Director, EngageKY College Coaches

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* Position Title:

** Director, EngageKY Kentucky College Coaches
** Position Type:
** Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
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* About the Role:

** The Program Director (PD) for the Kentucky College Coaches program leads a team of two program managers, a statewide team of Field Support Specialists (FSS) each covering a distinct region of Kentucky and supporting Ameri Corps coaches. The PD sets the tone for how the KCC team works together, follows Ameri Corps guidelines, grant and university regulations, and relationship-builder for the KCC program.

This includes managing key partnerships, overseeing federal grant compliance, stewarding the program budget, and representing EngageKY at state and national convenings

EngageKY is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and mission-driven Program Director for Kentucky College Coaches (KCC) to lead a statewide college-access and service program designed to help Kentucky students navigate their paths to college, persistence, and career success.  The Program Director provides strategic and operational leadership for a complex, statewide program that includes two program managers, six Field Support Specialists, 60–90 college coaches, and approximately 110 peer leaders.  

This role sets the tone for team culture, ensures high-quality and consistent program implementation, stewards grant resources, and builds strong relationships with key partners across Kentucky and beyond.  The ideal candidate is a thoughtful leader who can balance people, partnerships, budgets, compliance, and program performance while keeping students and community impact at the center of the work.  
** What You’ll Do*
* ** Lead Teams and Build a Strong Culture*
* * Provide leadership and oversight to two program managers supporting Field Support Specialists, college coaches, and peer leaders.
* Ensure Field Support Specialists are well-supported, appropriately trained, and consistently delivering high-quality support across the state.
* Establish clear expectations, accountability, professional development, and a strong sense of belonging across the KCC team.
* Lead regular team meetings, one-on-ones, and professional development opportunities.
* Partner with EngageKY’s training team to ensure KCC training and events are engaging, values-aligned, and high quality.
* Involve staff in program decisions and create opportunities for team members to contribute ideas and solutions.
* Engage program alumni and peer leaders in meaningful ways that strengthen the KCC community and mission.  
** Manage Grants, Budgets, and Compliance*
* * Oversee the KCC program budget with diligence, transparency, and strategic focus.
* Develop spending projections and strategies to ensure effective and timely use of grant funds.
* Lead the development and submission of budget amendments as needed.
* Ensure compliance with federal, state, organizational, and grant requirements.
* Monitor grant requirements, reporting timelines, and program obligations to maintain strong standing with funders and partners.  
** Build Partnerships and Represent KCC Externally*
* * Work closely with the Executive Director to develop and sustain a strong, mutually beneficial partnership with the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA).
* Support relationships and ongoing communication with Kentucky’s Ameri Corps oversight body.
* Collaborate with the Executive Director and Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS) on program evaluation, reporting, and data-informed decision-making.
* Represent EngageKY and KCC at state and national conferences, coalitions, and partner organizations.
* Develop relationships with organizations working in college access, student persistence, career readiness, service, and related areas.
* Serve as a trusted…