State of Colorado
Project Director, TRiO Student Support Services
State of Colorado, Louisville, Colorado, United States, 80028
Project Director, TRiO Student Support Services
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Project Director, TRiO Student Support Services
Salary
$65,000.00 - $71,500.00 Annually
Location
Denver County, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
GJD-101710 6/23
Department
Community College of Denver
Opening Date
06/06/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
Primary Physical Work Address
Community College of Denver (CO) 855 Lawrence Parkway Suite 565 Denver, Colorado, 80204
How To Apply
Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.
Department Contact Information
Kissa Saidou She/Her/Hers HR Recruiter and Retention Professional Community College of Denver P: 303-352-6200 F: 303-556-6557
Description
Benefits
Department Information
THIS IS A NON-CLASSIFIED POSITION
GJD-101710 6/23
Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The TRIO Student Support Services Program is a federally funded program that provides academic and personal counseling, career advisement, tutoring, mentoring, and a wide range of activities geared toward the educational enhancement, cultural enrichment, and retention of approximately 261 first-generation, low-income students per year at the Community College of Denver.
The Project Director (PD) reports to the Associate Dean of Student Success and oversees the daily functions of the Student Support Services (SSS) program. The PD is responsible for overseeing the development, administration, and implementation of the program, including supervision and oversight of professional staff, budget management, project evaluation, relations with the Department of Education and all other administrative functions associated with the program.
The PD is also responsible for programmatic and counseling support to meet the program's goals and retention objectives. This includes but is not limited to comprehensive provision of appropriate assessment, evaluation, and counseling services to diverse population of program students, development of student profiles, assisting in the development of the mentoring program and working closely with key program staff, college staff and ancillary departments.
The PD is federally funded and commits 100% of time to the program.
Description of Job
PRIMARY DUTIES
Under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Student Success, the Project Director (PD) will ensure the program is properly administered, evaluated, and will also facilitate the sharing of knowledge and effective coordination with the admissions, registration, and records offices, learning services, technology, and other campus resources.
Grant Oversight
The PD oversees all administrative aspects of the SSS Program to ensure the SSS program is in full compliance with the Higher Education Act, all amendments, and all applicable federal regulations, including EDGAR and OMB circulars. The incumbent develops proposals and prepares all reporting regarding utilization of the grant for the Department of Education (ED), other stakeholders, and ensures the program is meeting all expectations as outlined by the ED and approved grant proposal. The PD communicates with the ED program officer to maintain close working relationships related to the grant and is responsible for gathering all necessary data for the proposal, as well as, submitting the proposal as required by the ED, Federal TRIO Programs. A student database is maintained to ensure accurate participant tracking. The position provides long-range strategic planning and implementation designed to optimize services for participants.
Supervision
The PD hires and supervises professional, hourly, and student staff members and is responsible for developing individual performance goals, setting expectations, and providing supervision of professional staff. The position is also responsible for planning and coordinating professional development opportunities for professional staff members. The PD provides leadership on articulating a vision for SSS and quality customer service philosophy.
Budget Oversight
The PD effectively administers the budget and maintains fiscal records, including monitoring expenditures to ensure they adhere to SSS program goals and objectives. The individual oversees the award of Supplemental Grant Funds to eligible participants and ensures funds are spent according to the Federal Guidelines outline by EDGAR and the OMB circular.
Services for Students
The PD promotes an environment in the program, which encourages the retention and success of students. The position is responsible selection of project participants, which includes supervising and ensuring maintenance of an effective system of admission, monitoring of academic progress and service records on participants in accordance with federal regulations and meets miscellaneous advising and student support needs. In addition, programming is available to assist participants with securing financial aid, developing financial literacy, building academic success skills, and transferring and applying to four- year colleges. Individual services such as advising, counseling, or tutoring, consistent with the SSS program requirements are provided to participants. The position oversees services for SSS participants, including tutoring, course advisement, financial aid and graduate program enrollment counseling, academic counseling, early assistance programming, mid-term check ins, and career services.
Communication with various on and off campus constituents
Coordinates with institutional administrators, faculty, and staff on programmatic needs and procedures and works cooperatively with other departments including Admissions, and Records and Financial Aid, to meet the needs of SSS. The PD disseminates information about the services provided by SSS to the College, making presentations on SSS, and planning functions to promote the program. The position also assists with other college initiatives related to the SSS program.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: (Minimum/Required)
Bachelor’s Degree Required in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a related field.
Experience: (Minimum/Required)
• Ten (10) years of total work experience in education, psychology, business administration or relevant field.
• Five (5) years advising experience in a higher educational setting
• Three (3) years of demonstrated leadership/supervision skills in a higher education setting.
• Three (3) years designing, managing, or implementing an SSS or similar project
• Experience working with first generation, limited income, or students with disabilities.
• Experience working with non-traditional (adult) and underrepresented learners
• Demonstrated understanding and experience using tools such as EDGAR, OMB, HEA
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (Minimum/Required)
• Knowledge of Federal TRIO programs
• Promote student learning and development
• Demonstrated customer service philosophy
• Plan and manage fiscal resources
• Evaluate and coordinate human resources and programs
• Annual goal and objective planning based on the grant objectives, need of population, and institution
• Initiate collaborative interaction with internal and external stakeholders
• Effectively articulate the vision for the for the program as well as the college
• Program and process coordination
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Work in a diverse environment
• Knowledge of issues with low income / first generation students and other minority groups
• Knowledge of community resources
• Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community college environment
• Ability to travel local, regionally, and nationally
• Ability to compile, disaggregate, manipulate, and analyze student data using Excel and other relevant student information systems and platforms, and use this data to plan and guide decision making.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: (preferred)
Master’s degree Required in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a related field. Additionally, a leadership emphasis in the degreed area with two-years counseling in a secondary or post-secondary educational setting focused on low income and first-generation students.
Experience: (preferred)
3 years advising experience in a community college setting.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (preferred)
Bilingual/Spanish, use of student information platforms such as EAB Navigate, Banner, Blumen, Degree Works. Ability to train on the use of these platforms, Knowledge of the guided pathways model, career exploration, and common transfer programs from CCD to Colorado universities.
Licensure/Certification: N/A
Other Considerations:
• Student contact position(s) in sociology, psychology, law
• Development of customer service training for high volume areas
Equipment Used: Phone, cell phone, computer, copy machine, fax, scanner, automobile.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION PROCESS
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under "Primary Duties" and specifically each item under “Minimum Qualifications”; an online application; resume; and transcripts. All candidates, including current Community College of Denver
employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all material listed above.
Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited by the screening committee for interviews. All application materials become the property of Community College of Denver and cannot be copied.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccdwhich includes:
Electronic Application, Click ‘New Resume’ at the bottom of this page
Cover Letter
Resume
References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred
Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable
**All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts
***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
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State of Colorado
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Project Director, TRiO Student Support Services
Salary
$65,000.00 - $71,500.00 Annually
Location
Denver County, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
GJD-101710 6/23
Department
Community College of Denver
Opening Date
06/06/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
Primary Physical Work Address
Community College of Denver (CO) 855 Lawrence Parkway Suite 565 Denver, Colorado, 80204
How To Apply
Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.
Department Contact Information
Kissa Saidou She/Her/Hers HR Recruiter and Retention Professional Community College of Denver P: 303-352-6200 F: 303-556-6557
Description
Benefits
Department Information
THIS IS A NON-CLASSIFIED POSITION
GJD-101710 6/23
Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The TRIO Student Support Services Program is a federally funded program that provides academic and personal counseling, career advisement, tutoring, mentoring, and a wide range of activities geared toward the educational enhancement, cultural enrichment, and retention of approximately 261 first-generation, low-income students per year at the Community College of Denver.
The Project Director (PD) reports to the Associate Dean of Student Success and oversees the daily functions of the Student Support Services (SSS) program. The PD is responsible for overseeing the development, administration, and implementation of the program, including supervision and oversight of professional staff, budget management, project evaluation, relations with the Department of Education and all other administrative functions associated with the program.
The PD is also responsible for programmatic and counseling support to meet the program's goals and retention objectives. This includes but is not limited to comprehensive provision of appropriate assessment, evaluation, and counseling services to diverse population of program students, development of student profiles, assisting in the development of the mentoring program and working closely with key program staff, college staff and ancillary departments.
The PD is federally funded and commits 100% of time to the program.
Description of Job
PRIMARY DUTIES
Under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Student Success, the Project Director (PD) will ensure the program is properly administered, evaluated, and will also facilitate the sharing of knowledge and effective coordination with the admissions, registration, and records offices, learning services, technology, and other campus resources.
Grant Oversight
The PD oversees all administrative aspects of the SSS Program to ensure the SSS program is in full compliance with the Higher Education Act, all amendments, and all applicable federal regulations, including EDGAR and OMB circulars. The incumbent develops proposals and prepares all reporting regarding utilization of the grant for the Department of Education (ED), other stakeholders, and ensures the program is meeting all expectations as outlined by the ED and approved grant proposal. The PD communicates with the ED program officer to maintain close working relationships related to the grant and is responsible for gathering all necessary data for the proposal, as well as, submitting the proposal as required by the ED, Federal TRIO Programs. A student database is maintained to ensure accurate participant tracking. The position provides long-range strategic planning and implementation designed to optimize services for participants.
Supervision
The PD hires and supervises professional, hourly, and student staff members and is responsible for developing individual performance goals, setting expectations, and providing supervision of professional staff. The position is also responsible for planning and coordinating professional development opportunities for professional staff members. The PD provides leadership on articulating a vision for SSS and quality customer service philosophy.
Budget Oversight
The PD effectively administers the budget and maintains fiscal records, including monitoring expenditures to ensure they adhere to SSS program goals and objectives. The individual oversees the award of Supplemental Grant Funds to eligible participants and ensures funds are spent according to the Federal Guidelines outline by EDGAR and the OMB circular.
Services for Students
The PD promotes an environment in the program, which encourages the retention and success of students. The position is responsible selection of project participants, which includes supervising and ensuring maintenance of an effective system of admission, monitoring of academic progress and service records on participants in accordance with federal regulations and meets miscellaneous advising and student support needs. In addition, programming is available to assist participants with securing financial aid, developing financial literacy, building academic success skills, and transferring and applying to four- year colleges. Individual services such as advising, counseling, or tutoring, consistent with the SSS program requirements are provided to participants. The position oversees services for SSS participants, including tutoring, course advisement, financial aid and graduate program enrollment counseling, academic counseling, early assistance programming, mid-term check ins, and career services.
Communication with various on and off campus constituents
Coordinates with institutional administrators, faculty, and staff on programmatic needs and procedures and works cooperatively with other departments including Admissions, and Records and Financial Aid, to meet the needs of SSS. The PD disseminates information about the services provided by SSS to the College, making presentations on SSS, and planning functions to promote the program. The position also assists with other college initiatives related to the SSS program.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: (Minimum/Required)
Bachelor’s Degree Required in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a related field.
Experience: (Minimum/Required)
• Ten (10) years of total work experience in education, psychology, business administration or relevant field.
• Five (5) years advising experience in a higher educational setting
• Three (3) years of demonstrated leadership/supervision skills in a higher education setting.
• Three (3) years designing, managing, or implementing an SSS or similar project
• Experience working with first generation, limited income, or students with disabilities.
• Experience working with non-traditional (adult) and underrepresented learners
• Demonstrated understanding and experience using tools such as EDGAR, OMB, HEA
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (Minimum/Required)
• Knowledge of Federal TRIO programs
• Promote student learning and development
• Demonstrated customer service philosophy
• Plan and manage fiscal resources
• Evaluate and coordinate human resources and programs
• Annual goal and objective planning based on the grant objectives, need of population, and institution
• Initiate collaborative interaction with internal and external stakeholders
• Effectively articulate the vision for the for the program as well as the college
• Program and process coordination
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Work in a diverse environment
• Knowledge of issues with low income / first generation students and other minority groups
• Knowledge of community resources
• Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community college environment
• Ability to travel local, regionally, and nationally
• Ability to compile, disaggregate, manipulate, and analyze student data using Excel and other relevant student information systems and platforms, and use this data to plan and guide decision making.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: (preferred)
Master’s degree Required in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a related field. Additionally, a leadership emphasis in the degreed area with two-years counseling in a secondary or post-secondary educational setting focused on low income and first-generation students.
Experience: (preferred)
3 years advising experience in a community college setting.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (preferred)
Bilingual/Spanish, use of student information platforms such as EAB Navigate, Banner, Blumen, Degree Works. Ability to train on the use of these platforms, Knowledge of the guided pathways model, career exploration, and common transfer programs from CCD to Colorado universities.
Licensure/Certification: N/A
Other Considerations:
• Student contact position(s) in sociology, psychology, law
• Development of customer service training for high volume areas
Equipment Used: Phone, cell phone, computer, copy machine, fax, scanner, automobile.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION PROCESS
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under "Primary Duties" and specifically each item under “Minimum Qualifications”; an online application; resume; and transcripts. All candidates, including current Community College of Denver
employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all material listed above.
Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited by the screening committee for interviews. All application materials become the property of Community College of Denver and cannot be copied.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccdwhich includes:
Electronic Application, Click ‘New Resume’ at the bottom of this page
Cover Letter
Resume
References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred
Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable
**All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts
***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
Agency
State of Colorado
Address
See the full announcement by clicking
the "Printer" icon located above the job title
Location varies by announcement, Colorado, --
Website
https://careers.colorado.gov/
Please verify your email addressVerify Email