Job Details

Position Type Administrative Working Title TRiO Director - Tech Opportunities Program (TOP) Classification Title Director College/Division Student Affairs Department Tech Opportunities Prog Hiring Unit Tech Opportunities Program Work Location Klamath Falls Appointment FTE (%) 1.0 Position Terms/Mo 12 month Full/Part time Full Time Annual Salary $64,200 - $68,255

Position Summary

Department Summary

The TRiO powers the potential of TRIO students at Oregon Tech by providing holistic and wrap-around student services. The TOP program efforts to support first-generation, low-income students, and students with a disability and in need of academic support by offering student success seminar classes, TOP events, and a peer mentoring program. This position collaborates cross-institutionally and community-wide to educate about the TOP program and encourage the Oregon Tech community to refer potential program participants to TOP.

Position Summary

The TRiO Program Director manages the strategic development, implementation, and execution of new and existing student support services within the Tech Opportunities Program (TOP) - Oregon Tech's federally funded TRiO program. TOP supports the academic success of first-generation students and low-income students, and/or students with disabilities who demonstrate an academic need. The mission of TOP is to significantly increase students' achievement, retention and graduation rates.

The Director is responsible for implementing the program's Plan of Operation and monitoring the program's performance, as stated in the grant. The Director is also responsible for compliance with the federal grant requirements and regulations.

The Director works closely with Testing & Disability Services, Career Services, and other campus departments to provide information and outreach to prospective students, parents, and other educational and rehabilitative entities. The Director provides training and consultation for university students, faculty, and staff on matters related to support services and retention of underrepresented students, particularly those participating in the TOP program. The Director conducts program evaluations and service modifications for TOP to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the programs.

The Director also monitors services provided within the program are in line with ethical and legal standards, including the maintenance of confidential student records, adherence to grant regulations, and the best practices for similar TRiO programs.

Minimum Requirements Additional Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or related area.

* At least four years of experience advising or counseling college students.

* Budgeting, supervision, and program management experience.

* Ability to effectively and respectfully work, communicate, and collaborate in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings.

* Experience working with disadvantaged and underrepresented students.

Preferred Qualifications

* An earned master's degree in Student Personnel, Education, Counseling, or related area.

* Prior involvement with academic and student affairs divisions in higher education.

* Knowledge of student populations served by TRiO program grants.

* Knowledge of appropriate academic, programmatic, and service accommodations for students with disabilities.

* exceptional organizational, oral and written communication, and collaboration skills.

* Experience in grant writing and grant management.

* Experience in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

* Experience in overcoming barriers similar to those faced by students served by TRiO programs.

Application Information

Recruitment Type External Application Screening Begins 07/28/2025 Job Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant

The initial review of applications will begin on July 28, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.

To apply, upload the following elements to your application:

Required Documents

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AA/EEO Statement

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