Maricopa Community College district
Student Services Manager - TRIO (Specially Funded )
Maricopa Community College district, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Student Services Manager - TRIO (Specially Funded )
Job ID:
320730 Location:
GateWay Community College Full/Part Time:
Full Time Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Hiring Salary Range
$67,581.00 - $87,855.00/annually, DOE
Grade
118
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm
Work Calendar
12
Funding Information
Please note, this specially-funded position is supported by two grants with different award cycles. Part of the funding is a grant that will be ending on 8/31/2025. The specially-funded employees associated with this grant will need to apply and go through a competitive process at the end of the final award cycle
Maricopa Summary
Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year?
Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $7.2 billion dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the fastest growing county in the United States?
Whether you're teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At Maricopa County Community Colleges!
About Us
What's Currently Happening at Maricopa
Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the National Science Foundation to improve undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program). Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance One of the largest community college systems in the country 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient Named 19th Best Employer for Women by Forbes 2019 No. 42 in Arizona's Best Employers Campus Statement
GateWay Community College is a Hispanic Serving Institution with one of the most diverse student bodies in the Maricopa Community College district. Over 46% of our students indicate Hispanic heritage and better than half of the student population represents more than 40 countries.
GateWay Community College is seeking to attract candidates who want to help us continue building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. GateWay Community College understands that diversity is integral to excellence. We honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming, inclusive, respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who reflect, and demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of, the diverse communities and populations that make Arizona a rich and vibrant place to live and work. When you join the team at GateWay, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice built on broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at GateWay, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Vision, Mission, Goals, and Values.
Benefits
The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for every life stage and lifestyle in our community.
Benefits & Perks Options:
20 paid observed holidays Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) & 12% Employee Contribution Match (Pension, Long Term Disability, and Health Insurance) Paid vacation, sick, and personal time Maricopa Employee Store: Perks & Gears (exclusive discounts and offers for Maricopa Community Colleges faculty and staff) Annual professional development growth funding Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents Flexible work schedules Maricopa Employee Health & Wellness Program:
Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Diabetes Empowerment Education Program Mobile On-site Mammography Screenings Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wondr online program that teaches clinically-proven, healthy habits that lead to less stress, better sleep, weight loss, and more. Pre-Retirement Events
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (may forgive the remaining balance on a federal student loan made directly by the U.S. Department of Education after qualifying). 10+ Maricopa Affinity Resource Employee Groups (Celebrates diversity, embraces inclusion, and supports employees, students, and community!) Job Summary
Gateway Community College is currently seeking to fill the position of Student Services Manager (Project/TRiO Director). This position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of GateWay's TRIO Upward Bound and Student Support Services programs and maintaining the integrity and excellence of the grant projects. This includes ensuring that all aspects of the programs are carried out as described in the grant proposal while adhering to federal rules and regulations, and communicating often with the Project Administrator Federal Program Officers and key stakeholders. The TRiO Project Director will facilitate the planning, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of project activities. The Project Director will also be responsible for maintaining and monitoring the grant budgets. Finally, the person in this role will work closely with various College departments including Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Institutional Effectiveness and external stakeholders
Essential Functions
40% - Executes the administrative authority and visionary leadership for the TRiO grants to achieve the goals of the grant and ensure alignment to GateWay's strategic plan. Oversee the Student Services Analysts for the TRiO program; Leads the collaboration with key multiple GateWay divisions (including Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Institutional Effectiveness, and the GateWay Executive Team, and the District Grants Office). Aligns leadership with regulatory compliance in all aspects of GateWay's TRiO grants including the development, analysis and submission of required reports and communication to the U.S. Department of Education. Manages the Student Services Analysts to prepare technical reports, data collection and management of student information systems and databases.
20% - Implements grant activities to meet objectives, including strategies to recruit eligible students into the TRiO programs (Student Support Services and Upward Bound); Oversees key services to develop students in the following areas: career exploration, personal growth, life skills, and college entrance and success; Manages the staff conducting program orientations and workshops and any volunteer activities and supports staff in maintaining a case management approach to enhance UB and SSS participants' experiences; Oversees the development of programming/curriculum for SSS and UB programs and follow-up surveys/post-program evaluations; Manages the key services to increase academic success and student retention.
15% - Communicates TRiO progress regularly across the College with key stakeholders to discuss grant activities, progress and challenges. Leads regular monthly meetings with TRIO UB project staff; schedule meetings with the Project Administrator and the Grants Office to discuss challenges or concerns; Communicates grant achievements and discusses modifications.
15% - Approves and monitors all TRiO budget expenditures and complete internal budget and fiscal accountability reports. Ensures project spending is on track and is compliant with the approved grant budget. Oversee program purchasing.
10% - Performs other duties as assigned and related to TRIO grant goals, as authorized or requested.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, sociology, business administration or related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible student services or related experience that includes such things as administration of policies and procedures, program oversight and two (2) years of supervisory experience.
OR
An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.
Desired Qualifications
A. Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business or public administration, social work, psychology, or related area
B. At least (2) two years of work experience in a TRiO or similar student success/retention program assisting underrepresented students in an educational setting
C. Experience directing program activities and working collaboratively with internal and external partners
D. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred
E. Experience with student services, including advisement, enrollment, financial aid, or related area
F. Three (3) years of project management experience with TRiO grants (or similar programs) including budget management in a higher education setting
G. Experience with the U.S. Department of Education regulations and TRiO program policies ( or similar policies and regulations)
H. Experience overcoming barriers to post-secondary education faced by underrepresented students, such as being low income or first generation, as demonstrated in the applicant's cover letter
Special Working Conditions
Will be required to travel or be assigned to all GateWay locations Will require some evenings or weekends May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen May be required to lift or carry up to #25 lbs MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.
Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.
Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.
Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.
Posting Close Date
Open until filled
First Review 10/29/2024
Applications received after the review date may not be screened
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.
The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.
To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=320730&PostingSeq=1
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Job ID:
320730 Location:
GateWay Community College Full/Part Time:
Full Time Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Hiring Salary Range
$67,581.00 - $87,855.00/annually, DOE
Grade
118
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm
Work Calendar
12
Funding Information
Please note, this specially-funded position is supported by two grants with different award cycles. Part of the funding is a grant that will be ending on 8/31/2025. The specially-funded employees associated with this grant will need to apply and go through a competitive process at the end of the final award cycle
Maricopa Summary
Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year?
Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $7.2 billion dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the fastest growing county in the United States?
Whether you're teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At Maricopa County Community Colleges!
About Us
What's Currently Happening at Maricopa
Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the National Science Foundation to improve undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program). Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance One of the largest community college systems in the country 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient Named 19th Best Employer for Women by Forbes 2019 No. 42 in Arizona's Best Employers Campus Statement
GateWay Community College is a Hispanic Serving Institution with one of the most diverse student bodies in the Maricopa Community College district. Over 46% of our students indicate Hispanic heritage and better than half of the student population represents more than 40 countries.
GateWay Community College is seeking to attract candidates who want to help us continue building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. GateWay Community College understands that diversity is integral to excellence. We honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming, inclusive, respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who reflect, and demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of, the diverse communities and populations that make Arizona a rich and vibrant place to live and work. When you join the team at GateWay, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice built on broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at GateWay, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Vision, Mission, Goals, and Values.
Benefits
The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for every life stage and lifestyle in our community.
Benefits & Perks Options:
20 paid observed holidays Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) & 12% Employee Contribution Match (Pension, Long Term Disability, and Health Insurance) Paid vacation, sick, and personal time Maricopa Employee Store: Perks & Gears (exclusive discounts and offers for Maricopa Community Colleges faculty and staff) Annual professional development growth funding Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents Flexible work schedules Maricopa Employee Health & Wellness Program:
Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Diabetes Empowerment Education Program Mobile On-site Mammography Screenings Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wondr online program that teaches clinically-proven, healthy habits that lead to less stress, better sleep, weight loss, and more. Pre-Retirement Events
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (may forgive the remaining balance on a federal student loan made directly by the U.S. Department of Education after qualifying). 10+ Maricopa Affinity Resource Employee Groups (Celebrates diversity, embraces inclusion, and supports employees, students, and community!) Job Summary
Gateway Community College is currently seeking to fill the position of Student Services Manager (Project/TRiO Director). This position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of GateWay's TRIO Upward Bound and Student Support Services programs and maintaining the integrity and excellence of the grant projects. This includes ensuring that all aspects of the programs are carried out as described in the grant proposal while adhering to federal rules and regulations, and communicating often with the Project Administrator Federal Program Officers and key stakeholders. The TRiO Project Director will facilitate the planning, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of project activities. The Project Director will also be responsible for maintaining and monitoring the grant budgets. Finally, the person in this role will work closely with various College departments including Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Institutional Effectiveness and external stakeholders
Essential Functions
40% - Executes the administrative authority and visionary leadership for the TRiO grants to achieve the goals of the grant and ensure alignment to GateWay's strategic plan. Oversee the Student Services Analysts for the TRiO program; Leads the collaboration with key multiple GateWay divisions (including Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Institutional Effectiveness, and the GateWay Executive Team, and the District Grants Office). Aligns leadership with regulatory compliance in all aspects of GateWay's TRiO grants including the development, analysis and submission of required reports and communication to the U.S. Department of Education. Manages the Student Services Analysts to prepare technical reports, data collection and management of student information systems and databases.
20% - Implements grant activities to meet objectives, including strategies to recruit eligible students into the TRiO programs (Student Support Services and Upward Bound); Oversees key services to develop students in the following areas: career exploration, personal growth, life skills, and college entrance and success; Manages the staff conducting program orientations and workshops and any volunteer activities and supports staff in maintaining a case management approach to enhance UB and SSS participants' experiences; Oversees the development of programming/curriculum for SSS and UB programs and follow-up surveys/post-program evaluations; Manages the key services to increase academic success and student retention.
15% - Communicates TRiO progress regularly across the College with key stakeholders to discuss grant activities, progress and challenges. Leads regular monthly meetings with TRIO UB project staff; schedule meetings with the Project Administrator and the Grants Office to discuss challenges or concerns; Communicates grant achievements and discusses modifications.
15% - Approves and monitors all TRiO budget expenditures and complete internal budget and fiscal accountability reports. Ensures project spending is on track and is compliant with the approved grant budget. Oversee program purchasing.
10% - Performs other duties as assigned and related to TRIO grant goals, as authorized or requested.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, sociology, business administration or related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible student services or related experience that includes such things as administration of policies and procedures, program oversight and two (2) years of supervisory experience.
OR
An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.
Desired Qualifications
A. Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business or public administration, social work, psychology, or related area
B. At least (2) two years of work experience in a TRiO or similar student success/retention program assisting underrepresented students in an educational setting
C. Experience directing program activities and working collaboratively with internal and external partners
D. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred
E. Experience with student services, including advisement, enrollment, financial aid, or related area
F. Three (3) years of project management experience with TRiO grants (or similar programs) including budget management in a higher education setting
G. Experience with the U.S. Department of Education regulations and TRiO program policies ( or similar policies and regulations)
H. Experience overcoming barriers to post-secondary education faced by underrepresented students, such as being low income or first generation, as demonstrated in the applicant's cover letter
Special Working Conditions
Will be required to travel or be assigned to all GateWay locations Will require some evenings or weekends May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen May be required to lift or carry up to #25 lbs MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.
Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.
Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.
Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.
Posting Close Date
Open until filled
First Review 10/29/2024
Applications received after the review date may not be screened
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.
The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.
To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=320730&PostingSeq=1
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