Upward Bound Director

What We Are Looking For: A Master’s degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, including program development, academic advising, and team supervision. A track record of success in supporting college preparatory initiatives, including instruction, assessment, and standardized testing. Familiarity with TRiO or similar programs is highly valued. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus, enhancing your ability to connect with diverse families and students. Budget managementThe maximum budget for the position is $69,000. This position is fully grant-funded through the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) and is contingent upon continued DOE funding. The current appointment runs through August 31, 2027, with the possibility of renewal based on funding and institutional needs.

Why Join Us: This is a full-time, grant-funded role offering a unique opportunity to lead a federally supported program. As we enter the final year of the current five-year grant cycle, Upward Bound at Brandeis is a thriving program ready for your leadership and vision. Pay Range DisclosureThe University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. Equal Opportunity StatementBrandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class"). COME WORK WITH USBrandeis University is a great employer for all the same reasons it is an outstanding university. Its commitment to inclusion, dedication to lifelong learning and commitment to excellence are just a few of the reasons our workplace culture shines bright. We take pride not only in maintaining this culture, but expanding it - by recruiting and retaining outstanding employees who share our values and enrich Brandeis University overall. Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class"). Application & Accessibility InformationApplicants who require accommodation in the job application process are welcome to contact Human Resources at 781-736-4474 or via email, humanresources@brandeis.edu. The health and safety of the Brandeis community is important. While not required, we strongly recommend that employees are fully vaccinated. For additional information feel free to review the Human Resources Office website. Certain positions at Brandeis University may require a background check. To review this policy, visit our website at http://www.brandeis.edu/human-resources/onboarding/index.html