Assistant Director - Trio Upward Bound Programs East

Penn State

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $51,000.00 - $74,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Master's degree required
Six years related experience
Federal grant compliance knowledge
The position supports high school students from low-income families in preparing for college entrance through academic programming and residential components

Job Summary

  • The position supports high school students from low-income families in preparing for college entrance through academic programming and residential components.
  • The Assistant Director is responsible for supervising full-time staff in the Hazleton and Reading School Districts while ensuring federal compliance.
  • Candidates must be willing to relocate to or live in the Reading/Hazleton area and work weekends, evenings, and one Saturday per month.

Matching Summary

The position supports high school students from low-income families in preparing for college entrance through academic programming and residential components.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with TRIO programs
  • Grant writing history
  • Strong interpersonal communication
  • Analytical problem-solving skills
  • Social media platform proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree
  • 6+ years of relevant work 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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