Director, Civic Engagement & Student Success

Georgia State University; Clarkston (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

Georgia State University, Perimeter College, Clarkston Campus, invites applications for a Director, Civic Engagement. The role leads a grant-funded program, guiding educational advising, college admission assistance, and financial literacy services for participating students.

The successful candidate will oversee operations, budgets, and compliance with TRIO and federal requirements, while building partnerships with technical colleges and community organizations to expand access to higher

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in education, guidance and counseling, student personnel services or related field with five years related work experience.
• Combination of work experience, including training and education, may be substituted for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the Plan of Operation and leads direct reports to deliver advising services to ~340 of 1,160 participants yearly.
• Manages the project's budget and reviews expenditures for allowability and alignment with grant requirements.
• Ensures participant eligibility per federal regulations and documented records.
• Develops strategic partnerships with area colleges and internal units to advance program goals.
• Monitors formative data and annual evaluation; submits performance reports to the U.S. Department of Education.
• Trains and supervises staff; ensures annual TRIO training compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Strategic partnerships

Staff supervision

Educational advising

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Georgia State University, Perimeter College, Clarkston Campus, invites applications for a Director, Civic Engagement. The role leads a grant-funded program, guiding educational advising, college admission assistance, and financial literacy services for participating students.

The successful candidate will oversee operations, budgets, and compliance with TRIO and federal requirements, while building partnerships with technical colleges and community organizations to expand access to higher