TRIO Director III

Volunteers of America Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The TRIO Director III administers the operations of assigned Upward Bound and Talent Search programs, leading a staff of instructors and tutors, as well as specially trained individuals. The Director ensures the operations of the programs follow established policies, standards and procedures per EDGAR regulations, and other TRIO programs. The Director is responsible for the management of program activities, supervision of staff, compliance with federal, state, local, and funder requirements, record keeping of fiscal and student data, and evaluation of program objectives. Program leaders are responsible to meet all program contractual daily Key Performance Indicators including daily program numbers, data quality input, note taking, exits indicators and services provided. Services for this position must be provided on-site. As a result, the positions supervised by this job description are on-site, and supervisors / managers / leaders must be on site to provide proper direction and oversight.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
Ability to perform under circumstances of possible emotional stress and conflicts dealing with difficult, uncooperative, and potentially aggressive clients as VOALA serves the neediest of the needy in our programs which may include clients with homelessness, mental-illness, substance abuse, recently released from incarceration and other challenges.
Masters’ degree in education, human services, social work or a related field
Minimum of 4 years supervisory experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience managing educational programs

Nice To Haves

3 years of relevant professional experience working in a program with disadvantaged and at-risk youth
Knowledge of academic and child development services, development of individualized services plans
Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Direct a full range of professional and para-professional employees in efficient program operations
Develop strategic plans consistent with the mission of the TRIO Programs
Develop and facilitate various college prep and parent workshops
Develop and facilitate college and career planning seminars
Plan and conduct academic, recreational, and cultural activities for project participants
Administer assessment inventories and interpret test results to determine participants needs
Responsible for maintaining accurate and updated statistical data for required reports
Responsible for preparing and submitting Annual Performance Report by the government published deadline
Responsible for the development of non-federal resources to support project activities
Evaluate program effectiveness and make recommendations to senior management (CEO, COO, CFO, Director of HR) and the Grantee for program changes and improvements
Advise senior management regarding future program direction
Develop and maintain harmonious relationships with the Grantee and other TRIO programs, as well as target schools and community agencies.
Hire and retain appropriate staff, ensuring career development and succession planning
Monitor program compliance to funding sources' regulations as well as internal policies and procedures
Remain current on trends in secondary education and youth outreach, ensure the professional growth and career development of staff.
Lead and monitor Talent Search and Upward Bound programs, set program goals and find the necessary resources to meet those goals.
Supervise the hiring and retention of appropriate staff, conduct workforce and succession planning.
Ensure subordinate Programs are accountable and meet Funder Requirements.
Collaborates with other service providers to link various programs to community resources and supportive services.
Keep comprehensive records of compliance with Funder and Regulatory requirements.
Effectively plans workload of subordinate individuals and programs; budgets, deploys, and organizes resources.
Identifies better, faster, more efficient ways to achieve the mission of Head Start/Early Head Start.
Community Outreach.
Coaches and mentors junior staff.
Other duties as required and is subject to change at any time.
As service providers to the underprivileged and vulnerable in our community, all employees are considered Mandated Reporters, and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to proper authorities.