TRIO SSS Project Manager/Director

Pitt-Bradford is seeking a dedicated Program Manager/Director of its TRIO SSS program. As the TRIO SSS Program Manager/Director, you will play a pivotal role in empowering first generation or low-income students, and students with disabilities to achieve their academic and personal goals. This is a 12-month, full-time staff position reporting to the Assistant Dean of Academic Success.

Hiring Range: $50,000 to 65,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Why Pitt-Bradford?

• Impactful Work: Make a difference in students' lives by providing personalized advising and support services.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team committed to student success and professional growth.
• Beautiful Campus: Enjoy a picturesque campus nestled in the scenic Allegheny foothills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive advising to TRIO SSS participants
• Administer and evaluate TRIO SSS grant program services and systems, fiscal expenditures and annual reports.
• Supervise, recruit and evaluate three staff members
• Manage the selection, identification, and notification processes of TRIO participants
• Act as primary TRIO SSS contact for the United States Department of Education

Requirements:

• Master's degree required
• At least three years of experience in staff supervision, budget management, program development, evaluation, and compliance with federal regulations
• At least five years of experience with TRIO programs, academic support programs or similar programs
• Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity to work effectively with a diverse student population of first-generation, low-income, and disabled college students
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to works as part of a team

Join us in fostering a community where every student can thrive!

Provides direction, oversight, and goal-development for the Student Support Services program and assigned units. Oversees programs and services, advises student groups, and performs various budgetary functions.

Develop, manage, administer, and evaluate the programs and services of the TRIO SSS program. Assess and counsel students. Read and write effectively at a graduate level. Communicate with students and professionals with verbal and non-verbal levels of observation. Use word processing and computer hardware and operate job-related software and other technology.

Physical effort is minimal. Mobility to negotiate the campus is essential

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.