Grant Administrator Upward Bound Math & Science

Texas State Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 49,084 - 53,992; Full time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College is seeking a Grant Administrator for the Upward Bound Math & Science program. This role involves planning, implementing, and managing all aspects of the grant program while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and college requirements.

The ideal candidate should possess a Master's degree and have at least two years of experience in TRIO or migrant programs. Knowledge of federal grant operations, strong organizational skills, and bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two to three years of experience in TRIO and/or migrant programs.
• Professional experience in an educational related field.
• Experience overcoming barriers faced by program participants.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and manage all aspects of the grant program.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and college requirements.
• Administer the grant process including recruitment and tracking.
• Monitor expenditures and reconcile budgets.
• Develop and maintain an evaluation plan.

Skills

Knowledge of federal grant programs

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Strong organizational skills

Project management skills

Managerial skills in budget planning

Education

Master's degree from an accredited institution

Job description

We are seeking a Grant Administrator for the Upward Bound Math & Science program. The role is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing all aspects of the grant program, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and college requirements.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate TSTC Core values with stakeholders and students.
• Administer the grant process including recruitment, selection, tracking, and documentation.
• Maintain fiscal accountability, compile reports for the TSTC Office of Sponsored Programs and the U.S. Department of Education.
• Manage day‑to‑day program activities, collect and analyze data on program performance and student progress.
• Ensure services comply with Department of Education regulations.
• Monitor expenditures, reconcile budgets, and submit invoices.
• Prepare, analyze, and submit required reports to the TSTC Office of Sponsored Programs and the U.S. Department of Education.
• Review and approve curriculum implementation for student sessions/activity.
• Facilitate workshops, retreats, enrichment trips, service learning projects, and employer tours.
• Identify and resolve problems and conflicts for enrolled students.
• Develop and maintain an evaluation plan; hire, supervise, and evaluate project staff.
• Organize staff meetings and provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring.
• Travel for professional development, student enrichment trips, leadership retreats, and cultural excursions.
• Represent the grant program at local, state, and national organizations and agencies.
• Co‑ordinate with principals, counselors, teachers, industry partners, and agencies.
• Establish positive relationships with school districts, agencies, and employers to meet program objectives.
• Collaborate with TSTC staff to support student success and retention.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two to three years of experience in TRIO and/or migrant programs, student services, or academic support for disadvantaged students.
• Professional experience in an educational related field.
• Knowledge of federal grant programs and operations.
• Managerial skills in budget planning.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish with excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Experience overcoming barriers similar to those faced by program participants.
• Committed to program goals and objectives and student achievement.
• Creative and innovative thinker that presents new opportunities and recommends best practices.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.

Salary

Hiring Range: $49,084.31 – $53,992.74 USD Annual. Final salary will be based on qualifications and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TSTC is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status.