Upward Bound Program Manager - Student Success & Grants

Morehouse College; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Morehouse College seeks a leader to oversee the federally funded TRiO Upward Bound program, guiding activities to encourage underrepresented students toward postsecondary education and improved graduation rates.

The role collaborates with school staff, counselors, community agencies and TRIO personnel to ensure program success and compliance with federal requirements, while managing staff and budgets effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus four years helping middle/high school students with college preparation.
• At least three years supervising TRIO or similar programs serving diverse student populations.
• Experience with grant administration and reporting.
• Ability to adhere to federal and college policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversees staff and annual delivery of services to students.
• Supervise UB daily operations.
• Assist in preparation of project reports for submission to the U.S. Department of Education and college administration.
• Plan, implement and evaluate program goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with target high school staff, faculty and parents in program delivery.
• Recruit prospective students from target schools to the program.
• Hire, train, supervise and evaluate staff.
• Meet with parents and students to develop individualized educational plans.
• Develop, manage and monitor program budget and expenditures.
• Coordinate marketing and public relations with the College.
• Serve as internal and external program liaison.
• Provide quarterly progress reports.
• Monitor and evaluate program components using student data.
• Attend work and events as scheduled.

Skills

TRIO programs knowledge

First-generation student experience

Grant writing

Budget management

Cultural competency

Policy compliance

Student outcomes tracking

Youth development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social services or related field

Job description

Morehouse College seeks a leader to oversee the federally funded TRiO Upward Bound program, guiding activities to encourage underrepresented students toward postsecondary education and improved graduation rates.

The role collaborates with school staff, counselors, community agencies and TRIO personnel to ensure program success and compliance with federal requirements, while managing staff and budgets effectively.