TRIO Upward Bound/Upward Bound Math-Science Director - Montana Tech

TRIO Upward Bound/Upward Bound Math-Science Director
Institute for Educational Opportunities

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Applications received by June 25, 2024 will be guaranteed full review and consideration.  Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Duties:
Assume leadership for the Upward Bound/Upward Bound Math-Science projects, administration and supervision of the projects.
Develop, execute, monitor and evaluate project objectives.
Establish, monitor and administer budget funds on both grants.
Collect tracking data and write annual reports.  
Recruit, select, train, supervise and evaluate all project staff. 
Assist in identifying, recruiting and selecting program participants.
Establish procedures to maintain the student and administrative record system.
Review SPEARs for participants in conjunction with the Coordinators. 
Provide leadership for effective parental and community involvement. 
Travel monthly throughout the target area for project management meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, Science, Mathematics, Public Administration, or related field.
• Experience working with diverse youth populations.
• Experience using budget software to collect data and write reports.
• Knowledge of student development theories related to retention and graduation of at-risk high school students.
• Clear understanding of Montana post- secondary educational systems and procedures.
• 3 years responsibility in supervision and program management in higher education.
• Experience in designating, managing, and implementing TRIO or similar programs.
• Experience delivering academic support services to first-generation, low-income students.
• Experience managing federal grant monies in accordance with federal guidelines
• Excellent supervisory, oral, and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in STEM field preferred
• TRIO Pre-College program experience
• Training and experience with writing federal grants
• Overcome barriers similar to those of program participants.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated ability to network with university departments and collaborate across programs.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak event times, as well as, annual performance reporting and proposal writing seasons.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds.
• Ability to ride on a bus or drive a vehicle for extended trips .

For full consideration application materials must be complete.  
Please include: 

• Cover letter addressing qualifications,
• Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references. 

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Employment (veteran's) preference form

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

* Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.

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