Higher Education Program Director

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Meskwaki Higher Education Program Director Department: Higher Education

Classification: Exempt

Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the Meskwaki Higher Education Program and administer BIA Higher Education/Adult Vocational Training/Adult Education program in accordance with Tribal and Federal laws, procedures and guidelines.
• Review and approve student applications for financial assistance.
• Research and provide available college scholarship information to potential applicants.
• Monitor and evaluate Higher Education and Adult Vocational Training/Adult Education student progress and grades/GPA to determine continued eligibility for financial assistance.
• Maintain program compliance with tribal and federal codes and policies.
• Monitor higher education, adult vocational training, and adult education programs.
• Provide academic and career advising to program participants on an as-needed basis.
• Supervise Meskwaki Higher Education staff.
• Develop, monitor and maintain the Tribal and BIA budgets for the Higher Education Program.
• Submit quarterly, annual and funding reports as required.
• Develop, coordinate and assist in program activities to increase interest in higher education and vocational studies.
• Coordinate college/training school tours for potential students.
• Research and provide available summer college preparation programs for potential students.
• Serve on boards or committees to address education issues at the local, state, regional or national level.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field and five years of experience in program development, management and grant writing OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Be knowledgeable and proficient in P.C. word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in teambuilding and teamwork.
• Possess a general knowledge of higher education advising and advocacy in an educational setting.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
• Travel required with some after-hours and weekend work.
• Submit to and successfully complete a background investigation.

Supervision:

• Supervised by the Executive Director.

Salary level:

• Annual Salary Range: $66,102- $93,204