About The State University of New York:
The State University of New York, or SUNY, is the largest comprehensive system of public higher education in the United States, with 64 colleges and universities spanning the state from Long Island to the Adirondacks to Buffalo. SUNY System Administration employees, based in Albany and New York City, provide critical support for SUNY campuses, employees, and students to advance SUNY’s mission of providing high-quality, affordable higher education for all.
Across a wide range of roles, from finance and legal counsel to student support, academic affairs, IT, admissions, and more, our employees work toward advancing the four priority pillars established by SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. and the SUNY Board of Trustees: student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and economic development and upward mobility. SUNY System Administration is a mission-driven workplace with robust New York State benefits including health insurance, retirement, time off, and paid family leave.
Job Description:
The State University of New York is seeking an effective, progressive, and dynamic administrator who demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion to serve as the Executive Director of its North Bronx Career Counseling and Outreach Center (NBCCOC). Founded in 1997, NBCCOC has dedicated significant efforts and resources to support the North Bronx community by providing academic and workforce programs and wrap around services that will lead to self-sufficiency, confidence, and community consciousness.
The Executive Director assumes responsibility for all operations of the NBCCOC including programs and services, the supervision of staff, development and administration of budget, the recruitment of and outreach to the targeted service population and community partnership development and other relevant collaborations, operational evaluation, and preparation of required reports for a diverse array of stakeholders (SUNY, CUNY, elected officials, community partners, etc.). The Executive Director also participates in committee work and other initiatives collaboratively with EOC colleagues across the system. The Executive Director oversees the NBCCOC, under the direction of and in consultation with the SUNY University Center for Academic and Workforce Development (UCAWD), which provides strategic direction and funding to the statewide system of 10 Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC), 2 Counseling and Outreach Centers (CCOC), and over 30 Advanced Technology Training and Information Networking Labs (ATTAIN) across New York State. Reporting directly to the Associate Provost and Director of UCAWD, the incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that the systemwide goals and objectives for the NBCCOC are met.
Supervisory Responsibility: The Executive Director supervises the Associate Director, Senior Career Planning and Development Associate, and the Administrative Support Specialist.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the development, implementation and administration all operations, programs and services of the Center.
- Oversee the facilitation of wrap around services to mitigate barriers to success.
- Ensure and assess current and proposed programs and services to meet SUNY UCAWD and EOC guidelines.
- Review and manage Center data to improve outcomes.
- Oversee the development of marketing strategies for student recruitment.
- In collaboration with SUNY UCAWD, serve as the point of contact on current and new facility leasing needs, including site selection.
- In collaboration with SUNY UCAWD, prepare and oversee the Center’s budget and pertinent budgetary documentation.
- Serve as the point of contact to UCAWD’s IT support department.
- Ensure compliance with EOC guidelines for operation.
- Prepare all required reports and contracts for submission to SUNY UCAWD.
- Represent NBCCOC at meetings and activities with community agencies and partners, legislative offices, workforce organizations, support agencies and SUNY UCAWD.
- Ensure the coordination of enrichment activities that include but are not limited to: college and career fairs, workshops, educational tours, recognition ceremonies, etc.
- Oversee, coordinate and maintain the various activities of NBCCOC’s Advisory Board of at least ten members representing various educational, non-profit, business, and community agencies.
- In collaboration with SUNY UCAWD, generate, co-coordinate, and execute all Memorandum of Agreements on behalf of partnerships and collaborations consistent with the mission of serving NBCCOC’s participants.
- Ensure confidentiality in the management of sensitive program and personnel related concerns.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree and minimum of 5-7 years of progressive administrative/management experience in education and/or human services.
- Experience with program planning, development, implementation, administration, assessment and evaluation.
- Strong supervisory and organizational skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and student records management systems (such as Banner), data reporting systems (such as ARGOS), and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- Experience working with low income and underrepresented populations, adults, families and youth at risk; and/or familiarity with the skills and demeanor needed to support underserved populations, including individuals experiencing physical, mental and emotional distress.
- Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to prepare strategic planning documents, operational plans, proposals, reports, and promotional materials.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in higher education, counseling, administration or related area.
- A strong record of administrative and leadership experience in a complex organization.
- A proven record of program assessment and evaluation.
- Working knowledge of binding agreements, contracts, and articulation agreements.
- Experience in managing complex programs and budgets.
Additional Information:
- Salary is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, training, and certifications. The range for this position is $95,000 – $115,000.
- Excellent Benefit Package which includes: NYS health insurance, free dental and vision coverage, competitive retirement options, tuition assistance, parental leave at full pay, and generous vacation, sick, and holiday time. 13 days of paid holidays per year; 21 days of vacation and 21 days of sick time accrued each year. Please see our Management/Confidential benefits summary for additional information.
- Management/Confidential appointments work under the leadership and discretion of the appointing authority and are not represented by a union.
- This position will be based in the Bronx.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
SUNY System Administration Benefits
SUNY System Administration provides an outstanding and comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family through the many life changes you may experience while you work for SUNY. Our nationally recognized benefits include:
- Retirement: The choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, along with two supplemental plans to increase your ability to save for retirement.
- Health Insurance: Several health insurance options at an affordable cost that provide full coverage without mandatory deductibles.
- Time Off:Paid time off with separate vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days a year for each category.
- Additional paid leave policy options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations.
- Flexible Working Arrangements: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid schedules, are available depending on position.
Explore our full benefits offerings here: www.suny.edu/benefits
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates are invited to apply online at http://sunysystem.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=181426. Please submit a cover letter, resume and four professional references when applying. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
State University of New York System Administration is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or retaliation.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.
