College Access & Talent Search Director

Gannon University; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gannon University is seeking a GO College Director to lead a team of advisors and coordinators across Erie High School, Erie Cyber Academy, Collegiate Academy and Strong Vincent Middle School to provide career and post-secondary information and access for students while ensuring grant objectives are met.

The role requires developing diverse programs, coordinating staff and data management, budgeting, and collaborating with the Erie School District and university partners.

Qualifications

• Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.
• Experience with TRIO programs or similar college/career access programs.
• Experience with databases and MS programs

Responsibilities

• 1. Manage the GO College Advisory/Coordinator staff at Erie High School, Collegiate Academy, Strong Vincent Middle School, and Erie Cyber School.
• 2. Maintain grant compliance according to the 2026-31 Talent Search Grant.
• 3. Manage all program data and records including daily contact logs, financial receipts/reports, Annual Performance Reports, program activities/events, student lists, etc.
• 4. Manage student applications and mandatory student file content.
• 5. Maintain compliance with the Department of Education/Labor, The Erie School District, and Gannon University.
• 6. Budget management including monthly reporting, yearly budget creation and reporting to the Dept. of Education/Labor.
• 8. Meet with partnering schools’ principals and staff to plan annual events such as FAFSA Week, College Fairs, etc.
• 9. Work with staff to plan campus visits, career-related events, summer programming, Freshman Simulation Day, and community outreach.
• 10. Develop relevant and diverse programming for all levels of students to fulfill the mission of the grant (college access/workforce development).
• 11. Promote the GO College program with informational videos, social media, school orientations/open-houses, and community events.
• 12. Manage and maintain digital platforms such as Blumen Database, Infinite Campus via the Erie School District, and Text Request texting program.
• 13. Supplementary Grant research and writing.
• 14. Meet with and report program progress to Gannon University supervisor.
• 15. Hire new staff including advisor/coordinators, tutors, and interns.
• 16. Manage the dual enrollment program.

Job description

Gannon University is seeking a GO College Director to lead a team of advisors and coordinators across Erie High School, Erie Cyber Academy, Collegiate Academy and Strong Vincent Middle School to provide career and post-secondary information and access for students while ensuring grant objectives are met.

The role requires developing diverse programs, coordinating staff and data management, budgeting, and collaborating with the Erie School District and university partners.