Assistant Director for Upward Bound, Dr. William W. Sullivan Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach [R0147554]
Assistant Director for Upward Bound, Dr. William W. Sullivan Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach [R0147554]
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Job Description
The University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) appreciates your interest in employment. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:
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Job Description
ROLE of the POSITION
This position works under the general direction of the Director for Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math and Science and is responsible for assisting in the oversight and administration of eight federal TRIO secondary level programs five Upward Bound and three Upward Bound Math and Science Projects. The Assistant Director is responsible for coordinating college tours events and incentive activities; assisting with institutional and community collaboration efforts; managing multiple components of the Academic Year and Summer Bridge program; conducting short and long-term planning; assisting with directing program services; as well as coordinating all alumni relations functions. Additionally this position will assist with budget tracking reporting ensuring compliance with applicable federal state and university mandates and with Center-wide and project specific objectives. The Assistant Director will provide direct leadership by supervising training and evaluating full-time and part-time staff within these eight projects. The Assistant Director will serve as an advocate for all Center programs and a liaison with the host institution the Clark County School District as well as the local state and federal agencies community organizations and the general public. Moreover the Assistant Director is expected to be a major contributor in the research and writing of all grants supporting the vision and mission of The Center. This position is exempt from overtime.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university and 5 years of supervisory experience in a comparable position. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment. Candidate must be able to drive and maintain a valid Nevada driver license. Candidate must be able to pass the federal background check/fingerprinting process through the Clark County School District (CCSD) and obtain a CCSD ID Badge. Candidate must be available to work on Saturday and during the 6-week summer residential program. Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. Candidate must be able to meet deadlines and maintain regular communication with leadership; must have the ability to perform multiple responsibilities or tasks simultaneously work in a selfdirected environment as well as plan and organize on a daily and longterm basis. Candidate must also have direct experience working in a professional setting collaborating with organization personnel to manage projects resources and initiatives in order to meet organizational objectives.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Masters degree from a regionally accredited college or university is preferred. Direct experience with TRIO GEAR UP or similar grant-funded projects is preferred. Candidate should have a thorough knowledge of the Upward Bound program management applicable laws codes and regulations. Candidate should have the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with students school district personnel (teachers and administrators) university staff and community agencies. Candidate should possess advanced knowledge of educational psychology and student development issues and working experience with underrepresented students. Candidate should possess command of the principles and techniques for making effective oral presentations; should be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communications skills effective time management skills and good computer skills. Candidate should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to work with and counsel secondary students from traditionally underrepresented groups that are academically-at-risk low-income and ethnically diverse. Experience with setting up and maintaining online communication with students is also preferred.
COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES
A successful candidate will support diversity equity and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.
SALARY
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding
Competitive total rewards package including:
Paid time off sick leave and holidays
Excellent health insurance including medical dental and vision
Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
No state income tax
Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
Tuition discounts for spouses domestic partners and dependents
PERKS
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
UNLV athletics ticket discounts
Statewide employee purchase program discounts
Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
A comprehensive onboarding program Rebels: Onboard
Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a letter of interest a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience and the names email addresses and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.
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 July 21st 2025.
Materials should be addressed to Jeff Detrick Search Committee Chair and must be submitted through Workday as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process please contact or UNLV Human Resources at or .
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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.
PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1957 UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30000 students and more than 3600 faculty and staff. To date UNLV has conferred more than 152000 degrees producing more than 130000 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 and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty educating the regions 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.
Here at UNLV we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Reports annual listing of the nations most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.
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EEO/AA STATEMENT
The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons 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 (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles afros bantu knots curls braids locks and twists) color or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class including unlawful harassment which is a form of discrimination is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination to prevent its recurrence to remedy its effects and to discipline those responsible. Women minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
TITLE IX STATEMENT
The University of Nevada Las Vegas does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The Universitys commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito J.D. Title IX Coordinator University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Box 451062 Las Vegas NV 89154-1062 Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553 Telephone: ; Email: or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1- FAX: ; TDD: 1-; Email: ; or to both.
Information pertaining to the Universitys grievance procedures and grievance process including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.
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.
JOB CATEGORY
Administrative Faculty
YesFull-Time Equivalent
100.0%Required Attachment(s)
Submit a letter of interest a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience and the names email addresses and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verifiedHR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty members first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
As part of the hiring process applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
For positions that require driving evidence of a valid drivers license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.
All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).
Recruitments that provide a work scheduleare subject to change based on organizational needs.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
