Description

Positio Title: Director of Project Success Programming (AP26-032)

Location: East St. Louis, IL

Apply Before: 01029

FLSA: Determined by Position

Description: Description

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Director of Project Success Programming (AP26-032) . As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Administer the program operations of the Project Success Program and manage the direct services to program participants.
• Supervise and evaluate staff, and manage the administrative and programmatic functions of the program.
• Plan and implement program activities to ensure the program serves the population it is funded to serve and that participant needs, goals, and objectives are achieved.
• Establish and maintain partnerships and collaborative activities within both the internal and external community, maintaining regular communication with partnering agencies to support program components, recruitment, and activities.
• Complete, collect, maintain, and update all necessary paperwork for students and staff to ensure compliance with DCFS licensing standards.
• Prepare and submit program proposals and continuation applications for continued funding, and develop and maintain a budget to ensure spending remains within allocated amounts.
• Ensure fiscal transactions, payments, and billings are completed accurately, researches supplemental funding opportunities, plan programmatic activities, and send monthly correspondence to parents and families.

FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Education, Counseling, Administration, Supervision or related field.
• Three years administrative experience working with supplemental and second tier educational programs preferred.
• Experience working in related educational and/or other programs for youth from low-income/disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Extensive knowledge and sensitivity toward problems of minority and disadvantaged students.

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu .

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu .

Opening Date: 10/17/2025

Closing Date: 10/31/2025 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall

Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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