Site Manager | Highland Middle School | (Cowiche, WA)

Washington State University•Richland, WA

1d•$4,744 - $5,484•Onsite

About The Position

Washington State University Tri-Cities GEAR UP is hiring a Site Manager at Highland Middle School in Cowiche, Washington. The role is responsible for strategic planning, administration, and management of the GEAR UP project at a designated medium-size school. The program serves a cohort of at least 150–799 students and manages an annual operating budget of approximately $95,000–$195,000. The Site Manager oversees at least one full-time staff member and additional temporary or hourly employees. GEAR UP provides intensive, year-round early outreach to middle and high school students in partnering districts. Funded by a U.S. Department of Education grant, the program aims to increase the number of low-income and underrepresented students who graduate from high school and successfully complete post-secondary education. This is a full-time, temporary, overtime-eligible position expected to end September 30, 2027. Extension or renewal depends on program needs and/or additional funding. The position is in person at Highland Middle School in Cowiche, WA. The monthly salary is $4,743.82–$5,483.55, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three years of professional work experience providing tutorial services, instruction, or direct outreach services to middle or high school students, or closely related student services. A master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of professional work experience.
Relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
At least one year of experience leading or directing the work of others.
Demonstrated experience promoting the success and achievement of students from all social backgrounds.
Willingness and ability to travel overnight, work a flexible schedule including frequent nights and weekends, and have supervisory responsibility of students.
Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing a team of subordinate staff.
Experience managing a government grant program in a middle or high school setting.
Experience developing and managing a budget.
Experience coordinating student events and field trips.
Experience working with college readiness programs.
Professional experience motivating students from varied backgrounds and experiences, including students from low-income households.
Strong communication, team-building, problem-solving, and conflict-management skills.
Knowledge of community, educational, and social service resources in the district’s community; familiarity with such resources in the greater Central Washington region.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage budgets.
Provide direct outreach services to students.
Coordinate and communicate with school administrators, teachers, staff, parents, students, area colleges, community members, organizations, and businesses.
Provide local leadership in program design, initiatives, staff supervision, and evaluation.
Collect data documenting accomplishments and future needs.
Develop recommendations to improve program effectiveness.
Support key program components, including tutor training, career exploration, and post-secondary preparation.
Oversee at least one full-time staff member and additional temporary or hourly employees.