Title III Director

Tuskegee University; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuskegee University is seeking a Title III Programs Director who reports to the President and CEO to provide strategic leadership and oversight of federally funded institutional development initiatives. The role manages a $10 million annual grant portfolio, including program planning, budget administration, compliance, performance monitoring, and federal reporting.

The Director will lead development of annual plans, budgets, and required documentation; oversee budget execution; ensure compliance

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; five years Title III grant management experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills essential.
• Ability to develop, read, and interpret documents such as federal regulations and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and submission of annual plans of work, budgets, continuation applications, and required supporting documentation.
• Oversee budget execution, expenditure reviews, financial monitoring, and coordination with university fiscal offices.
• Ensure compliance with federal award requirements (EDGAR, LAAs, grant terms/conditions) and university policies.
• Review funding requests for allowability, alignment with approved activities, documentation, and budget availability.
• Guide activity coordinators in implementation projects to meet performance objectives and address challenges.
• Establish and maintain internal controls, grant records, and documentation to support accountability and audit readiness.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Ability to read/interprets federal reg

Education

Master’s degree in business administration, public policy, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Title III Director

Status

Status Full Time

Job Summary

Reporting to the President and CEO of Tuskegee University, the Director of Title Ill Programs provides strategic leadership and oversight of federally funded institutional development initiatives. Directs a $10 million annual grant portfolio, including program planning, budget administration, compliance, performance monitoring, and federal reporting. Collaborates with university leadership and activity coordinators to align grant resources with institutional priorities, strengthen accountability, and advance student success and institutional capacity.

-Lead the development and submission of annual plans of work, budgets, continuation applications, and required supporting documentation.

-Oversee budget execution, expenditure reviews, financial monitoring, and coordination with university fiscal offices.

-Ensure compliance with federal award requirements, EDGAR , Legislative Allowables (LAAs), grant terms/conditions, and university policies.

-Review funding requests for allowability, alignment with approved activities, adequate documentation, and budget availability.

- Guide activity coordinators in implementation projects, meeting performance objectives and addressing

operational challenges.

-Establish and maintain internal controls, grant records, and documentation to support accountability and audit readiness.

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)

Master’s degree in business administration, public policy, or related field required. A minimum of three years of supervisory experience and five years of successful management of a Title III grant in a college or university environment are required. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. The incumbent must be able to work effectively with a diverse college administration, faculty, and staff. Ability to develop, write, read, and interpret documents such as federal regulations, reports, etc.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: talk, sit, hear, walk, use hands to operate computer and other office equipment. The employee is frequently required to: stand and reach with hands and arms.

Skills and Attributes

Knowledge:

Experience with the software used by the US Department of Education for submission of applications and reports and financial information (GS, SAM .gov, HEPIS ) is preferred.

Skills:

Technical proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially MS Excel, Word, Outlook. Excellent time management, organizational, and planning skills.

Ability:

Manage multiple projects at once and adapt to the rigors of seasonal demands, such as reporting, reauthorizations, and project-driven requirements.

Will this position required travel?

Yes

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?

Yes

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

Yes

Open Date

Open Date 11/04/2026

Close Date

Close Date 01/31/2027