Strategic Migrant Education Program Director

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University is seeking a Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program Director in Harrisonburg, VA. This full-time administrative position leads staff, manages data and grants, and builds partnerships to support migrant students and families.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and experience in managing grant-funded programs, with strong leadership, communication, and data-reporting skills. The program operates within IIHHS and CHBS, offering opportunities to expand services

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, human services, public administration, or a related field.
• Preferred three years of progressively responsible experience managing educational, youth development, family support, community-based, or grant-funded programs.
• Experience supervising and developing staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and team leadership.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience collecting, managing, and reporting program data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with schools, community organizations, families, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and database systems.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff.
• Provide leadership and staff development through supervision and trainings.
• Oversee data collection, management, and reporting to ensure compliance with grant requirements.
• Maintain data integrity in state information systems (MSDC, MSIX).
• Assist with grant administration and fiscal management including budgets and purchases.
• Develop partnerships with schools, community organizations, and families to enhance service delivery.
• Represent the program to stakeholders and promote collaboration opportunities.
• Lead planning to expand program services to additional Virginia regions.

Skills

Staff supervision

Data management

Communication

Partnership development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Related field

Tools

MS Office

MSDS/MSIX (state data systems)

Job description

James Madison University is seeking a Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program Director in Harrisonburg, VA. This full-time administrative position leads staff, manages data and grants, and builds partnerships to support migrant students and families.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and experience in managing grant-funded programs, with strong leadership, communication, and data-reporting skills. The program operates within IIHHS and CHBS, offering opportunities to expand services