Director of Upward Bound Math and Science

Director of Upward Bound Math and Science

Fayetteville State University’s Office of College Access Programs is designed to provide low income/potential first‑generation college students (enrolled in grades 6‑12) with academic support services that will enhance their academic skills, thereby ensuring that these students will complete high school and enroll in and complete programs of postsecondary education.

The TRIO Upward Bound Math & Science Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Education for the purpose of providing academic support services to strengthen the math & science skills of participating students. The purpose of TRIO Upward Bound Math & Science is to help students recognize and develop their potential to excel in a field in math and science and to encourage them to pursue post‑secondary degrees in science technology, engineering and math (STEM).

The primary purpose of this position is to oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the TRIO Upward Bound Math & Science Program. The director works with secondary school students to improve their academic preparation and provide academic support sessions to help prepare them for post‑secondary education. In addition, the director develops and implements support services that strengthen the math & science skills of participating students, increase the percentage of high school students who graduate from high school, apply to and enroll into college.

• Master’s degree in Education, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Business Administration, Communications, Mathematics, Science, or a related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of administrative or program management experience in an educational setting.

• Knowledge of college access initiatives and the PK–16 educational pipeline.
• Working knowledge of TRIO regulations, EDGAR, and federal grant requirements.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and build collaborative relationships with schools, families, colleges, and community organizations.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting STEM education, college readiness, and student success.

• Experience managing programs and initiatives designed to prepare low‑income students for college; at least two years administrative experience in an educational setting working with students.
• Experience in grant writing and grant administration, including budget management; experience working with TRIO, or any other college access programs.
• Experience in working with middle and high school students, parents, educators, administrators and teachers.
• Experience working with university administrators and faculty members, public school administrators and teachers.
• Experience collecting and analyzing data using various statistical procedures.
• Experience preparing annual reports and performance reports for funding agencies.
• Experience hiring, training and supervising staff.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

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