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Southeastern Community College

Program Director, TRIO Student Support Services (SSS)

Southeastern Community College, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Program Director, TRIO Student Support Services (SSS)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.Position InformationJob Title: Program Director, TRIO Student Support Services (SSS)Job Description:The TRIO SSS Program Director is responsible for overall program development, implementation, administration, and reporting functions of the federally funded TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) grant project at SCC. The SSS program annually serves 250 participants across the entire College service district who are deemed eligible per federal guidelines (low income/first-generation) and are selected into the program based on their educational goals and ability to comply with program expectations (persistence, retention, graduation, transfer, completion of bachelor’s). The Project Director is specifically responsible for fiscal management, staff selection & supervision, program development, coordination & management of program services, recruitment, & selection of Participants, direct advising & services to Participants, & overseeing compliance with federal regulations.This position is a full-time position (261 work days per year) and is based on our West Burlington campus. The starting salary is $55,000.00 per year. Benefits include medical, dental & vision insurance, $50,000 life insurance, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid discretionary leave, 15 days vacation, paid spring and holiday breaks and participation in IPERS or TIAA - CREF retirement plan.The TRIO SSS Program Director must have the ability and mobility to service both campuses; travel to other areas nationally, regionally, state and throughout the college district required. Must be able to work on a basis of “available as work demands” in addition to a fixed schedule, which will include evenings and weekends. In addition, the individual in this position will actively promote a positive image for the college district.The TRIO SSS Program Director will abide by the employment contract and relevant policies and guidelines of the Board of Trustees. Employment is contingent upon the continuation of grant funding.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Commitment to Southeastern Community College’s mission, vision, values and goals.Learn and embrace the comprehensive community college philosophy and related Iowa Code and Federal TRiO Grant (DOE) regulations.Learn, apply, and role-model all SCC policies and procedures, including but not limited to the strategic goals and expectations of accountability within the Student Services Division and Student Support Center department.Embrace and support constructive change; work efficiently and effectively to improve SSS program and related college operations.Contribute toward building a positive team working environment within SSS and the Success Center Department; treat others with respect and compassion as a representative of SCC.Apply ethical standards to work situations; make work decisions in accordance with SCC’s values and goals; show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and promote a harassment-free environment.Develop, implement and/or coordinate SSS activities and services to ensure project objectives are achieved or exceeded.Manage annual budget to utilize resources efficiently and effectively.Hire, train, supervise and evaluate performance of SSS program staff.Coordinate on-going data collection and record maintenance to ensure compliance with federal reporting requirements.Accurately interpret APR (Annual Performance Report) directions, and perform the collection, review, data-entry, and submission of program results in coordination with other program staff.Assist in the development of competitive grant proposals.Coordinate development and delivery of promotional strategies to recruit eligible students.Maintain minimum caseload requirements providing direct services to SSS participants.Conduct interviews and needs assessment with prospective participants.Verify student eligibility and admit students into the program.Ensure accurate and timely documentation of services and performance in compliance with federal regulations.Advocate for SSS program and collaborate with appropriate college departments to meet the needs of SSS participants.Supervise the monitoring of student academic progress and follow-up conferences.Travel required with ability to work evenings and weekends.Every five years, write TRIO SSS Grant Proposal to regain funding for the program.Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Doctoral Degree Preferred; Master’s Degree required in education, college services, community education, social work, public administration, or related field from an accredited college or university.Minimum of three (3) years’ experience preferred in the areas of staff supervision; budget management; program development and evaluation; reporting and compliance with federal regulations.Minimum of five (5) years’ direct related experience preferred with federal TRIO programs, academic advising and academic support programs, first-year experience programs, or similar programs for disadvantaged individuals.Ability to plan, administer, and manage academic success and educational opportunity related programs.Knowledge of barriers to postsecondary education faced by low-income and first-generation college students.Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred.Preferred Qualifications:Physical Demands:Must have the ability and mobility to service both campuses; travel to other areas nationally, regionally, state and throughout the college district required. Must be able to work on a basis of “available as work demands” in addition to a fixed schedule, which will include evenings and weekends.EEO Statement Summary:It is the policy of Southeastern Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, employment, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices.

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