Job Information
Texas State University Grant Director, Veterans Upward Bound in San Marcos, Other - frequent travel Waco to San Antonio, Texas
Posting Information
Posting Number2024573
Posting/Functional TitleGrant Director, Veterans Upward Bound
University Pay Plan TitleGrant Director, Non-Faculty
LocationSan Marcos, Other - frequent travel Waco to San Antonio
DepartmentVeteran Upward Bound
Recruitment TypeOpen to All
Job TypeFull-Time
Funding SourceGrant
Monthly Salary$4,500.00 - $5,416.66
Job CategoryExempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, counseling, higher education administration, or a related field appropriate for direct services and program leadership supporting student veterans.
Experience with academic support programs, or other Veteran services;
Experience advising students on academics, financial aid, college and career preparation.
Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing services for high school or college students.
Experience managing programs, budgets, staff, and processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in social work, education, counseling, higher education administration, or a related field appropriate for direct services and program leadership supporting student veterans.
Preference for Veteran or familiarity with military culture and processes;
5 years’ experience with federal TRIO programs, academic support programs, or other Veteran services;
3 years’ experience in coordinating, supervising, reporting, and managerial tasks;
3 years’ experience advising students on academics, financial aid, college and career preparation, and counseling disadvantaged youth;
3 years’ experience in budget management, program development and evaluation, reporting/compliance regulations for TRIO or TRIO -like programs;
Knowledge of TRIO or other higher education academic programs and support services and effective practices supporting student recruitment, retention, and development.
Bilingual (Spanish) speaking/writing.
Experience working with SAP /Excel for budgets and financial processes.
Job Description
This is a grant funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon grant funding.
The Veterans Upward Bound ( VUB ) Director is responsible for the daily operation and facilitation of the programmatic and administrative components of the Veterans Upward Bound program.
The Director will be responsible for coordinating and providing administrative oversight for all phases of the Program.
Primary duties involve implementation of program activities and services to meet specific program objectives.
Main office location at Texas State University Campus in San Marcos, Texas with frequent travel to target areas (San Antonio, Austin, Round Rock, Waco).
Evening and weekend work may be required.
Job Duties
Responsible for daily operations and meeting all requirements for the Veterans Upward Bound TRIO program.
Responsible for training, supervision, and evaluation of performance of program staff.
Conduct regularly scheduled group and individual meetings with program staff.
Prepare and administer program budget in accordance with federal and university budgetary policies and procedures.
Develop and implement strategies to meet program objectives.
Maintain relevant data and metrics on performance to measure and evaluate goals and objectives.
Develop and maintain processes for keeping accurate records. Monitor file/record keeping schedule in accordance with university guidelines. Conduct regularly schedule reviews of participant files and financial information.
Communicate and correspond with Department of Education Program officers on program performance (annual report), annual budgets, program needs, requests, progress updates and questions.
Work with university departments to resolve any issues that may arise as they pertain to budgets, financial analysis, reconciliations, procurement, travel, the hiring process, office maintenance or otherwise.
Attend State, Regional and National Conferences.
Other duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
Please include a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications in the order in which they are listed in this job posting.
Job Open Date06/20/2024
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until FilledYes
Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End5:00PM
Posting NoticesApplicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/46146
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