Director of TRIO Programs

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number

998029

Functional Title

Director of TRIO Programs

Position Type

Administration - Staff

Position Eclass

EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The TRIO Program at UNCG supports the academic success, retention, and graduation of low-income, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities through comprehensive, student-centered services. TRIO aims to foster academic achievement and personal growth by providing tailored advising, academic support, financial literacy education, mentoring, cultural enrichment, and graduate school preparation. By addressing both academic and non-academic barriers, TRIO empowers students to reach their fullest potential, successfully complete their degrees, and pursue further education, ultimately enhancing their social mobility and lifelong success.

Position Summary

The Director of TRiO Programs is responsible for leading and managing TRIO Programs, including but not limited to SSS Classic, SSS STEM-H, and McNair Scholars, aimed at supporting low-income, first-generation, and disabled students. The Director ensures program compliance with federal, state, and university regulations and grant guidelines, focusing on increasing student retention and graduation rates.

Minimum Qualifications

The Director must have a Master's degree in Education, Counseling, or related field with at least 5 years of administrative experience including budget management, staff supervision, planning evaluation and reporting in an organization comparable to TRIO Programs.

The Director must also have 5 years' experience in direct services (counseling, teaching, advising, etc) to TRIO-eligible students.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

Preferred Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Range

Commensurate with education and experience

Org #-Department

TRiO Programs - 10912

Job Open Date

10/23/2025

For Best Consideration Date

11/06/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

FTE

1.000

Type of Appointment

Permanent

If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.

Number of Months per Year

12

FLSA

Exempt