Director, College Access & Pathways Programs

Florida Gulf Coast University; North Lake Village (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) seeks a Director, Pre-College Access & Pathways, to provide strategic leadership for CROP, Scholars, and TRIO Talent Search. The role oversees program development, grant management, budgeting, staff supervision, assessment and reporting to advance college access and student success.

The Director will build partnerships with educational institutions and community organizations, ensure compliance with federal/state/university requirements, and guide

Qualifications

• Twelve years of direct full-time experience or a Master’s degree plus six years of related experience.
• Experience with federal student programs and TRIO programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage grant applications and renewals across four grants.
• Oversee administrative operations and translate goals into initiatives.
• Develop budgets for CROP, Scholars, and TRIO Talent Search.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and university requirements.
• Supervise staff, set performance standards, and conduct evaluations.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, community organizations, and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Cross-team collaboration

Decision making

Education

Master's degree in Education/ Counseling/ Human Services

Six years of related full-time experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) seeks a Director, Pre-College Access & Pathways, to provide strategic leadership for CROP, Scholars, and TRIO Talent Search. The role oversees program development, grant management, budgeting, staff supervision, assessment and reporting to advance college access and student success.

The Director will build partnerships with educational institutions and community organizations, ensure compliance with federal/state/university requirements, and guide