The Pennsylvania State University
Assistant Director - TRIO Upward Bound Programs East
The Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
Penn State's Upward Bound Programs (UBP) in the Office of Educational Equity is inviting applications for the position of
Assistant Director - East . Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance and helps students succeed in precollege performance and higher education pursuits.
UBP Serves High school students in the Hazleton, Mifflin County, Mount Union, Newport, Reading, and Steelton-Highspire School Districts who come from low-income families, and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor’s degree. The goal is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from postsecondary education.
Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, assess, and supervise significant components of Upward Bound Programs, including academic programming for weekend academies and the six-week summer residence component.
Oversee full-time UBP staff working in the Hazleton and Reading School Districts; travel to these schools weekly to work with students and staff.
Work within a loosely structured framework with defined outcome objectives; exercise independent judgment to meet priorities set by the UBP Director.
Establish positive rapport and communication with program staff, university staff and faculty, target schoolteachers and administrators, parents, and community members.
Take a leadership role in program assessment and evaluation, including facilitating the collection of outcome results for federal annual performance reports.
Qualifications and Competencies
Outstanding interpersonal verbal and written communications.
Effective analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Evidence of effective personnel management and leadership.
History of successful grant writing.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple complex tasks and meet deadlines.
Education and Experience Minimally requires a Master’s Degree and six (6) years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience planning, coordinating, and supervising instructional services and developing curriculum at the high school or college level; qualitative and quantitative evaluation; UB or similar equity program; with Excel, databases, and social media platforms; and communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and ages. Experience working with federally funded TRIO Programs is preferred but not required.
Schedule and Travel
Must work one Saturday per month from September through May.
Significant summer obligations in June and July.
Weekend and evening work frequently required.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies.
Clearances PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. The position requires operating a motor vehicle as part of job duties; a valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check are required in addition to clearances.
Appointment Details This is a
term appointment
funded for one year from the start date with an excellent opportunity for renewal.
Additional Information Applicants should expect that while some remote work is possible, their presence will be required in University Park on a regular basis.
Application Instructions Please submit a
resume
and
cover letter
to apply. Candidates who do not submit a cover letter will not be considered.
Equity and Compliance The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s mission.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is
$51,000.00 - $74,000.00 .
Campus Security and EEO Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State policies and safety information are available here.
Campus crime statistics and annual security report information are available as required by law.
Location: University Park, PA
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Assistant Director - East . Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance and helps students succeed in precollege performance and higher education pursuits.
UBP Serves High school students in the Hazleton, Mifflin County, Mount Union, Newport, Reading, and Steelton-Highspire School Districts who come from low-income families, and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor’s degree. The goal is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from postsecondary education.
Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, assess, and supervise significant components of Upward Bound Programs, including academic programming for weekend academies and the six-week summer residence component.
Oversee full-time UBP staff working in the Hazleton and Reading School Districts; travel to these schools weekly to work with students and staff.
Work within a loosely structured framework with defined outcome objectives; exercise independent judgment to meet priorities set by the UBP Director.
Establish positive rapport and communication with program staff, university staff and faculty, target schoolteachers and administrators, parents, and community members.
Take a leadership role in program assessment and evaluation, including facilitating the collection of outcome results for federal annual performance reports.
Qualifications and Competencies
Outstanding interpersonal verbal and written communications.
Effective analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Evidence of effective personnel management and leadership.
History of successful grant writing.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple complex tasks and meet deadlines.
Education and Experience Minimally requires a Master’s Degree and six (6) years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience planning, coordinating, and supervising instructional services and developing curriculum at the high school or college level; qualitative and quantitative evaluation; UB or similar equity program; with Excel, databases, and social media platforms; and communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and ages. Experience working with federally funded TRIO Programs is preferred but not required.
Schedule and Travel
Must work one Saturday per month from September through May.
Significant summer obligations in June and July.
Weekend and evening work frequently required.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies.
Clearances PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. The position requires operating a motor vehicle as part of job duties; a valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check are required in addition to clearances.
Appointment Details This is a
term appointment
funded for one year from the start date with an excellent opportunity for renewal.
Additional Information Applicants should expect that while some remote work is possible, their presence will be required in University Park on a regular basis.
Application Instructions Please submit a
resume
and
cover letter
to apply. Candidates who do not submit a cover letter will not be considered.
Equity and Compliance The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s mission.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is
$51,000.00 - $74,000.00 .
Campus Security and EEO Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State policies and safety information are available here.
Campus crime statistics and annual security report information are available as required by law.
Location: University Park, PA
#J-18808-Ljbffr