Director, Talent Search & Student Pathways

SE; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Oklahoma State University in Durant, OK, seeks a program administrator to lead the Talent Search initiative. This role involves staffing, budgeting, and coordinating activities across schools, counselors, and host institutions to support disadvantaged youth in education and postsecondary planning.

Ideal candidate has a Master’s in a related field and 5+ years in TRIO/education program administration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Five or more years of experience in education or TRIO programs.
• Experience in administration and budgetary skills.

Responsibilities

• Select and train a qualified staff.
• Implement Talent Search program goals with host institution staff.
• Plan and publicize Talent Search goals and services.
• Supervise, monitor and evaluate all project activities.
• Authorize and account for all budgetary expenditures.
• Maintain positive public relations with participants and staff.
• Develop relationships with area business and industry contacts.
• Organize services from 6th to 12th grade.
• Coordinate campus trips and field activities for curriculum needs.
• Coordinate activities among schools, counselors and centers.
• Maintain confidential participant files and APR submissions.
• Perform duties per U.S. Department of Education guidelines.

Skills

Staff management

Budget oversight

Program administration

Youth outreach

Education

Master's degree in Education and Guidance, Counseling and Guidance, Public Relations/Communications; or related field

5+ years of experience in education or TRIO programs

Job description

Southeast Oklahoma State University in Durant, OK, seeks a program administrator to lead the Talent Search initiative. This role involves staffing, budgeting, and coordinating activities across schools, counselors, and host institutions to support disadvantaged youth in education and postsecondary planning.

Ideal candidate has a Master’s in a related field and 5+ years in TRIO/education program administration.