Program Specialist (Adjunct) - TRIO Veterans Upward Bound

Plan, coordinate, and conduct workshops, events, and college/career readiness and preparation activities.  Assist in the development and implementation of procedures and services which promote academic development and postsecondary enrollment of participating students.  Ensure continuous improvement by conducting assessment and evaluation of programming 

Provide direct support to veteran participants (amongst multiple counties throughout Michigan) through career guidance, college admissions and financial aid application assistance, academic advising, and referrals to other resources for veterans. 

Identify, recruit, and select qualified program participants (125 participants or as specified in the grant). 

Conduct Needs Assessments for all new participants in collaboration with other program staff and develop an individualized success plan for each participant.  Prepare and document accurate evaluation of student progress for all program participants each semester to be added to the student's individualized plan. 

Assist leadership in supervision of staff, including hiring, training, and performance management and development.  

Maintain accurate data and documentation of all program participants and services and contribute completing the Annual Performance Report (APR) for the U.S. Department of Education.  Review and maintain student files and other documentation to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and federal guidelines. 

Serve as liaison and spread awareness of programs and services by developing and distributing informational materials and assisting leadership with making presentations to various veteran-serving and other local organizations. 

Attend training and professional development sessions to stay current on Department of Education and TRIO grant policies and procedures.   

Collaborate with internal and external campus partners and serve on committees as needed. 

Perform other duties as required/assigned by leade