Provides leadership, oversight, and administrative direction for the federally funded TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. Department of Education regulations, grant requirements, and institutional policies.
Manages program operations, staff supervision, reporting requirements, participant services, and strategic initiatives designed to support low-income, first-generation college students and students with disabilities.
Leads the preparation, submission, and ongoing management of the Annual Performance Report (APR) and all required federal reporting requirements.
Develops and implements academic support, mentoring, coaching, and intervention strategies for program participants.
Coordinates partnerships with campus departments and external agencies to support holistic student development and success.

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or a related field is required.
Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, student support services, academic advising, or federally funded program administration is required.
Experience with TRIO programs or similar federally funded student success initiatives is strongly preferred.

Director, Student Support Services

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