Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education

GEAR UP Kentucky (GUK): District Program Manager

Location: Works primarily in Paris Independent schools. When school is not in session (summer break, winter break, etc.) or if assigned school chooses to limit in-person instruction and opt for non-traditional formats (e.g., virtual learning, hybrid in-person, and virtual formats), this position will also work from home or take a hybrid approach. 

Position: Time-limited, full-time position as a CPE Associate; funded with federal funds through September 2025 

Travel: Some in-state and overnight travel is expected to attend GUK-sponsored trainings, meetings, and conferences, including a three- week, residential, on-campus assignment during the GUK Summer Academy in the summers of 2022 - 2025. May be required to attend out-of-state conferences at the discretion of the Executive Director. 

Overview 

GEAR UP Kentucky is a federal grant program coordinated by the Council, which works with students and schools in low-income communities to support college preparation and success. GEAR UP Kentucky is a competitive federal grant program designed to increase the college-going rate. In 2018, the Council was awarded a seven-year, $24.5 million grant to serve at least 10,000 middle and high school students in at least 10 school districts. This is the fourth GEAR UP state grant for Kentucky that has been administered through the Council. GEAR UP positions are for the term of the grant. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

The District Program Manager is the lead professional working with school and GUK staff in an assigned school district and is responsible for the implementation of all program strategies and implementation in middle and high schools including timely submission of required plans, data, and reports. The District Program Manager will establish and maintain relationships with school leaders to ensure effective implementation of services and integrate GUK into school culture and community.  

Budget and Team Management 

Management and Supervision 

Services to Students, Families and Schools 

Communication and Information Management 

Program and Resource Development 

Serve as a member of at least one project team to inform and contribute to the development of GUK services and strategies. 

Professional Development 

Participate in professional development opportunities, seminars, conferences, and networking opportunities as assigned. 

Other 

Other duties as assigned by the Associate Director of District Implementation, Executive Director, and/or leadership of the Council on Postsecondary Education.  

Education and Experience 

Required Skills

Application Information 

Interested applicants should submit the following to CPE.HR@ky.gov :   

  1. Letter of application specifically addressing the responsibilities and qualifications of the position. 
  2. Resume. 
  3. Names, titles, and contact information for at least three professional references. 

Last Updated: 1/19/2023