Self-sufficiency Program Director

UW-La Crosse

La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA
Base: $28.36 / hour; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
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Knowledge of adult and returning student experiences
Experience with under-resourced adults in education
Ability to create pre-college curriculum for non-credit programs
** The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking a Self-Sufficiency Program Director responsible for planning and implementing outreach programs that enhance access to higher education for under-resourced and underserved adults. The position involves collaboration with community partners and oversight of program staff, while offering competitive benefits and a supportive work environment. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing and delivering a community engagement program to improve access to higher education for diverse audiences.
  • Candidates will be responsible for planning accessible pre-college programming for adults and managing scholarship funds in cooperation with the UWL Foundation.
  • The position offers competitive benefits including paid vacation, flexible health insurance, and a retirement system vesting after five years.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking a Self-Sufficiency Program Director responsible for planning and implementing outreach programs that enhance access to higher education for under-resourced and underserved adults. The position involves collaboration with community partners and oversight of program staff, while offering competitive benefits and a supportive work environment. **

Salary

Base: $28.36 / hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Additional 40%+ financial package including health insurance and retirement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Knowledge of adult and returning student experiences
  • Experience with under-resourced adults in education
  • Ability to create pre-college curriculum for non-credit programs
  • Experience teaching and leading discussions with adult learners
  • Ability to develop outreach strategies and recruitment materials
  • Ability to plan annual fundraising campaigns
  • Budget management and expense monitoring skills

Nice-to-have

  • Masters degree preferred
  • Strong relationship building with campus partners
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives
  • Flexibility for evening and weekend schedules
  • Experience with service-learning site coordination

Key Requirements

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • No H-1B or visa sponsorship available
  • Preferred qualification: Masters degree

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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