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Morehouse College

Administrative Assistant - TRIO

Atlanta, GA

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

This position ensures the efficient day-to-day functioning of program offices, assists with student ... Experience supporting federally funded programs, academic programs, or TRIO initiatives. Experience ...

Bay College

TRIO Peer Mentor Escanaba

Escanaba, MI · On-site

$13.73/hr

Up to 10 hours per week per position Supervision Exercised N/A Supervision Received This position works under the general supervision of the TRIO Program Coordinator. Work Environment Work ...

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How much do trio program jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for trio program in the United States is $45,331.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $49,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a TRIO Program Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a TRIO Program Coordinator, you need a background in education or counseling, experience working with first-generation or underrepresented students, and often a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with federal compliance guidelines, student information systems, and data reporting tools like Excel is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and organizational abilities help build trust and effectively support diverse student populations. These skills ensure that students receive targeted support, meet program requirements, and achieve academic success.

What is the difference between Trio Program vs Academic Advisor?

AspectTrio ProgramAcademic Advisor
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree; some roles prefer experience in education or counselingRequires a bachelor's degree; often prefers experience in student services or counseling
Work EnvironmentNonprofit or educational settings, working directly with students from underserved backgroundsEducational institutions, providing guidance to students on academic planning and progress
Employer & IndustryFederal TRIO programs, colleges, universities, nonprofit organizationsHigh schools, colleges, universities, student support services

The Trio Program focuses on providing support services to help students from disadvantaged backgrounds succeed academically, often through outreach and mentoring. Academic Advisors primarily assist students with course selection, academic planning, and progress monitoring. While both roles support student success, the Trio Program has a broader outreach component, whereas Academic Advisors focus more on individual academic planning within educational institutions.

What are TRIO programs?

TRIO programs are a group of federally funded outreach and student services initiatives in the United States designed to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. These programs aim to help low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs. TRIO includes several distinct programs such as Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services, each providing tutoring, counseling, mentoring, financial guidance, and other support services. The goal is to increase college access, retention, and graduation rates for underrepresented students.

What are some typical responsibilities of a TRIO Program Advisor, and how do they impact student success?

As a TRIO Program Advisor, you’ll typically support first-generation, low-income, or disabled students by providing academic guidance, organizing workshops, and connecting students to campus resources. Daily tasks often include one-on-one advising, coordinating events, tracking student progress, and collaborating with faculty and other support staff. Your role is vital in helping students overcome barriers to college retention and graduation, making your work both impactful and rewarding. Advisors also play a key part in cultivating an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters student achievement.
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Infographic showing various Trio Program job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,331 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

TRiO Program Director

Klamath Community College

Klamath Falls, OR • On-site

$48K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Salary: $48,284.00 - $85,046.00 Annually
Location : 7390 South 6th Street, Klamath Falls, OR
Job Type: Full-time Exempt
Job Number: 2026-07275
Department: Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The TRiO Program Director manages grant implementation to ensure program compliance and achievement of targeted grant outcomes. The TRiO Director also contributes to the successful implementation and management of TRiO program services and objectives in accordance with the grant; the director recommends new hires, trains and supervises staff members, and performs other duties as assigned.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the position description satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manages grant implementation to ensure program compliance and achievement of targeted grant outcomes.
  • Establishes specific grant outcomes, measurements, and progress benchmarks.
  • Authors and submits grant-related reports and administrative requirements, meeting deadlines.
  • Manages grant implementation to help ensure the College's compliance with the funding agency's rules and regulations.
  • Assesses program participants' needs; recommends, develops, and oversees implementation of TRiO/SSS projects and activities designed to meet program needs in accordance with grant objectives and federal operating guidelines.
  • Oversees collection of participant and program data and ensures that required reports comply with grant regulations.
  • Develops annual budget and manages program funds in accordance with grant guidelines.

Contributes to the successful implementation and management of TRiO/SSS program services and objectives in accordance with the grant.
  • Communicates and coordinates with other College programs, departments, staff, and faculty to promote awareness of TRiO/SSS and to increase participants' retention, graduation, and transfer rates.
  • Oversees designated student caseload.
  • Provides academic advising and support, transfer information, financial aid and scholarship availability, and information and support regarding other applicable processes towards students' success.
  • Ensures that a full array of programmatic efforts, support services, and outreach are offered to TRiO/SSS students.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of the program, including the curriculum of success courses, orientation sessions, cultural events, TRiO/SSS tutoring services, career workshops, and other efforts identified in the grant.
  • Provides overall leadership and logistics of the TRiO Summer Bridge Program.

Recommends new hires; trains and supervises staff members.
  • Manages direct reports (Academic Advisor and Program Assistant), ensuring that department deliverables and quality standards are met.
  • Conducts performance appraisals, recommends the hiring of staff when needed, and monitors conformance to College policies.
  • Contributes to the development of direct reports by providing frequent performance feedback, opportunities for professional growth, encouraging input, empowering decision-making, and equipping the employees to succeed in their role.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Participates in College committees as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Support FSGGS as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS ROLE
  • Knowledge of principles and techniques of grant proposal writing, budgeting, administration, and compliance
  • Ability to understand and interpret detailed regulations related to grants.
  • Knowledge of successful retention strategies utilized in higher education, particularly regarding the unique needs of community college students.
  • Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally through oral and written formats, including public speaking, teaching, and program promotion.
  • Ability to develop cooperative relationships with individuals, programs, College departments, and community agencies.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
  • Ability to compose and present information in a manner that is technically correct, compliant with guidelines/requirements, and well-presented.
  • Ability to develop and apply flexibility, resourcefulness, and creative approaches to unique problems with an understanding of the full College-wide context.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, project management, employee management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Frequently moving from stationary sitting positions to standing and walking.

  • This position is contingent upon the availability of funding from external grants. In the event that grant funding is reduced, eliminated, or not renewed, the position may be subject to modification or termination.
  • This position may require occasional travel out of state, driving College-owned or personal vehicles.
  • Occasional overnight, weekend travel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Completion of Master's degree or other relevant college-level course work.
  • At least three (3) years' experience in staff supervision, comprehensive program oversight and coordination, fiscal management.
  • Knowledge of the needs of first-generation, low-income, academically underprepared, and/or disabled college students strongly preferred.

Supplemental Information
*This position is contingent upon the availability of funding from external grants. In the event that grant funding is reduced, eliminated, or not renewed, the position may be subject to modification or termination.
It is the policy of Klamath Community College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
  • A monthly contribution toward the purchase of the Health Insurance Package (or the actual premium for the health insurance package selected, whichever is the lesser amount)
  • Vacation leave @ 20 days per year (pro-rated from hire date)
  • Personal leave @ 2 days per year (2 days if hired before December 31)
  • Sick Leave accrued @ 1 day per month
  • Holidays as defined in the Personnel Policies (12)
  • Bereavement Leave allowance of 5 days per occurrence
  • Individual employee option to participate in an IRC 125 Flexible Spending Account Plan
  • Employee option to participate in a 403(b) tax-deferred annuity and/or 457 (b) deferred compensation plan
  • Group Life Insurance @ twice annual salary for employee only
  • Group Long Term Disability Insurance for employee only
  • Group Accident Insurance @ $300,000 for employee only
  • Employee option to purchase additional life insurance for employee and employee's dependents
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) coverage for employee and employee's dependents
  • AFLAC: Employee option to purchase additional life insurance for employee and employee's dependents
  • MASA - air transport for medical
  • Public Employees' Retirement System - PERS (upon meeting State eligibility requirements)
  • Tuition waiver for employee and employee's dependents for unlimited Klamath Community College District credit and non-credit courses

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