Director of Academic Services & TRIO Programs

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a DIRECTOR-ACADEMIC SERVICES to oversee the complete operation of academic services, including program creation, grant writing, budget development, and staff supervision.

The role requires a Master's degree with four years of related experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage federal grants and reporting. Onsite operation with day shift; TRIO program leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field with four years of related experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Interpersonal skills are essential.
• Leadership abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction to Academic Services including counseling, advising, tutoring, and remedial instruction in math and English.
• Manages department budget and ensures expenditures comply with federal guidelines.
• Oversees personnel functions and supervises staff and tutors; reviews contracts and actions.
• Writes federal grant proposals annually and ensures documentation meets regulations.
• Ensures program participants meet federal eligibility and handles public relations and advertising.
• Maintains follow-up systems, writes Federal Student Performance reports, and analyzes progress.
• Conducts regular program evaluations and reviews service delivery.
• Ensures students in need of financial aid receive appropriate aid or documents reasons for denial.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a DIRECTOR-ACADEMIC SERVICES to oversee the complete operation of academic services, including program creation, grant writing, budget development, and staff supervision.

The role requires a Master's degree with four years of related experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage federal grants and reporting. Onsite operation with day shift; TRIO program leadership.