Project Director-TRIO Student Support Services STEM Health Sciences

Project Director-TRIO Student Support Services STEM Health Sciences

Category: Administrative

Department: Academic Affairs

Locations: Worcester, MA

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Position : 194137

The TRIO-Student Support Services STEM program is a U.S. Department of Education grant-funded program. The program provides academic support services for disadvantaged students and is designed to increase the retention and graduation rates of eligible students enrolled at Quinsigamond Community College. The QCC project will focus on Health Sciences, with a goal of supporting students entering health care careers and academic programs.

The Project Director is a full-time position housed within Academic Affairs. The director is responsible for the management and implementation of the TRIO - Student Support Services STEM Project, oversight, program budget and program evaluation. This position is fully grant-funded and is contingent upon the availability of grant funding.

Reports to the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs

TRIO SSS STEM Health Sciences Counselor and/or other employees as assigned.

• Implement Quinsigamond Community College's TRIO SSS STEM Health Sciences project, ensuring targeted support for students pursuing careers in Nursing, Respiratory Care, Radiologic Technology, and other health-related fields.
• Manage the TRIO SSS STEM Health Sciences grant in full compliance with federal regulations, with a focus on improving retention, graduation, and transfer outcomes for Health Sciences students.
• Recruit students into the TRIO SSS STEM Health Sciences project, prioritizing those interested in healthcare pathways and ensuring the project meets its service targets.
• Provide direct support to students enrolled in the TRIO SSS STEM Health Sciences project, including academic advising, transfer planning, and assistance navigating healthcare program requirements.
• Maintain and disseminate operational policies and procedures tailored to the needs of Health Sciences students within the TRIO SSS STEM framework.
• Manage the budget specific to the TRIO SSS STEM Health Sciences grant, ensuring resources are allocated to support student success in healthcare programs.
• Oversee student records and data tracking as required by the TRIO grant, with emphasis on academic progress and transfer readiness in Health Sciences disciplines.
• Utilize electronic and social networking tools to engage Health Sciences students, promote project services, and share relevant academic and career resources.
• Establish evaluation processes to measure the effectiveness of the TRIO SSS STEM Health Sciences project in supporting student achievement and program goals.
• Prepare and submit progress reports to the U.S. Department of Education, highlighting outcomes and impact specific to Health Sciences student populations.
• Develop and conduct workshops tailored to Health Sciences students, including topics such as clinical readiness, transfer planning, and healthcare career pathways.
• Meet regularly with enrolled students, Health Sciences faculty, and project staff to coordinate support services and ensure alignment with academic and career goals.
• Disseminate project announcements through multiple communication channels, including social media, with targeted messaging for students in Nursing, Respiratory Care, and Radiologic Technology.
• Monitor student progress toward completion of Health Sciences programs and successful transfer to bachelor's degree programs in healthcare-related fields.
• Collaborate with other departments, including Admissions, Advising, and Health Sciences faculty, to ensure comprehensive support for TRIO students.
• Partner with other student success programs on campus, such as SUCCESS and the First-Gen Student Support Center, to identify alignments and foster collaboration.
• Participate in college-wide events such as weekend and evening enrollment events and New Student Orientations, with a focus on outreach to students interested in healthcare careers.
• Serve on college-wide committees to foster collaboration and advocate for the needs of Health…