Job Title: Director, Upward Bound
Location: Atl Metropolitan State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 283835
About Us
Welcome to Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC).
At Atlanta Metropolitan State College, we are committed to creating a vibrant, growth-oriented community where innovation thrives, collaboration is celebrated, and contributions are valued. As a proud member of the University System of Georgia (USG) and fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), AMSC is a dynamic institution dedicated to transforming lives.
AMSC embraces core values, Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Belonging, and Public Service, that guide our culture and work. We strive to create an atmosphere where individuals feel respected, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. Here, gratitude and recognition are not just practices but embedded in everything we do.
Located on a picturesque campus in Southwest Atlanta, AMSC offers the perfect blend of accessibility and opportunity. Just ten minutes from downtown Atlanta and fifteen minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, our campus is an ideal destination for those ready to make a meaningful impact.
Job Summary
This position reports to the Associate Vice President of Student Success and Special Programs. The Director of the Upward Bound (UB) Program is responsible for the overall design, management, planning, and coordination of the federally funded TRIO program. While the program is housed at Atlanta Metropolitan State College, the UB program serves students Clayton county. The Director will facilitate the development of activities and programs designed to encourage underrepresented populations to overcome barriers to postsecondary education. This position is classified as a Campus Security Authority, CSA according the Clery Act.
Responsibilities
Program Management:
- Supervise all department staff.
- Ensure all project goals and objectives are met.
- Authorize expenditures of federal funds and monitor the budget frequently.
- Provide an Annual Performance Report to the Department of Education.
- Select and hire full-time and part-time staff.
- Participate in professional development activities, including trainings, conferences, and related events.
- Establish and maintain close working relationships with campus representatives, U.S. Department of Education, target schools faculty and administrations, and community agencies.
Financial Management:
- Manage the budget and ensure proper implementation.
- Make recommendations that impact the budget.
- Manage or administer grant funds.
- Accountable for inventory/property management.
- Prepare and/or process purchase orders.
Curriculum and Program Development:
- Assist with grant writing
- Plan and design curriculum assessments and evaluations to assist with academic performance.
- Oversee planning of all cultural activities and residential opportunities.
- Design promotional literature for programs.
Student Services:
- Recruit, identify, screen, and select eligible students.
- Serve as the liaison to target school administrators.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Master's degree in education, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education Administration, Business, Technology or a or related field is required for this position
Required Experience
Minimum five (5) or more years of experience in a related field required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior experience in supervising and evaluating staff and work task objectives
Prior experience writing grants and executing grant requirements.
Experience in writing reports, compiling, and disseminating student data.
Experience in program planning and development
Experience in budget management.
Experience working with teachers, administrators, and staff.
Must be able to develop informational and motivational virtual and in-person presentations.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Contact Information
Atlanta Metropolitan State College only accepts applications online only.You will also need to submit the materials as requested for your application to be complete. Applicants can review their application status by logging into the Careers portal. For further inquiries, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or .
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG).
Equal Employment Opportunity
Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC) is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the AMSC to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the AMSC's Human Resources at .
Other Information
This is a supervisory position.
This roles requires travel.
This role is considered a position of trust.
Background Check
Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.
For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted.
Accommodations
The physical demands are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform job functions.
Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at
Clery Disclosure
This position is classified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. As a CSA, the employee will have specific responsibilities to report any Clery Act qualifying crimes that they are made aware of to the institution's designated office. CSA duties include promptly reporting incidents and cooperating with Clery Act compliance efforts, including attending required training.