Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Position Opening at Berea

Project Director – Student Support Services


Responsibilities:

An exciting opportunity is currently available for an individual with the skills and abilities to manage the financial, personnel, and operational functions of a new TRIO Student Support Services grant received by Berea College.  This position will lead the design, documentation, and assessment of project services, coordinate and supervise the design and delivery of successful academic activities and programs; supervise, train, and evaluate staff; ensure compliance with federal legislation and regulations; monitor project budget and ensure that the grant complies with all budgetary guidelines.  (A detailed position description is available upon request.)

Qualifications:
Candidates should possess the following:  two years of administrative experience in higher education; experience with programs assisting disadvantaged students, preferably with federal grants, budgeting, reporting, grant writing, project implementation, and project evaluation; a Master’s degree in Education, Student Affairs, Public Administration or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  All candidates should also be capable of providing a successful record of collaboration and teamwork, have exceptional communication skills, creativity, and the highest level of integrity.

Additional Information:

Contact Information:
An Application to Join the College Staff is required for consideration for this position.  In addition, please include a resume and a detailed letter addressing how the applicant is specifically prepared to meet the skills, abilities, and duties of the position, as well as the areas in which the applicant believes additional training might be necessary.  Qualified applicants may obtain an application either through the Office of People Services, Suite 100, Fairchild Hall on the campus, or by downloading the application on line at www.berea.edu/hr.  The review of applications will begin immediately.

Berea College, in light of its mission in the tradition of impartial love and social equality, welcomes all peoples of the earth to learn and work here. Employment decisions are based on training, education and experience related to the requirements of the job. All applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability.