Title: Site Director - NJIT Department: NJ Gear UP/College Bound Reports To: Dir NJ Gear UP/College Bound Position Summary: Under the leadership of the NJGU/CB Director, the Site Director is responsible for the effective implementation and achievement of all goals, objectives, and standards associated with the NJ GEAR UP/College Bound grant program for assigned grade levels at targeted school sites, campus-based and other approved program locations. The NJ GEAR UP/College Bound program provides academic instruction, mentoring, tutorial, counseling services as well cultural and educational day and overnight field trips to students in grades six (6) through freshman year of college virtually, on NJIT campus and at designated NJ GEAR UP/College Bound target Schools. The Academic Year Session includes 20 weeks of weekday and Saturday services operating from September to June. The Summer Session operates up to 30 hours a week for six (6) weeks July to Mid-August. This position is expected to work weekends and evening hours as needed. Participation in overnight field trips/college tours is required. Essential Functions: Increasing college enrollment and retention among students enrolled in the NJ GEAR UP/College Bound grant program. Assisting in the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs, activities and services at school sites in accordance with all policies, regulations, procedures and expectations associated with the grant, NJIT and CPCP. Supervising school site programs and activities; conducting professional development and staff meetings; and observing and evaluating activities, programs and services. Coordinating mentoring program activities, student recruitment, counseling activities, admissions and parent programs/ services. Collecting, analyzing and maintaining student data, including report cards, test scores and Personal Educational Plans (PEPs) to improve service delivery to students and increase student outcomes. Assisting in developing and managing budgets. Additional Functions: Assisting in developing program proposals and preparing reports. Developing and implementing curriculum. Fulfill other duties as assigned. Prerequisite Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. At least 5 years’ experience or equivalent in a dynamic fast-paced environment. Experience with counseling, curriculum development, and the application of best practices in the delivery of programs, strategies and services to increase student interest and success, as well as enrollment in post-secondary education. Experience with the supervision of personnel as well as budget development and management. Strong management, development, planning, and organizational skills. Effective verbal and written communications, computer technology and stakeholder relations skills. Strong management, development, planning, and organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Work Suite (Drive, Calendar, and Gmail), and other software packages as needed. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree. Experience working in STEM and/or K-20 education. Fluency in Spanish speaking, reading, and writing skills. At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position. Union: Professional Staff Association (PSA) Range: Professional Staff -20 Compensation: $64,000.00 - $103,804.00 NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items. FLSA: Exempt Time Type: Full time Pay Rate: Salary Additional Information: As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. For more information on the act please click here. If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please visit the Department of Human Resources located in Fenster Hall, 5th Floor, University Heights, Newark, NJ 07102 or call (973) 596-3140. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department at hr@njit.edu. Information regarding NJIT campus security, personal safety, and fire safety including topics such as, disciplinary procedures, crime prevention, NJIT Police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, and crime statistics for the most recent three year period is available on the NJIT Department of Public Safety here. NJIT is an E-Verify employer and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization of each new hire. When you work at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), you become part of a dynamic and innovative community dedicated to advancing education, research, and technological excellence. Recognized as New Jersey’s premier public polytechnic university, NJIT serves a diverse population of over 12,000 students across six colleges and schools, offering a forward-thinking academic environment in the heart of Newark, just minutes from New York City. At NJIT, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and excellence. Employees are empowered to grow professionally, contribute to meaningful work, and support a mission that shapes the future of technology, education, and research. Learn more about what we offer here!

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