Title III Grant Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in education or related field required

• Two years’ experience in program administration required

• Experience in working with Federal programs preferred

• Supervisory experience preferred

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Sensitivity to the needs of youth, minorities, the disabled, and other persons the project may serve

• Organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure

DUTIES:

• Supervises the Title III staff, including full and part-time employees

• Develops and manages the program budget in accordance with the grant, federal, state and college regulations

• Maintains compliance with Federal regulations, policies, and procedures governing the administration of this program

• Formulates recommendations regarding institutionalization of each Title III program activity

• Establishes data collection methodologies that will accurately reflect the achievement of the goals and objectives of the activities

• Collects objective data as to the fulfillment of activity objectives and communicate assessments to the College’s key decision-makers

• Conducts both formative and summative evaluations

• Serves as the chief liaison with the Department of Education Title III Program Office regarding all program activities

• Ensures that program data and records are maintained securely

• Facilitates faculty in researching available technologies and successful applications

• Supervises the maintenance of an inventory and maintenance log of peripheral equipment, and, if necessary, arranges with outside vendors the successful and timely repair of equipment

• Develops effective rapport with students, college employees and the public

• Oversees dissemination of program information to the public and college employees

• Serves on college committees as assigned

• Performs relevant duties as specified

• Complies with all policies of the Alabama Community College System, and the College

Note: The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position’s role, scope, FLSA status, or grade.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described below represent those that an employee may encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• Mobility: The role primarily involves sedentary work, including prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching may be required during meetings, presentations, or when handling program materials.

• Manual Dexterity: Regular use of standard office equipment, such as computers, printers, and copiers, necessitating fine motor skills.

• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry materials, such as files, documents, and equipment, weighing up to 20 pounds.

• Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with staff, faculty, students, and external stakeholders.

Work Environment:

• Setting: The position is based in a typical office environment within an educational institution.

• Travel: Occasional travel may be required to attend conferences, workshops, or meetings related to Title III/HBCU programs.

• Schedule: Standard work hours are expected; however, flexibility is necessary to accommodate deadlines, program needs, or unforeseen challenges.

• Interaction: Regular collaboration with various departments, faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure effective program implementation and compliance.

PROJECTED STARTING DATE:

February 2025

SALARY:

Salary Schedule C3 ($47,696-$69,600) Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED related experience that is stated on the initial job application only.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

February 11, 2025 - 4:00 P.M.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of postsecondary education.

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms

IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).

Please Note: * ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents

(if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
* When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied; however, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.

All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail.

If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627

Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.

Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.

Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer.

It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions

under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex,

religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation

in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment.

Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should

another vacancy occur during the search process.

The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

This employer participates in E-Verify.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,696.00 - $69,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $47,696 - $69,600