Portland State University is Oregon's most diverse and only urban public research university. PSU provides access to a top-tier education as a key driver of economic and social mobility, a source of growth for the diverse communities in the region and a catalyst for social progress.

The Director oversees both pre-college TRIO programs at Portland State: Educational Talent Search (ETS) and Upward Bound (UB). The two TRIO programs are sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education through its office for post-Secondary Education. Through these programs, middle (ETS) and high school (ETS & UB) students, age 11 to 27 years, the majority of whom are first generation, low income are provided educational information that encourages program participants to successfully complete high school and plan for college or university study.

Information related to careers and academic programs, and services such as assistance with college applications and financial aid forms are some of the program activities.Upward Bound is an intensive educational support program, providing tutoring and instruction, as well as counseling and activities that motivate participants to succeed in high school and enroll in post-secondary study. The Director participates in the delivery of services to students, as needed.

- Hold a Master's degree in Guidance and Counseling, Education, Student Personnel, Business or related field; or a Bachelor's degree with substantial experience in TRIO or TRIO-like organizations may be substituted for the MA or MS (5 years in TRIO, with 3 years in administrative/ management role).

- Minimum of five years professional experience in education, or a closely related field, with increasing responsibilities during those years. Experience includes working with racially, culturally, and socio- economically diverse students and parents.

- Minimum of two years experience in program administration and community relations, preferably in a public school or postsecondary education setting.

- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Grant management and grant writing experience is highly desirable.

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.

The starting annual salary for this position will be $74,232 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools. Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package :