Job Description

Purpose of Position
Directs, coordinates, implements, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of projects within area of assigned responsibility.

Essential Functions

Promotes organization policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations; advises University personnel regarding the development and implementation of regulatory strategy, potential areas of regulatory concern, and new government/regulatory developments.

Complies with Upward Bound (UB) and Upward Bound Math Science (UBMS) grant goals and objectives and fulfills activities and requirements expressed in the proposals including reporting and assessment measures.

Directs preparation of directives to division or department supervisor outlining policy, program, or operational changes to be implemented.

Coordinates activities of divisions or departments to effect operational efficiency and economy.

Develops short and long-range plans, conceptual designs, and capital outlay (budget) requirements and documentation for assigned area(s).

Develops, implements, and provides training policies, standards, guidelines, and security monitoring processes in relation to general control, privacy regulations, and development and operation of the University’s infrastructure.

Monitors the formulation and coordination of projects or event specifications, requirements for contracts and proposals, and associated documents; serves as technical director for events held in facilities of assigned responsibility; reviews and negotiates contracts and provides accurate cost estimates.

Reviews and approves documentation relating to projects or events and needs specific to assigned area(s).

Reviews cost factors and estimates used in planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.

Understands department’s role in accomplishing the University’s mission.

Compiles and submits reports as required by management, state, local, and federal regulatory agencies.

Acts as liaison between department and internal or external partners.

Participates in various committees, professional trainings, industry conferences, and conventions.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws including hiring, developing and evaluating personnel.

Note: Occasional traveling required.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Master’s Degree required in education, counseling public administration, or a STEM field related to the project objective from an accredited college/university.

and

Experience:

Three years of related experience and/or training to the essential duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

At least 5 years of experience with federal TRIO programs, academic support programs, or similar programs for disadvantages students.

Experience designing, managing, or implementing similar projects serving low-income and potential first generation college students.

Experience providing academic advising services, non-cognitive skills, college, STEM career, financial aid, and economic literacy to secondary school students (grades 9-12).

Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those facing project participants.



Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in education, counseling public administration, or a STEM field related to the project objective from an accredited college/university.

Bilingual: English and Spanish.

Note: This position requires a valid state issued drivers license.