Program Manager - TRIO Cobb County

Morehouse College; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Morehouse College in Atlanta seeks a Program Manager for the TRiO Upward Bound program. This role involves designing and implementing activities to support low-income and first-generation students in achieving postsecondary education goals. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, managing daily operations, and ensuring program compliance with federal regulations. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in TRIO or similar programs, demonstrating a commitment to student success. Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in TRIO or similar college access programs.
• Strong knowledge of TRIO regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Experience working with diverse cultures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff and delivery of service to students.
• Supervise and manage daily operations of UB.
• Assist in preparing project reports for DOE and college administration.
• Develop and manage program budget and expenditures.
• Recruit prospective students from target schools.

Skills

Knowledge of TRIO programs

Experience working with first-generation and low-income students

Grant administration and writing

Ability to adhere to federal policies

Track record of positive student outcomes

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or related field

Tools

Student data systems (e.g., Blumen)

Job description

The Program Manager is responsible for the overall design, implementation, management, planning, coordination and success of the federally funded TRiO Upward Bound program. Facilitates the development of activities and programs designed to encourage underrepresented students to overcome barriers to postsecondary education, to improve high school retention and graduation rates, and promote college degree attainment. Works with high school administrators, counselors and staff, representatives of community agencies, TRIO staff and student services areas to ensure the success of the program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in TRIO or similar college access programs
• Demonstrated experience working with low-income and first‑generation students
• Strong knowledge of TRIO regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements
• Experience with student data systems (e.g., Blumen) and reporting tools

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of TRIO programs.
• Experience working with students who are first‑generation, low‑income and/or students with disabilities.
• Proven success of effective grant administration and writing.
• Ability to adhere to federal and college policies and procedures.
• Proven track record of positive student outcomes.
• Knowledge of youthful behavior and culture.
• Knowledge of multi‑cultural differences and challenges and ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures.
• Knowledge of budget management.

Examples of Duties

• Oversees staff and the delivery of service to students annually.
• Supervise staff and manage UB daily operations.
• Responsible for assisting in preparation of project reports for submission to the U.S. Department of Education and/or college administration.
• Supervises planning, development, implementation and evaluation of program goals and objectives.
• Works collaboratively with target high school staff, faculty and parents in program delivery.
• Recruits prospective students from target high school and middle schools to program.
• Recruits, hires, trains, supervises and evaluates staff.
• Meets with parents and students, creating individualized educational plans.
• Develops, manages and monitors program budget and expenditures.
• Coordinates marketing and public relations efforts in conjunction with the College.
• Serves as an internal and external program liaison.
• Provides quarterly progress reports.
• Monitors and evaluates program components utilizing student data to meet program goals.
• Consistently and dependably attends work, activities, and functions as scheduled or assigned.

Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.