Associate Director, College Access & Summer Programs

University of Massachusetts Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Boston seeks an Associate Director to oversee the Upward Bound and Urban Scholars programs. The role focuses on participant recruitment, intake, and holistic advising, with oversight of staffing and summer components on campus.

You will partner with schools and community organizations to provide college access and success programming, supervise staff, and ensure program compliance and reporting to funders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or a closely related field; Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a closely related field preferred.
• Minimum of three‑five (3‑5) years of professional administrative experience and/or teaching within a primary, secondary school or post‑secondary institution.

Responsibilities

• Direct the recruitment, screening, and intake of program participants; manage admissions decisions based on need, academics, and commitment.
• Supervise instructional staff; ensure alignment with Massachusetts Core Curriculum and program objectives.
• Develop and implement program curricula, coordinate English Learner and special education accommodations.
• Coordinate internship components with on/off‑campus employers and place participants accordingly.
• Plan and oversee summer components, including orientation, housing, and course teaching; supervise summer residential operations.

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Boston seeks an Associate Director to oversee the Upward Bound and Urban Scholars programs. The role focuses on participant recruitment, intake, and holistic advising, with oversight of staffing and summer components on campus.

You will partner with schools and community organizations to provide college access and success programming, supervise staff, and ensure program compliance and reporting to funders.