Assistant Director, Upward Bound & College Access

Creighton University; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Creighton University in Omaha seeks an Assistant Director to ensure compliance with federal regulations and grant objectives while leading program operations, student services, and community partnerships to boost college access, retention, and success for low-income, first-generation students.

The role collaborates with metro-area high schools, university departments, community organizations, families, and staff to deliver advising, recruit students, and develop pre-college workshops,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, student affairs, social work, or related field; master's preferred.
• Three+ years' experience in college access, TRIO, Upward Bound, or similar programs.
• Experience with low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented student populations.
• Knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, FAFSA, scholarships, and career planning.
• Experience with program coordination, data management, and federal grant compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, databases, and student information systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to schools and events.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, career, and financial aid literacy advising for high school participants.
• Assist students with graduation planning, admissions, FAFSA, scholarships, and career exploration.
• Monitor participant progress through case management, documentation, and follow-up.
• Recruit eligible low-income, first-generation students into Upward Bound programs.
• Develop and implement workshops on college readiness, career planning, financial literacy, leadership and student success.
• Assist in daily administration of the Classic Upward Bound program and grant compliance.
• Assist in supervising the Upward Bound tutoring program.
• Support Student Success divisional efforts to improve persistence and retention.

Job description

Creighton University in Omaha seeks an Assistant Director to ensure compliance with federal regulations and grant objectives while leading program operations, student services, and community partnerships to boost college access, retention, and success for low-income, first-generation students.

The role collaborates with metro-area high schools, university departments, community organizations, families, and staff to deliver advising, recruit students, and develop pre-college workshops,