Title III Program Director

About Us:
We are a forward-thinking institution dedicated to advancing education, student success, and community engagement. The Thriving Scot Title III Program will be integral to these efforts as the Program will allow for the enhancement of student retention and success through the establishment and development of living and learning communities and other student-centered initiatives. 

Position Overview:
Reporting to the Provost, the Title III Program Director will manage and oversee all aspects of the Title III Program, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institution regulations and policies, effective implementation of grant objectives, and strategic utilization of resources. This role will require close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to advance the institution’s educational mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and administration of the Title III grant, ensuring alignment with grant and institutional goals.
• Oversee budgeting, reporting, and compliance to meet federal and institutional requirements.
• Foster collaboration across departments to ensure project success and resource sharing.
• Develop strategic plans for the sustainability of the program beyond the grant period.
• Engage in regular communication with the U.S. Department of Education and ensure timely submission of all reports.
• Provide leadership for program staff, guiding them towards project goals and professional development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required; doctoral degree preferred in education, counseling, public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of five years of experience working with state or federally-funded educational opportunity programs, academic support programs, or similar programs for underrepresented and at-risk college students.
• Minimum of two years of experience with program development, implementation, management, and evaluation.
• Formal training or experience in best practices and programming that improves the persistence, academic standing, and graduation rates of underrepresented and first-generation college students.
• Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability to manage teams and projects.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and analytical skills.

For a complete list of responsibilities, qualifications, and working conditions, refer to the position description.

Why Join Us?
You’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of our underserved students and Lyon College, ensuring that resources are maximized for student success. As a key player on our team, you’ll also have opportunities for personal growth and professional development.

How to Apply:
For full consideration, interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references. Interested
candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and phone
numbers of three references to Human Resources, P.O. Box 2317, Batesville, AR
72503-2317 or electronically at https://lyon.bamboohr.com/careers/190  . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This position is grant funded through September 30, 2029.

Lyon College is a private, selective liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). It is located in Batesville, Arkansas, a safe and historic town of 11,000 that serves as commercial, medical, social, and governmental hub for an eight-county area and named by USA Today as the best city to live in in Arkansas. The College currently enrolls almost 700 undergraduate students from 29 states and 14 foreign countries. Entering freshmen have an average high school GPA of 3.7. To learn more about Lyon College go to www.lyon.edu.

Lyon College does not discriminate with respect to the hiring of applicants or with respect to the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. It is the continuing policy of Lyon College to comply with any applicable state and federal law regarding equal employment opportunities.