Higher Education Program Director

Sac and Fox Tribe of Iowa; Tama Township (IA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sac and Fox Tribe of Iowa invites applications for a Meskwaki Higher Education Program Director in Tama Township. This exempt, full-time role directs the Higher Education Program, administers BIA funding, reviews student aid applications, and ensures compliance with tribal and federal policies.

Responsibilities include advising students, supervising staff, developing budgets, coordinating college tours, and reporting on funding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field and five years of experience in program development, management and grant writing or equivalent.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, Internet and e-mail.
• Knowledge of higher education advising and advocacy.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record; travel required; background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Meskwaki Higher Education Program.
• Administer BIA Higher Education/Adult Vocational Training/Adult Education programs.
• Review and approve student financial aid applications.
• Research and provide scholarship information to applicants.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress and eligibility for financial assistance.
• Maintain program compliance with tribal and federal codes and policies.
• Provide academic and career advising to participants as needed.
• Supervise Meskwaki Higher Education staff.
• Develop and monitor budgets for the Higher Education Program.
• Submit quarterly, annual and funding reports.
• Coordinate activities to increase interest in higher education and vocational studies.
• Coordinate college/training school tours for potential students.
• Research and provide information on summer college prep programs.
• Serve on boards or committees addressing education issues.

Tools

PC word processing

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Meskwaki Higher Education Program Director Department: Higher Education

Classification: Exempt

Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the Meskwaki Higher Education Program and administer BIA Higher Education/Adult Vocational Training/Adult Education program in accordance with Tribal and Federal laws, procedures and guidelines.
• Review and approve student applications for financial assistance.
• Research and provide available college scholarship information to potential applicants.
• Monitor and evaluate Higher Education and Adult Vocational Training/Adult Education student progress and grades/GPA to determine continued eligibility for financial assistance.
• Maintain program compliance with tribal and federal codes and policies.
• Monitor higher education, adult vocational training, and adult education programs.
• Provide academic and career advising to program participants on an as-needed basis.
• Supervise Meskwaki Higher Education staff.
• Develop, monitor and maintain the Tribal and BIA budgets for the Higher Education Program.
• Submit quarterly, annual and funding reports as required.
• Develop, coordinate and assist in program activities to increase interest in higher education and vocational studies.
• Coordinate college/training school tours for potential students.
• Research and provide available summer college preparation programs for potential students.
• Serve on boards or committees to address education issues at the local, state, regional or national level.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field and five years of experience in program development, management and grant writing OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Be knowledgeable and proficient in P.C. word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in teambuilding and teamwork.
• Possess a general knowledge of higher education advising and advocacy in an educational setting.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
• Travel required with some after-hours and weekend work.
• Submit to and successfully complete a background investigation.

Supervision:

• Supervised by the Executive Director.

Salary level:

• Annual Salary Range: $66,102- $93,204