WSU
Site Manager, GEAR UP
Richland, WA · Contract
No sponsorshipDetected 12 days ago
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About the role
- Washington State University Tri Cities GEAR UP program is now accepting applications for a Site Manager at Walla Walla High School.
- As the Site Manager you will be responsible for the strategic planning, administration, and management of the WSU Tri-Cities GEAR UP project at this designated large school.
- Duties include (but are not limited to):
Responsibilities
- Developing work plans and managing budgets
- Providing local leadership in program design, initiatives, supervision and evaluation of staff
- Developing recommendations to improve program effectiveness
- Provide support to key program components, including tutor training and career exploration, as well as post secondary preparation.
Requirements
- One (1) or more years of experience leading or directing the work of others.
- A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience.
- Experience in promoting the success and achievement of students from diverse cultural, ethnic, and social backgrounds.
- Proficiency in the use of computers, Google Workspace, and MS Office software programs such as Excel, Outlook and Word.
- Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
- Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application.
- Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
- All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Nice to have
- Experience managing permanent and temporary employees.
- Experience managing a government grant program in a middle or high school setting.
- Experience coordinating events and field trips for students.
- Experience working with college readiness programs.
- Professional first-hand experience working with high school students of low-income background.
- familiarity with such resources in the greater Central Washington region.
- Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
- About GEAR UP Programs:
Compensation
- In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position.
- You will provide services to a cohort of at least 800 students, manage an operating budget of a least $400,000 annually and manage at least 5 full-time staff and additional temporary/hourly staff.
Benefits
- WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave
- medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
- deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
- and employee tuition waiver.
- For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
- Known for its strong community partnerships, personalized learning environment, and commitment to research and innovation, WSU Tri-Cities offers students hands-on experiences that prepare them for real-world success.
- The campus emphasizes access, equity, and opportunity, serving a diverse student population with a focus on academic excellence and community impact.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
This listing is sourced directly from WSU's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.