Director Upward Bound

Nature of Work The Upward Bound Project Director is responsible for the administration of the Chadron State College Upward Bound Program in accordance with the federal guidelines and regulations determined by the U.S. Department of Education. The Project Director is responsible for developing a comprehensive program of support that engages ninth through twelfth grade students in academic instruction and tutoring, advising, and college prep activities. The Project Director serves as the program's grant and budget administrator and therefore, just ensure full compliance with federal and college regulations.

Examples of Work Performed Essential Duties:

1. Direct, plan, implement, and evaluate all Upward Bound program activities a. Establish UB program and component goals and objectives, and guide efforts of all staff in achieving goals and objectives b. Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate UB program staff c. Develop, implement, monitor, and revise budget d. Establish and maintain appropriate record keeping and accounting systems in accordance with Chadron State College and U.S. Department of Education guidelines e. Enhance relationship with target high schools to aid in recruiting and retention of eligible students f. Conduct bi-weekly staff meetings, quarterly student meetings, and plan and coordinate staff orientation and training sessions g. Prepare written reports for state and federal requirements and assist with the grant proposal for continued funding h. Act as content manager for assigned websites.

Secondary Duties:

1. Attend and participate in college and high school activities 2. Occasional travel 3. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Master's degree in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, Counseling, Student Personnel, or related field Experience in administration of programs serving the educationally or economically disadvantaged Preferred Qualifications . Minimum of five years experience with staff supervision Physical Demands License and Certification Requirements None Other Requirements Successful background records check Valid driver's license Satisfactory evaluation of driving record Salary Information Up to $61,625 FTE 1.000 FLSA Exempt Union Status Non-Union Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Detail Information Posting Number PS1659P Desired Start Date 07/06/2026 Open Date 04/21/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants General Information EEO Statement The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges' non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website. Veteran Statement This position is subject to Veterans Preference.