TRIO Academic Coordinator

MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Morehead State University in Morehead, KY, is seeking a TRIO Academic Coordinator for the Upward Bound Programs. The role requires regular travel to assigned schools and some evening/weekend work, with an anticipated start date of October 1, 2026.

The coordinator will provide academic and college access support to eligible students, supervise program activities, and ensure compliance with grant requirements and program objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with strong written and oral communication.
• Master's degree preferred; experience with disadvantaged students helpful.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and delivery of TRIO Upward Bound services.
• Teach and advise participants, monitor academic progress, and deliver curriculum.
• Assist with recruitment, eligibility, and coordination with schools and staff.
• Travel regularly to schools; flexible for evenings and weekends.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Morehead State University Is HIRING!

TRIO Academic Coordinator

TRIO Academic Coordinator Upward Bound Programs at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a TRIO Academic Coordinator. The anticipated start date is October 1, 2026.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defi ned by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The TRIO Academic Coordinator for the Upward Bound Programs supports the implementation and delivery of services in accordance with established program objectives, policies, procedures, and grant requirements. The TRIO Academic Coordinator provides academic and college access support to participants who are low-income, potential first-generation college students, or otherwise meet federal TRIO eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities include teaching and advising participants, monitoring academic progress, developing and delivering academic and college access curriculum, assisting with recruitment and eligibility determination, and coordinating services with program staff , families, university personnel, and participating schools. The position requires regular travel to assigned schools and program sites and fl exibility to work evenings and weekends. The TRIO Academic Coordinator also supervises minor participants during program activities, overnight educational travel, weekend events, and the six-week residential Summer Academy, including one week of on-call responsibilities.

The position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet grant deadlines, respond appropriately to participant needs and crisis situations, and maintain a supportive, structured, and confidential environment for participants.

Job Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree required. Good written and oral communication skills, leadership abilities, and proven interpersonal skills are essential.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree. Previous experience in working with economically and educationally disadvantaged students. Planning and implementation of counseling programs and/or curriculum development for disadvantaged students is helpful. Supervisory experience is desired

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship. Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high-quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students.

Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is fi lled.

For preferred consideration, apply by September 7, 2026.

MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.