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Virginia Tech is hiring an Assistant Director of Upward Bound. The role involves managing the administration and implementation of three U.S. Department of Education funded Upward Bound projects, focusing on encouraging and preparing income-eligible, first-generation, and academically at-risk students for post-secondary education.

Highlights

Administer and implement Upward Bound projects for Roanoke City, Salem, and Southwest VA.
Required to have a master's degree in Education, Educational Administration, Counseling, Social Work, or similar field.
Experience in TRIO or similar educational access programs is essential.
In-depth knowledge of college admissions, financial literacy, and academic advising.
Strong communication skills to engage with university administration, school personnel, and families.
Ability to secure and manage educational grants and proposals is preferred.
Salary up to $65,000 based on experience.

Assistant Director of Upward Bound Full Description

Job Description

Reporting to the TRIO programs director, the assistant director is responsible for assisting with the administration, implementation and continuation of the three U.S. Department of Education funded Upward Bound projects. These three unique programs, Roanoke City, Salem, and Southwest VA are dedicated to encouraging and preparing income eligible, potential first-generation college students, and/or students who are considered academically at-risk by federal definitions to pursue a post-secondary education.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Education, Educational Administration, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
Relevant professional experience working for a federal TRIO program and/or similar educational access program
Experience with the college selection and enrollment process, including demonstrated knowledge of financial aid and financial literacy, academic and career advising, college admissions and selection processes
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with varied constituents, ranging from university administration, school personnel, to participants and their families

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to develop working relationships with persons of culturally diverse backgrounds, including disadvantaged and underrepresented students and their families
Experience working for educational programs that address the needs of income eligible, first generation college, and students with demonstrated need
Demonstrated ability to write and secure local, state and/or federal grants/proposals

Pay Band

N/A

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience up to a budget maximum of $65,000

Hours per week

40+

Review Date

05/12/2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Frances Clark at (fclark@vt.edu) during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Original Job Description

Job Description

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Band

N/A

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience up to a budget maximum of $65,000

Hours per week

40+

Review Date

05/12/2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

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