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Assistant Project Director, McNair Scholars Program - Student Education Opportunity

Position Number: 7133178
Location: Laramie, WY
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Assistant Project Director, McNair Scholars Program - Student Education Opportunity

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Why Choose Us?

At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary.

JOB TITLE:

McNair Assistant Director

JOB PURPOSE:

Design, deliver, and evaluate the effectiveness of individual and group services to low-income and first-generation UW undergraduate participants. Services are designed to result in participants' academic success in college and subsequent enrollment in graduate school, with the ultimate objective of earning a Ph.D.

Assist with program planning, administrative operations, and compliance tasks including recruitment of eligible and suitable participants; development and delivery of student workshops and participant services; advising participants to overcome barriers to academic and personal success; managing procurement card expenses, payroll, and participant travel; undertaking annual reporting tasks and internal audits; hiring and supervising graduate student mentors; and event planning and implementation including the eight-week summer research internship. In addition, this position collaborates with the Project Director to create and maintain PR and informational materials and/or oversee hourly staff who do so, including the McNair website and social media accounts, quarterly newsletters, and event programs.

This position is grant funded and considered at-will employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain current knowledge of federal legislation, regulations, and priorities of the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (https://www.ed.gov/grants-and-programs/grants-higher-education/trio/trio--ronald-e-mcnair-postbaccalaureate-achievement-program--home-page).
Recruit eligible and suitable participants and provide individual and group advising.
Assist with designing and implementing services and activities intended to result in participant success and attainment of annual and long-term grant objectives.
Coordinate the hiring, training, and supervision of part-time staff for the eight-week summer research internship program. Assist with the management and coordination of summer activities, courses, requirements, and research internships for McNair participants.
Undertake data management and annual reporting functions.
Manage basic accounting tasks related to staff procurement card expenses, student travel, and participant and graduate student mentor payroll.
Maintain knowledge of and strict compliance with federal legislation, federal regulations, and OMB directives as well as UW and SEO policies and procedures.
Assist in developing, maintaining, and distributing PR and informational materials.
Maintain a professional approach to problem-solving at all times and develop and maintain positive relationships with UW faculty and campus offices.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Participate in SEO student-centered activities and assist in the development of SEO policy and procedures including representing McNair or SEO on campus and external committees.
Occasional evening/weekend hours during the academic year and a commitment to being in Laramie for eight weeks each summer to support participant research internship activities.
Periodic out-of-state travel to engage in professional development and to accompany participants to conferences.

COMPETENCIES:

Independence
Organization
Individual Leadership
Strategic Planning
Judgment
Initiative
Collaboration

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: Three years of work-related experience

Required education, licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements:

Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.
A successful criminal background check necessary for working with minors is required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree.
Experience working with TRiO-eligible students including those who are low-income, first-generation, or otherwise underrepresented in higher education.
Knowledge of advising, academic planning, and curriculum design at the postsecondary level.
Knowledge of research design, the scientific method of inquiry, and academic/research writing.
Experience presenting academic/scientific work in multiple modes (research posters, oral presentations, etc.) and/or providing instruction on effective academic presentation techniques.
Editorial and technical writing experience.
Knowledge of effective training and supervisory techniques for hourly staff.
Experience planning and implementing multi-day programs or events.
A high level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft software including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and familiarity with databases or the ability to quickly learn new database software.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Proven ability to successfully build and maintain long-term, positive relationships with students, staff, and faculty.
An individual who has experienced barriers to educational access and success similar to those of the population being served.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

PLEASE NOTE: This is an at-will, grant-funded position. This position includes supervision of an 8-week summer program on the UW campus during which available vacation dates are limited.

Complete the online University of Wyoming application and upload the following for a complete application:

a cover letter,
a resume that specifically addresses the essential duties and desired qualifications of this position,
contact information for three work-related references, and
a statement of no more than one page that addresses the following questions:

What barriers do you believe McNair-eligible undergraduate participants face in pursuing enrollment in and completion of graduate school?
Choose one or two of those barriers and describe an activity or program you would design to help students overcome those barriers.

Applications that do not include all required materials will not be considered.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

Job Identification: 260694
Apply Before: 05/19/2026, 05:59 AM
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US
Posted Salary Range: $46,800-$53,820
Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40
Travel: Yes, 5%

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