Director Talent Search & Upward Bound

Responsibilities:

The Upward Bound and Talent Search programs are federal TRIO programs that serve educationally disadvantaged youth.  The Director of the program is responsible for supervising the program employees, overseeing the budget, financial resources, and records, coordinating all program activities, and providing educational and career counseling to program participants.

Qualifications: Applicant must have a Master’s degree with major strengths in one of the following: Behavioral Science, Counseling, Administration, or Secondary and Higher Education. Previous experience in administration of Student Services Programs. Supervisory experience. Five years’ experience in a public school or college setting. Experience in career, academic, and financial aid counseling. Must have previous experience in budgetary planning and disbursement.

Salary: The annual salary for this position is $65,000 - $75,000, and the actual starting salary will be dependent upon education and experience of the chosen candidate.  PJC is fully committed to the success of our TRIO program and the students it serves.  Because this is a grant-funded position, continued employment is contingent upon ongoing funding from the U.S. Department of Education.

Fringe Benefits:  This position covers health insurance at 100% for employee.  Additional optional coverages include dental, vision, AD&D, life insurance, and long- and short-term disability.  Other benefits include retirement under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Program, accrued sick leave, paid holidays, and an employee reimbursement/dependent scholarship program.  Health benefits require a 60-day employment period.

Application Procedures: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, the search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 23, 2026. Candidates cannot be guaranteed full consideration if materials are received after that date. A Paris Junior College Application for Employment, cover letter, resume, copy of all college/university transcripts, and a list of references are required. This position is security-sensitive and may require a post-hire Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation on the successful candidate. To complete the PJC Application for Employment and Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation Authorization, please visit our website at https://www.parisjc.edu/hr/jobs/index.php, click the links to complete and submit all forms, and attach all required documents for all three links.

Paris Junior College is an equal employment opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, creed or religion, color, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected group status. Applicants requiring accommodations for the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Office.