Job Description

General Description:

The Site Director will oversee the Dream Team at Platte Valley Pre-Collegiate Program serving students in grades 6-12 at Kersey Platte Valley RE-7 School District. The Dream Team at Platte Valley Program creates educational opportunities for limited-income, first-generation students while providing access to higher education and assisting in the transition to college. Program services include group and individual connections, academic advising and support, exposure to career and educational opportunities, and enrichment events.

The Site Director for Dream Team at Platte Valley is responsible for implementing the pre-collegiate program; providing student advising, monitoring of pre-collegiate program services at each of the targeted schools; evaluation and academic program development; and providing administrative and leadership support. The Site Director also supports the Executive Director in the implementation of the mission and goals of Dream Team at Platte Valley Program.

Reports to:

Executive Director

Responsibilities:

PROGRAM PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Provide leadership in developing academic workshop curriculum, student enrichment and events, career and college field trips, and summer programming. Integral role in the development, management, and evaluation of program objectives, administrative support, and delegation of tasks.

ADVISING

Advise and provide planned services that assure retention, promotion and graduation for student caseload. Advise and assist high school seniors to become "college ready" and assure that they are prepared to enroll in a program of post-secondary education. Monitor student academic standing, attendance and behavior to ensure school success. Build relationships with students to encourage positive school trajectory and daily interactions. Assist students in completing college admission and financial aid applications.

RECRUITMENT

Develop and coordinate the implementation of a recruitment plan for the program. Verify program eligibility for each student applicant. Ability to interview students to determine fit/need Publicly present information to staff, students, families and community

MONITOR & DOCUMENT

Monitor the progress toward accomplishment of program objectives and oversee documentation of all aspects of program activity. Ensure progress is made to meet program objectives and grant goals.

REPORTS, DATA & CORRESPONDENCE

Compile data and written reports documenting program outcomes and accomplishments. Maintain Blumen database system including applications, data entry and cumulative reports. Maintain student program files, keeping information current, accurate and confidential

COMMUNITY RELATIONS

Develop and maintain relationships and excellence in communication between the program and community, to include schools served and post-secondary institutions.

TEAM MEMBER of The Greeley Dream Team

Support annual events and activities as assigned. Attend staff meetings. Communicate with co-workers and supervisor. Adhere to policies and procedures

OTHER DUTIES

This position is highly visible to outreach where adherence to protocol, policies, and procedures is expected and of high priority. Participate in local, state, and national conferences as assigned. Professional appearance in dress and manner. Other activities as assigned.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED:

Bachelor's Degree in education, social work, counseling, or related field, required. Prior experience in supervision of staff members Minimum Two years' experience with TRiO programs or similar pre-colligate programs, including experience in interacting with secondary and post-secondary institutions and students, and documenting and reporting participant progress and accomplishments. Prior experience in developing, organizing, and implementing program goals and objectives. Prior experience in evidence-based advising practices. Self-motivated & displays high level of customer service skills. Excellent communication skills: oral and written. Demonstrated organizational, multi-tasking and detail-oriented skills.
PREFERRED:

Prior experience with Blumen database. Prior experience in grant facilitation. Prior experience working with diverse and under-served population.

Terms:

This position offers the following:

Exempt Salaried Position, $55,000-$60,000, dependent upon qualifications Paid sick and discretionary time Medical, dental, vision, cell phone stipend, and a 403(b) retirement account Scheduled day hours with some evenings and weekends required Position to start in November/December

Submittal Procedure:

Interested candidates must submit a

cover letter (preferably stating why you would be a good fit for the position),

a

resume, and

three professional references. Thank you!

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Supervising: 1 year (Preferred) TRiO program or similar pre-collegiate program: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:

Kersey, CO 80644 (Required)
Work Location: In person