Director - Talent Search | Posting Details

Posting Details Institution The University of South Dakota

Working Title Director - Talent Search

Posting Number

NFE03203P

Department USD-Talent Search

Physical Location of Position (City) Sioux Falls

Posting Text The University of South Dakota TRIO Educational Talent Search program has an immediate opening for a full-time11-month Director to lead their team in Sioux Falls, SD. The TRIO Educational Talent Search Program assists students in grades 6-12 in the identification, preparation, and attainment of their educational goals. Program objectives include supporting participants in graduating from high school in four years and enrolling in postsecondary education the following fall. The TRIO Talent Search Director will:

Provide oversight to the TRIO Talent Search program in Sioux Falls

Hire, train, and supervise TRIO Talent Search staff

Develop and facilitate cooperative relationships with target school personnel and parent/guardians of prospective and current program participants

Oversee direct services provided to TRIO Talent Search participants in classroom settings, small group meetings, and/or individual visits; including activities designed to help students graduate from high school and enroll in postsecondary education

Develop and execute plan to recruit participants, meet program objectives, and report progress as outlined by federal guidelines

Maintain a record keeping system including student files to document student assistance and all professional activity.

Oversee annual budget,municate with various grant stakeholders, and write and submit proposals as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in education, social services, school counseling, or a related field is required.

Demonstrated understanding of students from varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience working with USD Talent Search Team
• Excellent oral and writtenmunication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Kledge of secondary and postsecondary education requirements.
• The ability to relate to middle school, high school, and postsecondary students.
• Exceptionalanizational abilities. Positions are grant funded with continued employment contingent on availability of funds. Posting Date 09/21/2026
• Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes
• First Consideration Date 09/29/2026
• Advertised Salarymensurate with qualifications, plus benefits
• Duration of the Term 11 months
• If Other, describe duration n/a
• Appointment Percent 100
• Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular
• Faculty Status No
• Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
• If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Talent Search - Educational Talent Search is a federally-funded program that encourages students to graduate from high school and enroll in post-secondary education. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD ismitted to fostering a dynamic and weing working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD ismitted to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse. Information Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting light

Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Vaccination rmended due to potential occupational exposure

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Office Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.