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POSITION SUMMARY
The Upward Bound South Program is a federally funded program designed to assist economically and disadvantage youth who wish to continue their education beyond the secondary level. The program provides serves to eligible 9th - 12th graders in targeted schools and districts. This position is grant-funded through the US Department of Education and grant writing experience is a plus. Executive Director should be able to guide Directors in ensuring that potential students are matriculating through the program.
Reporting to the Executive Director of Upward Bound and Talent Search Programs, the Director of Upward Bound South provides immediate supervision to the oversite of academic, career and educational counseling, as well as technical assistance with the entire admissions and financial aid application processes. The Director is responsible for developing and implementing all project activities and oversee the staff for the program. They will work in collaboration with College administrators, district public school systems, participants, and families.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the immediate supervisor of SUSLA Upward Bound South Program operations including oversees the management of staff, participants, and activities.
• Responsible for the development of implementation of all project activities of the SUSLA UBS project, including initiation of all budget transactions, scheduling, and assignment of educational advocates' duties.
• Develop, maintain, and evaluate policies and procedures for UBS information and assistance activities.
• Conduct orientations, recruit, and identify and screen secondary school students' eligibility for UBS services; determine and provide services needed.
• Serve as the liaison that oversees the direct outreach activities at secondary schools, community-based organizations, community meetings and other appropriate settings.
• Orient secondary school personnel to the UBS program.
• Develop and coordinate support services such as tutoring and skills workshops for participants.
• Provide weekend sessions direct vocational, career and academic advising to persons seeking post-secondary education including the use of technology and other data resources. Assist enrolled participants in clarifying realistic educational goals.
• Coordinate all project special events, academic component, and summer program activities.
• Ensure effective communication with all secondary partners, staff, and teacher employees. Assist with hiring and employment related matters.
• Prepare all UPN reports; reports to Executive Director; provides training and staff development.
• Travel for professional development when necessary.
• Perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 3 years of administrative or supervisory experience in education, social services, counseling, federal program administration or related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Work experience in TRiO programs.

COMPENSATION: $45,000 - $48,000
TYPE: Full-time
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins September 14, 2026 and continues until position is filled.

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Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Title IX prohibits use of federal money to support sex discrimination in education programs and provides individuals protection against such practices.
In compliance with federal law and USDOE federal guidance, including provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), Executive Order 11246, Executive Order 13988, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 as mended by the Jobs for Veterans Act, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, as amended, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, an institution of the Southern University System shall not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, color, nation or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, covered veteran's status, or genetic information in its administration of education policies, programs, or activities; admission policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other institution-administered programs; or employment.
As part of their commitment to maintaining a community free of discrimination, and in compliance with Title IX's mandate, institutions of the Southern University System shall address allegations of power-based violence and sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, in a timely and effective manner. Further, institutions of the Southern University System will provide resources as needed for affected persons (Reporters, Complainants, Respondents, and third parties within the institution's community) and will not tolerate retaliation against any person who reports or participates in the investigation of alleged power-based violence or sex/gender discrimination.
In accordance with the requirement of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its Amending Act of 2008 (collectively "ADA"), the Southern University System (System) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The System does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. The System will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the System's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille, and other ways of making communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. The System will make reasonable modifications to policies, procedures, and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the System, should contact the ADA Coordinator. The ADA does not require the System to take any action that would fundamentally alter the natures of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the System is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator.
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