TRiO Program Specialist

TRiO Program Specialist Job no: 495815 Closes: 11/16/2026 5:55:00 AM Work Type:
Staff Full-Time Locations:
Lafayette, LA Categories:
Student Affairs

College:South Louisiana Community College

Department:Academic & Student Affairs

Sub department:Student Success Center

Type of Appointment:Unclassified - Administrative/Staff

Salary:$40,000.00 - $46,8000

• Develops a comprehensive data base of community partners in support of the target population.
• Maintains an electronic database of student files.
• Maintains adequate program records and documentation to ensure accountability, audit readiness, and quality evaluation.
• Submits monthly, quarterly, semester, and annual compliance and performance reports.
• Ensures all materials needed for outreach activities and events are available and sufficient.
• Monitors the academic progress, persistence, and retention of program participants.
• Provides intrusive advising, counseling, mentoring, and support services to participants.
• Performs any other related duties as required or assigned. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations, educational institutions, and other partners that support the recruitment, engagement, and success of eligible TRIO participants.
• Maintains accurate electronic records and databases of participant files, services provided, and program activities.
• Ensures program records, documentation, and participant data are maintained in accordance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and program requirements.
• Assists with the preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, semester, annual, and other required reports related to program compliance, performance, and outcomes.
• Coordinates and supports outreach, recruitment, educational, cultural, and enrichment activities, ensuring necessary materials, resources, and logistics are in place.
• Monitors participant engagement, progress, and program participation to support achievement of program objectives and performance measures.
• Provides advising, mentoring, referrals, resource navigation, and other support services appropriate to program goals and participant needs.
• Assists with program evaluation, data collection, tracking, and assessment activities to measure effectiveness and support continuous improvement.

• Adheres to applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies, and regulations in order to meet recruitment and contractual performance goals.
• Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information associated with prospective applicants and program participants.
• Provides outstanding customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Predictable and reliable attendance is required in order to provide consistency and continuity of services. Maintains compliance with applicable federal, state, local, institutional, and program regulations, policies, procedures, and grant requirements.
• Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion in handling sensitive, confidential, and protected participant information.
• Provides high-quality customer service and fosters positive relationships with participants, families, campus partners, community stakeholders, and the public.
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing, with the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and flexibility in carrying out assigned responsibilities, including maintaining regular attendance and supporting program activities as needed.
• Supports the mission, goals, objectives, and performance outcomes of TRIO Programs through a participant-centered approach to service delivery.

• Assists the Program Manager with developing and disseminating flyers, brochures, and web content regarding program services, goals, objectives, successes, and outcomes.
• Assists the Program Manager with program development and strategic planning, and monitoring outreach priorities and progress towards department goals.
• Serves as program advocate and liaison to internal and external constituents.
• Assists with the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of program services, activities, and initiatives designed to support participant success and achievement of grant objectives.
• Assists in creating and disseminating program communications, outreach materials, presentations, and informational resources to promote program…