Hood College Title III Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Coordinator 

We invite qualified candidates to apply online via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter, resumé and three professional references.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please email humanresources@hood.edu or call (301) 696-3592.

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 308), (301) 696-3123. For complete information on Hood College’s nondiscrimination policy, please visit http://www.hood.edu/non-discrimination/

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in project management, grant administration, higher education administration, student success initiatives, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with federal grant administration, compliance, reporting, and budget management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with data management, reporting systems, and productivity software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience administering U.S. Department of Education grants, including Title III, Title V, TRIO, GEAR UP, FIPSE, or similar federally funded programs.
• Experience with student success technologies such as EAB Navigate360, CRM platforms, learning management systems, mentoring platforms, or analytics tools.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence applications in higher education, advising, teaching and learning, or student support services.
• Experience with assessment, institutional research, accreditation, or program evaluation.
• Knowledge of higher education compliance and reporting requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of project management principles and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across academic and administrative units.
• Ability to interpret federal regulations and grant requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with project leadership.
• Commitment to student success, equity, and institutional effectiveness.
• Interest in innovation, technology, and AI-enabled approaches to higher education.

This benefits-eligible position is funded through the U.S. Department of Education Strengthening Institutions Program (Title III) grant and is contingent upon continued grant funding and satisfactory performance. The position is anticipated to be funded for the duration of the five-year grant period. The Strengthening Institutions Program is supported by the Departments of Labor and Education. A total of $2.7 million for this five-year grant will be financed with federal funds.

This is a position with an annual starting salary range of $63,000 to $70,000 depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, and other relevant factors. Hood College has provided a compensation range representing its good faith estimate of what the College may pay for the position at the time of posting. The College may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. Hood College offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefits. Learn more about Hood College.