Project Director-TRIO Student Support Services

Project Director-TRIO Student Support Services

Oregon State University

Department: TRiO/Student Supprt Svcs (MSA)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: $66,316-$115,962

Job Summary:

The TRIO Student Support Services Program is seeking a Project Director- Trio Student Support Services (SSS ). This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Oregon State University (OSU ) Project Director-TRIO Student Support Services (SSS ) provides strategic leadership and oversight of the federally funded TRIO SSS grant programs on the Corvallis campus. This position is responsible for critical program and grant management functions, including recruitment, selection, orientation and assessments, service delivery, staff supervision, professional development and evaluation, budget monitoring, program assessment, and reporting. The Project Director ensures compliance with all state and federal regulations and university policies while fostering innovation and continuous program improvement to maximize student success outcomes.

The TRIO SSS programs at OSU -Corvallis serve more than 295 low-income, first-generation college students and students with disabilities. The Project Director plays a pivotal leadership role in advancing the mission to increase retention, academic performance, and graduation rates for participants. Effectiveness is measured by student achievement, engagement, and persistence toward degree completion.

The Project Director provides vision and leadership for all grant activities, including the development and administration of program policies, evaluations, annual performance reports, and renewal proposals. They are also responsible for gathering data and supporting the preparation of competitive continuation proposals at the end of each five-year grant cycle.

As a key leader within the Educational Opportunities Program (EOP ), the Project Director reports to the Executive Director of EOP , serves on the EOP Leadership Team, and contributes to divisional initiatives within the OSU Division of Student Affairs. The Project Director is responsible for cultivating a collaborative, student-centered culture focused on excellence, accountability, and continuous program improvement.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

70% – Program Leadership and Management

15% – Academic Counseling and Student Support

5% – Federal Compliance and Reporting

5% – University Collaboration

5% – Outreach, Advocacy, and Professional Development

What You Will Need

• Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Four years of progressively responsible experience involving budget management, staff supervision, and administration of a federally funded grant program or comparable student success program.

• Four years of experience providing direct support for the educational success of high financial need, first-generation, students with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented student populations, including those needing developmental education.

• Four years of leadership experience in developing, implementing, or coordinating student success initiatives in higher education, such as mentoring, tutoring, academic advising, or academic support programs.

• Experience in grant writing and administration, including compliance with federal or state reporting requirements.

• Strong commitment to a developmental and student-centered philosophy, with proven ability to effectively serve diverse student populations.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and function effectively as part of a collaborative academic and student success team.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience in program assessment, data analysis, and continuous improvement processes that strengthen student outcomes in higher education.

• Experience with TRIO programs in a four-year university context or other federally funded student success initiatives.

• Knowledge of and ability to apply U.S. Department of Education regulations, policies, and guidelines related to federal grant programs (e.g., EDGAR , OMB circulars, Higher Education Act).

• Demonstrated record of advancing inclusive excellence in higher education settings.

• Experience with student information and data management systems, including Microsoft Office, Banner, and TRIO -specific databases such as Blumen.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This position is based in a typical office environment on the OSU Corvallis campus with regular interaction with students, staff, and faculty. The Project Director must be flexible to work occasional evenings and weekends to support program activities and events and will travel periodically to regional and national trainings and conferences related to TRIO and student success.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 14, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Sandi Hunt

hunts@oregonstate.edu

541-737-3628

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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