation and project activities, and oversee field services at target schools.
Facilitate scheduling and coordination of academic achievement instruments, data analysis, studies, and research reports.
Conduct regularly scheduled meetings, training sessions, and student/parent meetings.
Plan and manage the dissemination of information about TRIO Pre-College Programs, Cal Poly Pomona, financial aid, and higher education opportunities.
Collaborate with Cal Poly Pomona divisions, college staff, and area high schools regarding opportunities for high school students.
Serve as project representative and liaison with school district officials and various education and community agencies.
Write reports for funding and oversee the development of brochures, application materials, and other project publications.
Participate in project activities and field trips throughout the state, including weekends and school holidays.
Address student discipline and conduct issues, meet with parents, principals, and counselors, and follow policies regarding suspension and/or removal of students.