Posted in Other 13 days ago.
Location: Union, New Jersey
External Applicant Instructions
NJ GEAR UP Program
Managing Assistant Director 2
New Jersey Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (NJ GEAR UP) strives to increase the number of underrepresented students from low-income backgrounds who enter and succeed in postsecondary education. In partnership with the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education, Elizabeth School District and Kean University, the project will serve students from select target schools in grades 7th grade through their first year of postsecondary education. GEAR UP services are designed to increase the number of students progressing onto higher education, be successful in the baccalaureate and beyond. This program falls under Kean University's Division of Entrepreneurial Education Initiatives. This position is grant funded and employment is contingent upon supporting grant funds.
The Managing Assistant Director will manage all NJ GEAR UP operations at Kean University. The Managing Assistant Director will manage the day-to-day administration of the grant and supervise a full-time Counselor in their daily work responsibilities. The Managing Assistant Director reports to the Senior Vice President of Entrepreneurial Education Initiatives. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.
Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited college and two years of professional experience in higher education, program management, working with high school populations and/or pre-college programs and/or experience working with underrepresented students is required. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree will also be considered. Preferred qualifications include: two years of professional experience leading a team and two years of professional experience working with 6th-12th grade populations and coordinating 6th-12th grade programming. Candidate must have the ability to work in a multi-project, fast-paced environment and meet concurrent deadlines. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.
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