Duties: Plan, establish, direct, monitor, coordinate, and administer total program operations for the Talent Search Project; coordinate with other social services agencies, school systems, and community organizations to ensure adequate implementation and operations of the program; responsible for compliance with program grants, awards, and other contracts; prepare budgets and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in guidance and counseling, education, administration, or a related field is required; two to three years’ experience in administration; personal experience with a TRIO project or from a background similar to program participants; commitment to the advancement of ETS eligible populations, as defined in the Higher Education Act; experience in the administration of federal grant programs; experience in supervising staff and managing budgets; excellent oral and written communication skills; public service oriented; must have organizational and managerial skills. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to the value of all members of the SAU community, to excellence in interpersonal behaviors, and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, current resume, and the contact information of three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted.