Assistant Director

Knowledge of federal grant compliance, reporting, and post-award management.

Experience providing college access services to students and families within a K–12 educational setting.

Knowledge of Washington State postsecondary education systems, including colleges, universities, technical schools, and apprenticeship pathways, with the ability to support middle and high school students in making informed decisions about their educational and career futures.

Experience supporting or delivering college access-based and STEM programming.

Using data driven outcomes for programming design.

Using online database systems for federal reporting.

$83,268.00 annual

$97,500.00 annual

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Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity (OMA&D), College Access Unit, has an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Director to join

The Assistant Director provides leadership and operational oversight for one of the largest federally funded grant portfolios within the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity.

Reporting to the Director, this position is responsible for supporting the strategic implementation of GEAR UP programs, supervising staff, managing budgets and projects, ensuring compliance with federal and University requirements, and cultivating partnerships with school districts and community stakeholders.

The UW supports some hybrid remote work so long as it meets the business needs of OMA&D as determined by the position’s supervisor and unit leadership.

Program Leadership and Oversight (50%):

Provide strategic oversight for all GEAR UP programming, ensuring alignment with grant objectives, annual work plans, and institutional goals.

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) is a competitive federal program that provides six- and seven-year grants to education/community partnerships and states to increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education.

GEAR UP’s three objectives are:

Increase academic performance and preparation for postsecondary education.

Increase high school graduation and postsecondary participation rates.

Increase students’ and their families’ knowledge of post-secondary options, preparation, and financial literacy.

Our mission is to help students in rural districts prepare for and succeed in college/career school.

Established in 1968, the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity creates pathways to higher education for underserved communities, supports students through their academic journey, and fosters a campus climate that enriches the experience for all.

The OMA&D College Access unit implements programs focused on expanding educational access for underserved communities through partnerships with K–12 schools and districts, colleges and universities, and community coalitions. College Access provides programming beginning in middle school that helps students identify pathways to postsecondary education, prepare for college, explore careers, and gain admission to institutions of higher education, including the University of Washington.

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.