Director/ Ronald E Mcnair Program

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Job Posting Title:

Director/ Ronald E McNair Program

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Pres

• EM - RSS - Special Populations (Lalah Simone Radney (00082172))

Work Location:

0233 William B. Hatcher Hall

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

The Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the program, including student recruitment, academic support, faculty mentorship, and administrative duties. This position requires strong leadership skills, and the ability to effectively manage a team of staff and student employees.

Responsible for preparation, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of the Ronald E. McNair Grant.

Develop and maintain a program that will provide historically underrepresented college juniors and seniors into graduate education and facilitate entry into post-graduate level programs. Responsible for disseminating information concerning the program to interested individuals on college campuses; maintaining a working knowledge of federal and University requirements; exercising budgetary control; and maintaining contact with relevant University offices including Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Affairs, and the Graduate School. This position will collaborate closely with the LSU Future Scholars program to strategically expose the LSU community to research opportunities and graduate school pathways, aligning with the President's Scholarship First agenda. 60%

Supervision of all programmatic aspects. Develop, coordinate, and implement special assistance programs (workshops and classes) aimed at improving and promoting the chances of entry into a post baccalaureate program of students within and without the University; and aimed at improving and facilitating academic and personal growth for undergraduates from within and without the University.

Organize and implement a counseling system for participants in the Ronald E. McNair Program. Develop, coordinate, and promote faculty/student research and assignments for target academic areas.

Establish and chair the grant Advisory Team. Establish the research faculty and faculty mentoring programs. Responsible for staff selection, training, and evaluation. Develop other innovative programs and activities. 40%

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree and five years of experience with preferred experience in education or related field.

• At least three years of experience in program management, preferably in a TRIO or similar educational access program, or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in higher education or related field. Administrative and supervisory experience with a TRIO academic support program.

• Demonstrated commitment to serving students from low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented backgrounds.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and community partners.

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.

• Proficiency in budget management, grant writing, and program evaluation techniques.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, while prioritizing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.

Special Qualifications:

As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an

obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center.

In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

This position is funded by the LSU Ronald E. McNair grant and is therefore contingent upon further availability of funding. Should the grant funding for this position cease to continue, LSU will provide 30-day notice upon a decision to end the position for lack of funding.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

The location of this position is LSU-BR and is not eligible for remote work.

To be considered, qualified candidates will submit a complete application which includes a cover letter explaining their specific interest in the position and how their skills and experiences prepare them for success in this role, a resume, and three professional references.

Please provide resume and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Lalah Radney at lradney@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

May 22, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.