College Access Program Director - TRIO Talent Search

Gannon University; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Gannon University seeks a GO College Director for Erie, PA, to lead advisory staff across multiple schools and ensure compliance with Talent Search grants while advancing college access initiatives.

The role champions the University’s mission, coordinates data management, budgeting, and program development, and partners with schools to host FAFSA Week, college fairs, and campus visits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree is required.
• Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.
• Preferred experience with TRIO programs or similar college/career access programs, and with databases and MS programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the GO College Advisory/Coordinator staff at Erie High School, Collegiate Academy, Strong Vincent Middle School, and Erie Cyber School.
• Maintain grant compliance according to the 2026-31 Talent Search Grant.
• Manage program data and records including logs, receipts, reports, and student lists.
• Oversee student applications and mandatory file content.
• Maintain compliance with DoE/DoL, the Erie School District, and Gannon University.
• Budget management including monthly reporting and annual budget creation.
• Manage purchasing including student materials.
• Plan annual events with partnering schools (FAFSA Week, College Fairs).
• Plan campus visits, career-related events, summer programming, and outreach.
• Develop diverse programming to fulfill grant goals (college access/workforce development).
• Promote the GO College program via videos, social media, orientations/open houses, and community events.
• Manage digital platforms such as Blumen Database, Infinite Campus, and Text Request.

Skills

Grant management

Budgeting

Team leadership

Data management

Community outreach

Program development

Education

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

Databases

Job description

Gannon University seeks a GO College Director for Erie, PA, to lead advisory staff across multiple schools and ensure compliance with Talent Search grants while advancing college access initiatives.

The role champions the University’s mission, coordinates data management, budgeting, and program development, and partners with schools to host FAFSA Week, college fairs, and campus visits.