Director, Educational Opportunity Center

Job Description Summary & Additional Information

Organization's Summary Statement:

This position works to implement and administer all aspects of the Educational Opportunity Center (EOC). Builds and maintains a network of community partners to facilitate EOC presence and engagement in the target-community. Works with other EOC programs in the state and nationwide to ensure best practices are employed. Collaborates with other TRIO programs in the state and region to inform members of Congress in seeking support of Trio Programs Appropriation and Authorization of Trio programs generally, and the EOC program in particular.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Responsible for grant development, annual reporting, and budget management.

Ensures program approved services are provided with proper (audit ready) documentation and record-keeping, consistent with program federal requirements.

Builds and maintains community partners to facilitate EOC presence and engagement in the target-community of Prince George’s County.

Provides leadership; monitor program activities; manage goals and objectives; supervise staff; and assist in evaluation of all aspects of the EOC;

Manages a team of professional and support staff.

Other duties as assigned.

Preferences:

5 - 10 years of experience providing leadership and directorial oversight for a federally funded TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers program or a nonprofit program with a similar mission.

The Program Director, Educational Opportunity Centers will have first-line authority for the Educational Opportunity Centers program and will work in concert with the Executive Director to implement all aspects of program administration. The Program Director is responsible for planning, grant development, APR reporting to the Executive Director and U.S. Department of Education (USDE), budget expenditure reporting and tracking in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Administration, and supervision of Educational Specialists and the Community Liaison to recruit 1,000 adult participants each year.

The Program Director is responsible for ensuring approved program services are provided with proper, audit-ready documentation and record-keeping consistent with federal program requirements. The Program Director will build and maintain community partnerships to facilitate EOC presence and engagement throughout the target community in Prince George's County.

The Program Director is responsible for the initial drafting of grant applications to USDE and the Prince George's County Council to solicit financial support. The Program Director will develop marketing and public relations materials and support the program's media presence to reach the target population. The Program Director will work with the Director of Finance and Administration to ensure fiscal accountability for the use of grant and county funding.

The Program Director will plan and supervise the service delivery strategy in accordance with the approved grant, supervise data collection, analysis, and maintenance for the required regulatory period, and report monthly to the Executive Director on progress, challenges, and outcomes toward meeting program objectives. The Program Director will prepare documents and reports for submission to funding agencies, including the Annual Performance Report (APR) to USDE.

The Program Director will work with other EOC programs in the state and nationwide to ensure best practices are employed within UM-EOC. The Program Director will also work in concert with other TRIO programs in the state and region to inform members of Congress and support the appropriation and authorization of TRIO programs. The Program Director will provide leadership, monitor program activities, manage goals and objectives, supervise staff, and assist the Executive Director in evaluating all aspects of the EOC. Other duties may be assigned by the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

(40%) Program Administration and Operations:

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of UM-EOC, a federally funded TRIO program.

- Plan and supervise program services provided to the target population.

- Monitor budget expenditures.

- Monitor and evaluate program services.

- Track program progress and report to the Executive Director monthly or as needed.

(15%) Leadership and Supervision:

- Provide leadership and monitor program activities, goals, and objectives.

- Supervise staff and conduct staff development.

- Assist with evaluating all aspects of UM-EOC.

- Supervise the program budget and perform other duties related to effective program management.

(20%) Outreach and Program Development:

- Coordinate and supervise community outreach, public relations, recruitment, and participant selection.

- Support fund development and competitive grant submissions to USDE and the Prince George's County Council.

(15%) Data Management, Reporting, and Evaluation:

- Coordinate data collection and record-keeping processes.

- Review data management processes and accuracy monthly.

- Prepare reports and assist with grant writing.

- Evaluate staff outreach efforts toward meeting program objectives and outcomes.

(10%) External Relations:

- Maintain relationships with other TRIO programs to promote best practices.

- Promote the program to congressional, state, and community audiences.

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:

6811 Kenilworth Ave

Riverdale, MD 20737

Physical Demands:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry parcels, packages, and other items, walk short distances, and drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.

Required Application Materials:

- Resume

- Cover Letter

- 3 Professional References

Best Consideration Date: October 11, 2026

Posting Close Date: October 11, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Ten (10) years of experience in higher education. Five (5) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of proper, audit ready, documentation and record-keeping consistent with program federal requirements.
Knowledge of program management and administration best practices.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Department

UGST-Academic Achievement Programs

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$104,240 - $125,088

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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