Position Summary

The Director of Student Support Services is responsible for the overall organization and management of the federally funded TRIO program.

Salary Schedule: Appropriate placement based on experience C3 03 ( $47,322-$77,309)

Under Alabama Act 2024-360 and revised ACCS Policy 204.01-Appointment of Local Administrative Staff, employment in any executive and administrative management position will be governed solely by the terms of a contract. Non-probationary/tenure status cannot be achieved or maintained under the Student’s First Act.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Student Support Services Director is responsible for the overall organization and management of the federally funded TRIO program. The Director will adhere to guidelines as specified by the Lawson State Community College Policies and procedures Manual, the President of the college, the Dean of Students, the State Board of Education, and the U.S. Department of Education. Duties will include, but not be limited to:

Designs, implements and supervises activities in accordance with the approved goals and objectives of the program.

Develops and implements student identification, selection, and enrollment procedures for the program.

Supervises the program staff and directs the development and coordination of activities among staff.

Provides leadership to staff in assessing students’ needs and providing appropriate services.

Maintains fiscal control of the program budgets and ensures compliance with federal regulations.

Develops and maintains an efficient record keeping system.

Maintains liaison with the U.S. Department of Education and the campus community.

Disseminates information and conducts activities that will foster an institutional climate that is supportive of low-income, first-generation college and disabled individuals.

Keeps cognizant of federal regulations concerning the program.

Represents the program by participating in college committees and activities.

Provides in-service educational activities and conducts evaluations of program staff and services.

Prepares federal and institutional reports and grant applications as required.

Provides statistical data on program enrollment, activities and outcomes.

Develops and coordinates an early alert system.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING:

Master’s Degree required with a major in Education, Counseling, Educational Leadership, or related field from a regionally accredited university.

Three (3) years of supervisory experience in educational administration, program coordination or similar administrative position.

REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS:
None
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:
NoneApplication Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants may apply at www.lawsonstate.edu. For questions please contact the Office of Human Resources at 205-929-3408 or at humanresources@lawsonstate.edu. All application materials will become the property of the college. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.

A complete application packet consists of:

A cover letterAn Online applicationA current resumeA copy of relevant post-secondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date of degree conferred.If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:

Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.