Administrative Director of TRIO Upward Bound EC/MLC Programs (AP27-029)

at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) in East St. Louis, Illinois, United States

Job Description

$65,000.00 - $74,000.00 Annually

East St. Louis, IL

Full Time

01546

TRIO Programs

10/14/2026

11/3/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Administrative Director of TRIO Upward Bound EC/MLC Programs (AP27-029)

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 Administrative Director of TRIO Upward Bound EC/MLC Programs (AP27-029) . 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 $1.3 billion 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 two Upward Bound Programs - EC (East Saint Louis High School and Charter High School) and MLC (Madison Senior High School, Love-Joy School, arid Cahokia High School) and manage the direct services to program participants; collect data and information necessary to complete student files and prepare annual reports to SIUE, funding agencies, and other appropriate agencies.
• Adhere to all program compliance mandates, ensure that program objectives are met, select qualified persons for employment, and develop and supervise staff training and evaluations.
• As a fiscal officer delegate, maintain all budgetary functions of the Upward Bound programs.
• Comply with all Federal, State, Local, and University policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the program's objectives and operate programs in the best interest of the Upward Bound participants.

FLSA: Exempt

Required Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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