Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development

About the Role:

Impact Prosperity Partners is seeking a dedicated and results-driven

Assistant Director of Upward Bound in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This full-time, 12-month, grant-funded position provides leadership in the planning, implementation, and oversight of academic enrichment and college readiness services for first-generation and low-income students. The Assistant Director supports program operations, student engagement, academic achievement, retention, high school graduation, and successful transition to postsecondary education while ensuring compliance with federal grant requirements and achievement of program objectives.

Grant-Funded Position Notice
This position is funded entirely by an external grant and is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funding. The position may be terminated if funding is discontinued. While grant funding may be renewed, the current funding period ends August 31, 2027.

Responsibilities:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports all aspects of the successful planning, implementation, and evaluation of the goals and objectives of the St. Mary's University Upward Bound programs
Ensures compliance and the timely documentation of all employee and student activities sponsored by Upward Bound programs with regard to federal and University policies
Implements programs designed to recruit participants and prepare them for high school graduation, college applications and admission, and successful completion of a college degree.
Evaluates student programs and services to meet the goals of Upward Bound
Implements activities designed to strengthen the support of participants' families related to the goals of Upward Bound
Ensures eligibility requirements are met and appropriately documented for enrolled participants and the successful achievement of goals for individual student education plans
Maintains effective and positive working relationship with the target high schools to ensure that the educational needs of participants are met
Plans, implements, and supervises field trips and experiential learning opportunities for students
Assists with the coordination of senior year pre-college programming, including the completion and timely submission of college applications for admission, financial aid, and housing
Plans and manages the collection, compilation, and analysis of data for reporting and documentation
Plans and manages annual follow-up of former participants including but not limited to the development and oversight of an alumni tracking system with respect to educational attainment
Assists with supervision, training, and development of full-time, part-time, and student employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field (Master's preferred)
1-3 years of experience working with TRiO programs, college access initiatives, or youth development
Strong knowledge of college admissions processes, financial aid, and FAFSA completion
Experience working with first-generation, low-income, or underserved student populations
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage data, maintain records, and assist with federal grant compliance and reporting
First-generation college graduate strongly preferred
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required. The position involves regular travel to assigned target schools, community outreach events, and other program-related activities. Candidates must be willing and able to travel as needed to fulfill program responsibilities.
Must have high ethical standards and a strong sense of confidentiality; ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines; thrive in a complex work environment; display solid problem-solving and interpersonal skills; work well independently and as part of a team; professional demeanor, appearance and strong work ethic required
Must have a high attention to detail and be able to organize workflow, coordinate activities, balance simultaneous projects without loss of efficiency in a multi-tasked environment, and manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

TRAVEL:

Travel is required for college tours, field trips, professional development tranings, annual and regional TRIO conferences. Some overnight trips required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Working conditions are in an office environment
While performing this role, the employee will be regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; and use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Frequently communicates with others using approved technological resources; must be able to exchange accurate information through designated systems within a timely manner.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Us:

Impact Prosperity Partners is a mission-driven organization based in Baton Rouge, LA, dedicated to creating pathways to education, economic mobility, and long-term prosperity for underserved communities. Our team is passionate about breaking barriers and empowering the next generation of leaders through innovative programs and wraparound support. We foster a collaborative, purpose-driven work environment where every team member's contributions truly matter.

Assistant Director of Upward Bound

IMPACT PROSPERITY PARTNERS

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