Co-Director, TRIO

Co-Director, TRIO

Posting Number:

SP005342P

Division/College:

College of Education, Health & Human Sciences

Department:

TRIO-INSPIRE

Location:

Moscow

Posting Context Statement
The successful candidate should be prepared for a collaborative, mentoring‑oriented transition. The position is designed for long‑term continuity, with expectations of stepping into the permanent Executive Director role. Workload will be coordinated with the candidate’s home department and the Dean’s Office.

Position Overview
The Co‑Director of the INSPIRE Center works alongside the current Executive Director during a one‑year transition period beginning October 2026, with the intent to assume the Executive Director role.

The Co‑Director supports Center operations, strategic planning, grant‑funded initiatives, staff supervision, assessment, outreach, and university‑level collaborations central to advancing the success of first‑generation and income‑eligible student populations.

Required Experience

Current University of Idaho employee (faculty or staff) eligible for internal recruitment

Experience in program administration, project coordination, or leadership of student success initiatives

Demonstrated experience collaborating effectively across units and working in a team‑based environment

Required Education

Master’s degree in education, counseling, social sciences, leadership or related field

Required Other

None

Additional Preferred

Demonstrated progressively responsible professional experience (e.g., 3 or more years) in student success programs, TRIO, federally funded programs, or higher education administration

Experience working with, or administering, externally funded educational opportunity programs

Experience with federal grant compliance, reporting, budgeting, or proposal development

Demonstrated involvement or leadership in relevant educational opportunity or college access professional associations at the state, regional, or national level, including participation in committees, advocacy efforts, conferences, or professional development initiatives

Supervisory experience, particularly in student success or academic support settings

Experience in strategic planning, assessment, or program evaluation

Demonstrated commitment to leadership and responsive student support

Familiarity with University of Idaho academic programs, student services infrastructure and institutional policies

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

None

Degree Requirement
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Employee Category
Classified

Pay Range
TBD

Type of Appointment
Fiscal Year

FTE
0.5

Full Time/Part Time
Part Time

Funding
This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.

Visa Sponsorship
Uncertain

Posting Date
06/26/2026

Closing Date
07/10/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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