DIRECTOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS - (College Assistance Migrant Program & Student Support Services Program)

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Brownsville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Director of Special Programs to oversee the College Assistance Migrant Program and Student Support Services Program. The role requires strong leadership to manage grant-funded initiatives, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and drive student access and success across multiple programs.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, developing program budgets, and cultivating partnerships with internal and external entities.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years’ experience in grant management or program administration.
• One (1) year supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs, manages, and oversees program operations, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and supporting student access, retention, academic success, and college completion initiatives.
• Develops and leads post-secondary transition processes for grant cohort participants.
• Hires, trains, and supervises project personnel and day-to-day activities of assigned programs.
• Supervises student recruitment and selection process to ensure eligible participants benefit from services.
• Supervises activities of the program such as tutoring, workshops, student travel, mentoring, conferences, advisement, etc.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

DIRECTOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS - (College Assistance Migrant Program & Student Support Services Program)

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
*Date of Birth
*Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number SRGV9081

Working Title

Working Title DIRECTOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS - (College Assistance Migrant Program & Student Support Services Program)

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Location

Department

Department College Access & K-12 Partners

FTE

FTE 1.0

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Scope of Job

To manage the operation of assigned grant funded programs, including the College Assistance Migrant Program, Student Support Services Program, and other projects as assigned, exercising independent judgment and authority as required. Responsible for all phases of the assigned programs.

Description of Duties

• Directs, manages, and oversees program operations, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while supporting student access, retention, academic success, and college completion initiatives.
• Develops and leads post-secondary transition processes for grant cohort participants.
• Hires, trains, and supervises project personnel and the day-to-day activities of assigned programs.
• Supervises the student recruitment and selection process to ensure eligible program participants benefit from program services.
• Supervises the various activities of the program such as tutoring, workshops, student travel, mentoring, conferences, advisement, etc.
• Prepares, maintains, and monitors program budget aligned with grant objectives and requirements
• Investigates grant opportunities and drafts proposals and applications.
• Supervises data collection and program evaluation for use in reporting to federal agencies and institutional assessment.
• Develops long and short-term programs aligned with grant objectives
• Represents programs in official functions. Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars related to the program’s mission and goal.
• Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the program.
• Participates in institutional and divisional events, committees, and services.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General direction from the assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Supervises assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or field related to program or project from an accredited University.

Preferred Education

Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or field related to program or project from an accredited University.

Licenses/Certifications

None.

Required Experience

Five (5) years’ experience in field related to program, to include grant management and or program administration and one (1) year supervisory experience.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment, personal computer, and audio/visual equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. Some travel and weekend work is required,. iIncluding traveling with students. travel. Must be able to move between buildings, stoop, bend, lift and reach to set up for workshops, seminars, and presentations. Must be able to travel to local sites for workshops, seminars, and presentations. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley

Other

Must have ability to work under pressure, solve problems, and negotiate. Must possess excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills. Normally usual office environment; particular program or project may require ability to drive a car for local or distant travel for consultation, training, or meetings. May be required to be available for evening and weekend special events.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Employment Category Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

Position Available Date 07/30/2026

Grant Funded Position

Grant Funded Position Yes

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date 06/30/2027

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
*Date of Birth
*Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).