TRIO Director

About the role

California State University, Bakersfield is hiring a full-time, on-site TRIO Director in its Student Services unit. The position is temporary and ends on or before August 31, 2027, with any continuation beyond that date contingent on satisfactory performance and available funding. It reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Success and oversees the administration, implementation and evaluation of federally funded TRIO programs that support first-generation, low-income and underrepresented students.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the vision, goals and operational strategy of TRIO, manage the program budget and ensure compliance with federal regulations and grant requirements
• Prepare and submit the five-year TRIO grant proposal, coordinate with the Office of Grants, Research and Sponsored Programs, and attend grant-writing workshops and national meetings
• Serve as the campus liaison to the U.S. Department of Education, submitting Annual Performance Reports and budget justifications
• Analyze student engagement, retention and graduation data to inform program improvement
• Provide direct advisement and case management to first-generation and low-income students, develop individualized success plans and coordinate tutoring, mentoring and study skills workshops
• Help students resolve FAFSA issues, SAP appeals and scholarship access, and monitor progress with early alert systems
• Coordinate curriculum development, program events, field trips and orientation to the TRIO Talent Search Program
• Build partnerships with departments, school districts, community organizations and alumni, and represent TRIO at campus, regional, statewide and national meetings
• Supervise and train a team of professional and student staff, set performance goals and professional development plans, and maintain audit-ready documentation

Required profile

• Degree equivalent to a four-year college or university in a related field
• Five or more years of experience in advising or a related career field, including grant program experience and at least two years leading or supervising a department, program or academic support office
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one by the date of hire
• Thorough knowledge of federal TRIO regulations, grant administration and educational equity models

Required skills

• Ability to lead and coordinate complex, multi-stakeholder programs and to advise students individually or in groups
• Excellent communication skills, diplomacy and confidentiality
• Organizational and time management skills

What we offer

• Anticipated hiring range of $6,667 to $7,578 per month, depending on experience, education, skills and training
• Medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and retirement participation in CalPERS
• CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual and 15 paid holidays