Director: WSSU GEAR UP Regional Director-Forsyth County
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
Winston Salem State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran and National Guard.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Director, Subdivision/Unit/Program- AC |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class |
89615 |
Position Overview
| Position Summary |
The full-time Regional Director will be responsible for coordinating
WSSU
GEAR UP program components in target
GEAR UP K-12 schools and community colleges. The Regional Director will provide technical assistance and monitor progress to meet grant goals and objectives in participating school districts and community colleges. Consistent travel to the school districts and community colleges is required. Three Regional Directors positions are available. The Regional Director position available will service Forsyth County.
- The 12-month, full-time Regional Director of WSSU GEAR UP will report to the Associate Director and be responsible for coordinating WSSU GEAR UP program components. The Regional Director will provide technical assistance to WSSU GEAR UP educational partners (Community Colleges and Local Education Agency partners) along with monitoring and evaluating progress towards meeting grant goals and objectives.
- Provide technical assistance to WSSU GEAR UP participating schools for program design, development, implementation, evaluation, sustainability efforts, annual work plan development, and annual budget justification.
- Communicate regularly with community colleges and school district administrators, teachers, guidance counselors, WSSU GEAR UP Coordinators, business and community leaders.
- Work collaboratively with other Regional Directors and the Associate Director to prepare comprehensive professional development programming for WSSU GEAR UP educational partners
- Secure student and family residential experiences for WSSU GEAR UP students and their families
- Identify resources needed to improve the academic preparation and performance of WSSU GEAR UP students within the individual community colleges and LEAs
- Assist in the development and facilitation of annual postsecondary success summits
- Manage all aspects of WSSU GEAR UP early intervention components, including meeting with WSSU GEAR UP partner organizations, scheduling and coordinating training for field personnel, and helping WSSU GEAR UP school districts review evaluation reports to increase student learning
- Regional Director should possess a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, family engagement, and sustainable community partnerships to improve student outcomes.
- Monitor the data collection of student and parent participation, track student academic achievement, and monitor monthly expenditures of WSSU GEAR UP programs.
- Compose and submit reports to the Executive Director as well as compile evaluation data for annual federal reporting activities.
- Other duties as assigned
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Position Information
| Position Number |
211418 |
| Working Position Title |
Director: WSSU GEAR UP Regional Director-Forsyth County |
| Building and Room No. |
A.H. Anderson Center Mobile Unit |
| Appointment Type |
Time limited |
| If Time Limited. |
Yes |
| Appointment Length. |
Contingent upon continued external funding |
Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
Not Mandatory |
| Normal Work Schedule |
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Some evening and weekend hours periodically. |
| Department Required Skills |
A Bachelor's Degree in education, business, or a related discipline with three years of relevant experience. |
| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
Master's Degree |
| Required License or Certification |
|
| Valid US Driver's License |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Time Limited Position |
Yes |
| Appointment Length |
Contingent upon continued external funding |
| Salary |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
12/06/2024 |
| Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
Winston Salem State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran and National Guard.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834 |
Supplemental Questions
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- Other
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- References List
Optional Documents
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
- Unofficial Transcript
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Winston Salem State University
Commensurate with education and experience
Dec 31, 2024