Employment Type : Full-Time
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Director for TRIO Training and Compliance, The Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach [R0123230] PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 31,000 students and more than 3,900 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 136,000 degrees, producing more than 120,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment. ROLE of the POSITION This position works under general direction of the Executive Director and is responsible for overseeing all functions for the TRIO Training grant including conference planning and execution, curriculum development, conference staffing and contracting, participant recruitment and registration, public promotion of services, short and long-term planning, budget tracking and reporting. The Assistant Director will provide direct leadership by supervising, training and evaluating a staff of instructors, volunteers and program assistants for this project. The Assistant Director will serve as an advocate for all CAEO programs, as well as a liaison with the local, state and federal agencies, other TRIO projects, community organizations, and the general public. The Assistant Director is responsible for ensuring programmatic compliance with federally mandated laws and regulations across all programs and collaborating with programs directors to ensure audit-ready status of records and processes. The Assistant Director is also expected to be a major contributor to the research in support of continuous grant funding and the vision and mission of The Center. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications Include: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of five (5) years of comparable professional experience working with federal TRIO programs, out of which three (3) years must be in a managerial/supervisory role. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment. This position must have excellent speaking and writing skills and must possess exceptional knowledge of TRIO legislation, regulations, project management and operations, and service practices. Significant knowledge and experience in grant writing and/or business writing is required. Must have a complete and thorough understanding of the Title III, Title IV TRIO Programs, grant writing process and grant program management, applicable laws, codes and regulations. Must demonstrate knowledge of counseling and instructional evaluative methods, program coordination and marketing, and supervisory and organizational strategies. Must also demonstrate ability to plan and design curricula for the workshop/research component of the programs, which includes command of the principles and techniques for making effective oral presentations. Must have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently; must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, as well as a high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office-productivity software and OMR hardware and software. Candidate must be able to drive and maintain a valid Nevada driver license. Candidate must be able to pass a background check. Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications Include: Candidate should possess exceptional knowledge of educational psychology and student development issues with focus in working with traditionally educationally or economically disadvantaged students. Significant data management and presentation experience including training in the most up-to-date standards and tools (Microsoft data applications and applicable reporting standards) is preferred. Strong interpersonal skills are critical. The ability to perform multiple responsibilities or tasks simultaneously, work in a self-directed environment, as well as plan and organize on both a daily and long-term basis is critical. Should have ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with participants, TRIO professionals, university staff, and community agencies. SALARY RANGE Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding. Pursuant to Assembly Bill (AB) 3 passed by the Nevada State Legislature during the 31st Special Legislative Session, employees are required to take furlough at a 4.6 percent monthly reduction in compensation from January 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021. APPLICATION DETAILS Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on January 7, 2021, and best consideration will be gained for materials submitted prior to that date. Materials should be addressed to Jill Triplett, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted online as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number, "R0123230" in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application. SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online. EEO/AA STATEMENT Where cost is a material factor, the abbreviated statement can be used in lieu of the preferred complete statement. UNLV is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer TITLE IX STATEMENT UNLV does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities, including admissions, on the basis of sex/gender pursuant to Title IX, or on the basis of age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color or religion pursuant to Title 4, Chapter 8, Section 13 of the NSHE Handbook. Reports of discriminatory misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and/or concerns about noncompliance with Title IX or any other anti-discrimination laws or policies should be directed to UNLV's Title IX Coordinator Michelle Sposito. The Title IX Coordinator can be reached through the online reporting form, by email at titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, by phone at (702) 895-4055, by mail at 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV, 89154-1062, or in person at Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH), Room 555. Job Category Administrative Faculty Required Attachment(s)