Job Title: Director, TJC Promise Program

Requisition ID: req1085

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Number of Months:

Salary Range:

Location: Tyler, TX

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and DUTIES

· Oversee a comprehensive program including all initiatives that support the successful planning and implementation of the TJC Promise program.

· Work with school district superintendents and high school counselors to ensure that the Promise program strengthens the college going culture and prepares students for college.

· Partner with TJC departments to develop and implement the program including planning of administrative support for Promise scholarship recipients attending TJC.

· Develop promotional materials including brochures, e-mail blasts, social media and web presence in support of program.

· Plan activities and events that broaden awareness of the TJC Promise and recruit and retain students.

· Engage alumni and friends to support the program through volunteer opportunities.

· Work with high schools in tracking and providing student data required for eligibility.

· Develop and maintain a database to track program cohorts within participating high schools.

· Oversee official appeals process.

· Lead development of overall resource plan to support all aspects of program.

· Develop and track budget.

· Represent TJC to the College's constituencies.

COMPETENCIES

· Outstanding organizational and communication skills with ability to serve as strong advocate and articulate spokesperson for the College and the TJC Promise.

· Demonstrated success in working with diverse constituencies.

· Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams in planning and implementing activities and events.

· Working knowledge of computer programs and understanding of and comfort with current technology.

· Supports mission, philosophy and values of Tyler Junior College.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education/Experience

· Bachelor's degree required.

Preferred Education/Experience

· Three to five years' experience working with a scholarship program preferred.

EXPECTATIONS

· Perform other duties as assigned.

· Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.

· Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.

Travel

Must have and maintain a current valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands. The position description is not inclusive of all responsibilities and expectations and may be amended with or without prior notice.