Assistant Director & Counselor, Upward Bound Math & Science

Tougaloo College; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Tougaloo College seeks an Assistant Director/Counselor to lead the Upward Bound Math & Science Program, directing staff and participants and coordinating program activities. The role requires strong leadership and experience with low-income, first-generation students. The position is 12-month contractual, reporting to the TRIO Director.

Responsibilities include budgeting, grant reporting, proposal development, and data-driven evaluation, with travel for meetings and conferences as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Guidance & Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• At least three years of relevant program or staff leadership experience.
• Experience working with low-income, first-generation students.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all program activities and educational events.
• Lead the program and manage staff and participants.
• Assist with proposal development and budget management.
• Prepare reports, budgets, and evaluation data; travel as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Budget management

Grant writing

Reporting

Staff supervision

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree

Guidance & Counseling

Job description

Tougaloo College seeks an Assistant Director/Counselor to lead the Upward Bound Math & Science Program, directing staff and participants and coordinating program activities. The role requires strong leadership and experience with low-income, first-generation students. The position is 12-month contractual, reporting to the TRIO Director.

Responsibilities include budgeting, grant reporting, proposal development, and data-driven evaluation, with travel for meetings and conferences as needed.