University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Director of TRIO Programs
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Director of TRIO Programs. This role leads the planning, development, and administration of federally funded TRIO programs, overseeing grant objectives, compliance, budgeting, and staff management to support student access and academic success. The Director also builds partnerships with schools, community members, and donors to enhance program impact.
Highlights
- Lead federally funded TRIO programs including Educational Talent Search, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, and Upward Bound Math-Science.
- Serve as Project Director for multiple grants ensuring compliance, assessment, and financial management.
- Provide leadership and direction to program staff and support professional development activities.
- Build and maintain relationships with public school districts, community representatives, participants, parents, and donors.
- Deliver presentations and networking to promote awareness of student access programs.
- Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in relevant fields and experience leading education access programs and supervising staff.
- Preferred qualifications include direct TRIO program experience and grant writing skills.
- Requires managing departmental budgets and meeting grant expectations.
- Salary starts at $92,000 per year.
- Criminal background check required; position may involve some evenings and weekends.
Director of TRIO Programs Full Description
Director of TRIO Programs
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
“Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.”
Position Information
Working Title | Director of TRIO Programs
Department | TRIO Programs-0962
Requisition Number | S_260259
Posting Open Date | 04/03/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 04/16/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Director of TRIO, provides leadership in the planning, development and administration of federally funded pre-college and college TRIO programs (Educational Talent Search, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, and Upward Bound Math-Science).
The Director of TRIO will: Serve as the named Project Director for each grant and have a solid foundation of the needs and requirements of each grant program. Responsible for overall grant objectives, compliance, assessment, annual reporting, financial/ budget development, management, and performance of all TRIO grants. Work collaboratively to maintain high-quality programs that are focused on student access, opportunity, and academic success. Provide leadership and direction to staff of each grant program area. Provide and support professional development activities to promote staff growth and continuous learning. Build and maintain relationships and connections with public school district partners, participants, parents, community representatives and cultivation of donors interested in supporting student success and degree completion. Ensures awareness and understanding of student access and opportunity programs by providing presentations and networking.
About UsAt the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match
Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
Minimum Required Qualifications | Master’s degree in educational administration, educational leadership, general business or a related field. At least three years of experience leading programs focused on educational access and opportunity for low-income, first generation, or disabled students. At least two years of experience supervising staff. Experience successfully developing, implementing, and managing a departmental budget. Experience managing and meeting grant expectations.
Preferred Qualifications | Direct work experience with TRIO programs: Student Support Services, Educational Talent Search, or Upward Bound programs. Grant writing experience.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $92,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply | “Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.”
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Ryan Lahne
ryanlahne@unl.edu
402-472-8166
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Some evenings and Weekends
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: |
Appointment End Date |
Department | TRIO Programs-0962
Requisition Number | S_260259
Posting Open Date | 04/03/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 04/16/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Director of TRIO, provides leadership in the planning, development and administration of federally funded pre-college and college TRIO programs (Educational Talent Search, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, and Upward Bound Math-Science).
The Director of TRIO will: Serve as the named Project Director for each grant and have a solid foundation of the needs and requirements of each grant program. Responsible for overall grant objectives, compliance, assessment, annual reporting, financial/ budget development, management, and performance of all TRIO grants. Work collaboratively to maintain high-quality programs that are focused on student access, opportunity, and academic success. Provide leadership and direction to staff of each grant program area. Provide and support professional development activities to promote staff growth and continuous learning. Build and maintain relationships and connections with public school district partners, participants, parents, community representatives and cultivation of donors interested in supporting student success and degree completion. Ensures awareness and understanding of student access and opportunity programs by providing presentations and networking.
About UsAt the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match
Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
Minimum Required Qualifications | Master’s degree in educational administration, educational leadership, general business or a related field. At least three years of experience leading programs focused on educational access and opportunity for low-income, first generation, or disabled students. At least two years of experience supervising staff. Experience successfully developing, implementing, and managing a departmental budget. Experience managing and meeting grant expectations.
Preferred Qualifications | Direct work experience with TRIO programs: Student Support Services, Educational Talent Search, or Upward Bound programs. Grant writing experience.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $92,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply | “Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.”
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Ryan Lahne
ryanlahne@unl.edu
402-472-8166
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Some evenings and Weekends
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: |
Appointment End Date |
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