TRiO Director, Principle Investigator

SUNY College of Technology at Canton • Canton, NY

69d • $60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Under the direction of the Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Director of TRIO SSS (Student Support Services) is responsible for the overall administration and implementation of the TRiO SSS project, which includes the supervision of program staff, maintaining the budget, compilation of program reports and project evaluations. This position will supervise two Academic Staff positions and one Administrative Staff position.

Requirements

• Master's degree in counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology, career development, social welfare, or a related field.
• One year of leadership experience related to the position.
• Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of academic and financial aid requirements and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of unique strengths, challenges, and learning preferences of postsecondary students from low-income, first-generation backgrounds.
• Demonstrated skills in motivating learners.

Nice To Haves

• Two years' experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following: Counseling or guidance for students with disabilities.
• Counseling and/or guidance in industry, government, public agencies, military, or social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly for persons with disabilities.
• Two or more years of professional experience in developmental education related to instruction and/or student services, counseling, and guidance preferably relevant to students with disabilities.
• Previous experience working effectively with high school and college age low income, first generation, disabled, and/or culturally diverse students.
• Previous work experience with a TRIO program or similar educational preparation program.
• Demonstrate experience in program development and administration.
• Teaching experience, preferably in courses related to skill development.
• Demonstrated experience with budget management and development.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students and staff from diverse backgrounds and programs.
• Knowledge of, training in, or experience working in programs serving students with disabilities.
• Preference given to applicants with similar backgrounds to the participants.

Responsibilities

• Promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education and serve on college committees relevant to diverse needs of disadvantaged and disabled students.
• Disseminate program information to students and campus community.
• Hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and promote professional development of staff.
• Collaborate with staff in planning, organizing, and implementing an academic program that includes financial literacy, intrusive advising, tutoring as well as recreational, cultural, and social activities.
• Supervise collection of data for required reports by the college and appropriate federal agencies.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage appropriate use of program budgets that comply with federal policies.
• Prepare all required program reports, proposals, and publicity materials.
• Ensure compliance of TRiO program regulations, project performance, and participant eligibility (low income, first generation, disabled and academic need).
• Provide accurate program documentation such as fiscal records, student records, and evaluation data.
• Work with the Research and Sponsored Programs office to ensure budgetary spending is on track.
• Plan summer bridge program in collaboration with other summer programs on campus.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree