Educational Access Lead — Talent Search Programs

Creighton University; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Creighton University in Omaha seeks an Assistant Director for Educational Access to lead Talent Search services for out-of-school youth and young adults ages 18–27, promoting GED completion, postsecondary enrollment, workforce readiness, and long-term mobility.

Collaborating with community partners, adult education providers, and colleges, you will expand opportunities for eligible low-income and first-generation participants while ensuring TRIO regulations compliance and guiding admissions,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, student affairs, social work, or related field.
• Minimum of three years experience with college access or TRIO programs.
• Experience with low income, first-generation, or underrepresented students.
• Knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, FAFSA, scholarships, and career planning.
• Experience with program coordination, data management, and federal grant compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, databases, and student information systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to target schools and program events.

Responsibilities

• Recruit eligible low income and first‑generation young adults into the Talent Search program and provide individualized educational planning, career coaching, and career readiness services.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with adult education providers, workforce development agencies, community colleges, universities, employers, nonprofits, and social services.
• Assist participants with GED enrollment and completion, adult basic education, English language learning referrals, workforce certifications, apprenticeships, and vocational training opportunities.
• Develop and implement program goals, objectives, and activities addressing educational needs of adult learners and guide through admissions, financial aid, FAFSA, scholarships, and enrollment.
• Provide case management and ongoing follow up; maintain confidential records per regulations and institutional requirements.
• Assist the Director with daily administration of the Talent Search program, grant objectives, data collection, compliance, workshops, and special projects.
• Contribute to Student Success initiatives supporting persistence, retention, and Creighton student success.

Skills

Educational equity

College access

Leadership

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Relationship building

Diversity commitment

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, student affairs, social work, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Student information systems

Job description

Creighton University in Omaha seeks an Assistant Director for Educational Access to lead Talent Search services for out-of-school youth and young adults ages 18–27, promoting GED completion, postsecondary enrollment, workforce readiness, and long-term mobility.

Collaborating with community partners, adult education providers, and colleges, you will expand opportunities for eligible low-income and first-generation participants while ensuring TRIO regulations compliance and guiding admissions,