Assistant Director - Trio Upward Bound Programs East

Penn State Golf Courses

Reading, PA, USA
Base: $51,000.00 - $74,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Master's degree required
Six years related work experience
Federal grant compliance knowledge
The position supports the mission of increasing secondary education completion and college enrollment rates for low-income high school students in specific Pennsylvania districts

Job Summary

  • The position supports the mission of increasing secondary education completion and college enrollment rates for low-income high school students in specific Pennsylvania districts.
  • The Assistant Director is responsible for planning academic programming, supervising full-time staff, and ensuring strict compliance with federal regulations including the Higher Education Act.
  • Candidates receive a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Matching Summary

The position supports the mission of increasing secondary education completion and college enrollment rates for low-income high school students in specific Pennsylvania districts.

Salary

Base: $51,000.00 - $74,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's Degree required
  • Six years related work experience
  • Federal grant compliance knowledge
  • Budget formulation and administration
  • Staff hiring and supervision
  • Annual performance reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with TRIO programs
  • Grant writing history
  • Social media platform proficiency
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree
  • 6+ years of relevant experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance
  • FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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