Director Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math Science

Directs, coordinates, implements, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of projects within area of assigned responsibility.

Essential Functions

Promotes organization policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations; advises University personnel regarding the development and implementation of regulatory strategy, potential areas of regulatory concern, and new government/regulatory developments.

Complies with Upward Bound (UB) and Upward Bound Math Science (UBMS) grant goals and objectives and fulfills activities and requirements expressed in the proposals including reporting and assessment measures.

Directs preparation of directives to division or department supervisor outlining policy, program, or operational changes to be implemented.

Coordinates activities of divisions or departments to effect operational efficiency and economy.

Develops short and long-range plans, conceptual designs, and capital outlay (budget) requirements and documentation for assigned area(s).

Develops, implements, and provides training policies, standards, guidelines, and security monitoring processes in relation to general control, privacy regulations, and development and operation of the University’s infrastructure.

Monitors the formulation and coordination of projects or event specifications, requirements for contracts and proposals, and associated documents; serves as technical director for events held in facilities of assigned responsibility; reviews and negotiates contracts and provides accurate cost estimates.

Reviews and approves documentation relating to projects or events and needs specific to assigned area(s).

Reviews cost factors and estimates used in planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.

Understands department’s role in accomplishing the University’s mission.

Compiles and submits reports as required by management, state, local, and federal regulatory agencies.

Acts as liaison between department and internal or external partners.

Participates in various committees, professional trainings, industry conferences, and conventions.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws including hiring, developing and evaluating personnel.

Note: Occasional traveling required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Master’s Degree required in education, counseling public administration, or a STEM field related to the project objective from an accredited college/university.

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Experience:

Three years of related experience and/or training to the essential duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

At least 5 years of experience with federal TRIO programs, academic support programs, or similar programs for disadvantages students.

Experience designing, managing, or implementing similar projects serving low-income and potential first generation college students.

Experience providing academic advising services, non-cognitive skills, college, STEM career, financial aid, and economic literacy to secondary school students (grades 9-12).

Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those facing project participants.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in education, counseling public administration, or a STEM field related to the project objective from an accredited college/university.

Bilingual: English and Spanish.

Note: This position requires a valid state issued drivers license.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is frequently required to use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate to very loud..

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.