Program Manager - TRIO Shiloh

Morehouse College; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morehouse College is seeking a Program Manager for the TRiO Upward Bound program based in Atlanta, Georgia. This role is vital for designing and implementing initiatives that help students overcome barriers to postsecondary education and improve high school retention and graduation rates.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field, with significant experience in youth programs and supervision. Knowledge of TRIO programs and effective grant management is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience assisting middle and high school students with college preparation.
• Three years of experience supervising TRIO or related programs.
• Ability to develop individualized educational plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversees staff and the delivery of services to students.
• Supervises planning, evaluation, and implementation of program goals.
• Develops, manages, and monitors program budget and expenditures.

Skills

Knowledge of TRIO programs

Experience with first-generation and low-income students

Effective grant administration and writing

Knowledge of budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, psychology, social services or related field

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 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, psychology, social services or related field plus four (4) years of experience assisting middle and high school students with college preparation or working with youth programs, with at least three (3) years of experience supervising TRIO or related programs consisting of a student population with diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.

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.

Physical Demands

Examples of Duties:

• Oversees staff and the delivery of service to students annually.
• Will 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.

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