Job Details

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Director of Open Doors/Upward Bound manages the Talent Search and Upward Bound TRIO programs at Cameron University. The director is responsible for the administration and oversight of programs and personnel that ensure the efficient, equitable, and student-centered delivery of program services. This position supervises full-time and part-time professional and classified staff. The Director of Open Doors/Upward Bound reports to the Director of Sponsored Programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities of the Director include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise program staff and guide their efforts in achieving goals and objectives, including student recruitment and programming
• Develop and manage budgets in alignment with federal program guidelines and university policy
• Collect and analyze program evaluation data and supervise submission of annual performance reports for both programs
• Assess program activities and participate in the university assessment process

• Assist with the submission of federal, state, and institutional reports as required
• Write program grant proposals
• Coordinate and facilitate Upward Bound residential summer programming and educational field trips

• Engage and support parents/guardians in the college preparation process by providing monthly informational meetings about the college preparation process

• Participate in staff development programming, campus functions, and serve on University committees
• Maintain knowledge of federal guidelines and regulations for the Upward Bound and Talent Search programs
• Maintain knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations as connected to secondary and postsecondary education

• Work collaboratively with campus and community stakeholders to include teachers, staff, and administrators at Lawton Public Schools
• Chaperone activities and transport students as needed, including nights and weekends
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in education, behavioral science, or related field, or MBA

• Three years experience in TRIO or comparable college preparatory programs for first-generation and/or low income junior high and high school students

• Three years' experience in secondary or higher education
• Background similar to those of program participants

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated commitment to student success and excellent customer services skills.
• Prior employment within a TRIO program
• Minimum of one year budgetary management experience
• Demonstrated record of collegiality and successful workplace collaborations.
• Previous grant writing experience
• A terminal degree (specifically Ed.D. or Ph.D.)

SALARY RANGE:$51,970

INSTITUTION: Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University's Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

APPLYING: Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. Incomplete applications might not be considered

DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, only candidates whose applications are received by May23, 2025 are assured of receiving full consideration.

FUNDING: This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is dependent on continuation of grant award for the institution.

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JOB #-A2631A