University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Project Director for TRIO Student Support Services. The role involves leading programs that support the persistence, retention, and graduation of first-generation, low-income, and disabled students by administering innovative services, managing staff, collaborating with partners, and overseeing grant budgets and reporting.
Highlights
Administer and implement programs to support student retention and graduation.
Collaborate with university and community partners to meet grant objectives.
Recruit, hire, train, and lead staff including professional staff, graduate assistants, and student workers.
Develop and manage the TRIO SSS grant budget, including reporting and funding acquisition.
Assess and monitor program data and outcomes to ensure effectiveness.
Required qualifications include a master's degree in education, leadership, public administration, psychology/counseling, or related field; three years higher education experience; and two years staff supervision.
Preferred qualifications include a doctorate degree, direct TRIO program experience, data management, budget management, and leadership in higher education.
Strong communication skills and a commitment to diversity and inclusion are essential.
Posted salary starts at $58,000 per year.
Position requires a criminal history background check and involves some evening and weekend work.
Project Director, TRIO Student Support Services Full Description
“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
Position Information
Working Title | Project Director, TRIO Student Support Services Department | TRIO Programs-0962 Requisition Number | S_250588 Posting Open Date | 07/23/2025 Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 08/04/2025 Posting Close Date | Open Until Filled | Yes Description of Work | Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.
We invest in our employees:• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay• Medical, dental, and vision insurance• No-cost life insurance• Employee Assistance Program• Retirement plans with University match• Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents• Exclusive staff discounts• Continuous improvement and innovation• Professional development through training and education• And much more!
The Project Director of TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) makes a positive impact in the University’s students by providing leadership for programs that support the persistence, retention, and graduation of first-generation, low-income, and disabled University of Nebraska-Lincoln students.The Project Director, TRIO Student Support Services will: Administer and implement innovative and high-impact programs and services for SSS participants to aid in retention and graduation Collaborate with University and community partnerships that will achieve the grants objectives and outcomes. Promote the services available to SSS programs and recruit eligible students to participate in the program Recruit, hire, train, and lead a staff of professional staff, graduate assistants, and student workers to fulfill the mission of Student Support Services. Develop and administer and SSS grant budget, based on the requirements of the grant. This includes reporting and securing additional funding for future grant years. Assess and monitor program data and outcomes. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
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 education, leadership, public administration, psychology/counseling, or related field. A minimum of three years of experience working in higher education and/or in the administration of programs service low-income or 1st generation populations. Two years of experience supervising staff. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and a record of inclusion. Ability to develop programming to aid in student college success. Ability to support ongoing professional development for staff. Ability to provide leadership for program planning, to coordinate work efforts, to control performance standards, and to build and sustain University support relationships. Maintain accurate student records and produce reports on student progress as needed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Attendance at conferences and workshops sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and other TRIO-affiliated associations. Preferred Qualifications | Doctorate degree. Direct experience working with a TRIO program, SSS preferred. Experience with data management for TRIO programs and/or reporting to the Department of Education. Leadership experience in higher education or related industry. Experience developing, implementing, and managing a budget. Experience managing and meeting grant objectives and expectations. 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 | $58,000/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, Assistant Vice Chancellor rlahne2@nebraska.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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