Job Title: CUNY Start Program Support Specialist (4 positions)

Job ID:    7976

Location: LaGuardia Community College

Full/Part Time: Full-Time        

Regular/Temporary: Regular   

       

GENERAL DUTIES

Provides educational development activities supporting a targeted academic program.

• Assists in developing and preparing program offerings, curricula, guidelines, and related communications

• Promotes program and advises students and College stakeholders on services, policies, and procedures

• Advises faculty, counselors, tutors, administrators and others on program goals, activities, and best practices

• Provides student services such as workshops, seminars, and advising sessions

• Coordinates efforts of faculty, staff, and other service providers to monitor and assess utilization, student progress, and program effectiveness

• Performs related duties as assigned.

CONTRACT TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

CUNY Start is an intensive program for incoming college students, both high school and GED graduates, who need to  increase their academic proficiency in reading, writing and mathematics prior to enrollment in college credit classes.

The CUNY Office of Academic Affairs, six of the University's seven community colleges and the College of Staten Island work collaboratively to provide students with an innovative approach to developmental education.  CUNY Start is recognized for its carefully designed curriculum and pedagogy, ongoing professional development and a supportive approach to student development.

CUNY Start has proven to be highly effective at reducing and/or eliminating students' remedial needs within one semester.  In FY 12, CUNY Start served approximately 1,225 students at seven campuses.  In FY 13, CUNY Start is expanding to an additional 8 full-time programs serving 1,850 students or 625 more students than in FY 12, and by spring of 2014, it is estimated that CUNY Start will serve nearly 4,000 students, more than doubling in size.

The CUNY Start Program Support Specialist conducts comprehensive individual and group student orientations, information sessions and interviews, academic advising, performance feedback sessions and conferences, skills development seminars, workshops, recruitment/outreach, new student orientation and other activities to enable successful program enrollment, completion, college transition and matriculation.  Reporting to the campus CUNY Start Director, the Program Support Specialist manages a caseload of assigned students and cultivates and oversee their educational and advisement plans.  Other duties will include but not be limited to the following:

• Provide academic and college success advice; skill improvement, college readiness and survival strategies; general guidance, coaching, mentoring and career exploration advice.

• Monitor, evaluate, document and report on students' academic participation and progress, ensure compliance with guidelines, and manage records and files.

• Advocate for students, intervene with appropriate program support services and referrals to faculty, campus learning resources and/or University student development services.

• Deliver program curricula and create training manuals and educational support materials.

• Coordinate weekly instructional team meetings with faculty, academic and administrative staff and actively participate in campus and University meetings and training activities.

• Participate in executing the program's daily operations and logistics.

• Analyze program data, assist with evaluating goals and develop measurement criteria to perform student learning outcomes assessments and create utilization reports.

• May supervise and train full/part-time professional, academic and/or office support staff.

The position may require evening hours.LaGuardia Community College located in Long Island City, Queens, was founded in 1971 as a bold experiment in opening the doors of higher education to all, and we proudly carry forward that legacy today. LaGuardia educates students through over 50 degree, certificate and continuing education programs, providing an inspiring place for students to achieve their dreams. Upon graduation, LaGuardia students' lives are transformed as family income increases by 17%, and students transfer to four-year colleges at three times the national average. Part of the City University of New York (CUNY), LaGuardia is a nationally recognized leader among community colleges for boundary-breaking success educating underserved students. At LaGuardia, we imagine new ideas, create new curricula and pioneer programs to make our community and our country stronger. Visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates will have the following professional and business core competencies:- Demonstrated experience in academic advising, career advising and/or student development with diverse student populations, particularly underprepared high school or college students in an educational setting or college prep program required- Facilitation experience in adult or developmental education and using a holistic and strengths-based approach to student development preferred- Experience using academic diagnostic and career assessment methods and tools- Knowledge of learning strategies, accommodations and accessibility services- Strong presentation, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to successfully work with and present to diverse learners and audiences- Experience working well with linguistically, culturally and academically diverse students- Strong work ethic, character and personal integrity, and ability to work with the utmost professionalism, discretion and confidentiality- Detail oriented with strong organizational, writing, proofreading and editing skills with solid analytical, evaluative and research skills- Ability to work well in a time-sensitive, dynamic, student centered and responsive office- Computer proficiency using standard office software programs/applications

COMPENSATION

$42,873 - $59,608; commensurate with education and experience.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

Upload a cover letter* and resume as ONE DOCUMENT in the RESUME FIELD.*In your cover letter, specifically describe your work experience in relation to the general duties and campus specific information and duties listed for this position.1. Log in to CUNY Portal at www.cuny.edu 2. Navigate to Careers at CUNY located on the left sidebar 3. Search by Job Opening ID number 4. Click on the Apply Now button Current users of the site should access their establishment accounts; new users should click on the appropriate link to register.  Please attach a cover letter, resume and the contact information for three professional references as one document in pdf format.

CLOSING DATE

5/31/13

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.

               Job Title:       Director of Finance and Budget - Adult & Continuing Education (ACE)

               Job ID:            7871

               Location:     LaGuardia Community College

              

                 Full/Part Time:           Full-Time                       

                             

                 Regular/Temporary:  Regular            

                             

 GENERAL DUTIES:

 Directs the budgeting function of a College or major program as well as related accounting operations. - Formulates, prepares and oversees financial plans and budgeting processes - Manages all financial reporting and compliance activities, including preparation of financial statements, statistical reports, and funding determinations - Liaisons with internal and external financial auditors as well as various College, University and governmental representatives - Oversees analytical reporting and provides strategic financial guidance to support decisions regarding resource allocations and operational planning - Manages professional staff responsible for budget projections, allocations and transactions - Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Finance Budget Director

CONTRACT TITLE:  Higher Education Officer

                                  FLSA

                                  Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION:

               Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Financial, Programmatic and External Planning, the Director of Finance and Budget will manage all division-wide financial and budget systems and assist the Associate Dean, senior leadership team and program directors with financial forecasting and modeling. The Director designs and implements a computerized system that centralizes program and division budgets and manages their detailed accounting components, including tax-levy and discretionary funding budgets, grant and contract revenues, plus expenditures on a wide range of educational, research and administrative activities. Working closely with the college business office, this position will develop computerized accounting and record keeping systems that interface with College accounting systems and the ACE registration system.The successful candidate will:- Analyze and prepare budget projections, allocations, financial statements, statistical reports and the division's internal and external financial reports.- Oversee all the daily administrative, operational and transactional activities of the Division as well as develop and implement strategies to improve services.- Collaborate with the college business office to meet business needs, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.- Meet regularly with Vice President, senior leadership team and program directors to explore new budgetary initiatives.- Participate in the strategic planning process for divisional resource development and management to ensure appropriate funding allocations.- Work on college-wide and divisional projects as assigned. Serve on college and division committees as assigned.LaGuardia Community College located in Long Island City, Queens, was founded in 1971 as a bold experiment in opening the doors of higher education to all, and we proudly carry forward that legacy today. LaGuardia educates students through over 50 degree, certificate and continuing education programs, providing an inspiring place for students to achieve their dreams. Upon graduation, LaGuardia students' lives are transformed as family income increases by 17%, and students transfer to four-year colleges at three times the national average. Part of the City University of New York (CUNY), LaGuardia is a nationally recognized leader among community colleges for boundary-breaking success educating underserved students. At LaGuardia, we imagine new ideas, create new curricula and pioneer programs to make our community and our country stronger. Visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree and eight years' related experience required.

 OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

               Experience in budget or financial management is required and experience in higher education strongly preferred. Experience with financial management database systems and managing budgets with multiple funding sources required, along with strong analytical and computer skills related to budgeting, forecasting and financial management. The successful candidate will have a detailed knowledge of College and University policies, procedures, and systems. Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to establish priorities, manage multiple demands and projects and meet deadlines. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office software programs to analyze financial data, evaluate needs and requirements, and present findings required.

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with education and experience.

              

BENEFITS:

               CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY:

               Applications should be submitted on-line as follows: 1. Log in to CUNY Portal at www.cuny.edu 2. Navigate to Careers at CUNY located on the left sidebar 3. Search by Job Opening ID number 4. Click on the Apply Now button Current users of the site should access their establishment accounts; new users should click on the appropriate link to register. Please attach a cover letter, resume and the contact information for three professional references as one document in rtf, doc or pdf format.

CLOSING DATE: May 9, 2013

 JOB SEARCH CATEGORY: CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

               We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.

Department: Vice President - Academic Affairs

Budget Title: Instructional Support Specialist

Local Title: Instructional Designer

Posting Date: February 20, 2013

Classification: SL-4

Duties: Provide expertise to faculty in pedagogically based instructional and program design for the development and support of online and hybrid courses and specialized educational programs. Work closely with technical staff to manage the instructional development process for online and hybrid courses and programs. Develop learning resources using a broad array of instructional tools. Set and monitor standards, with faculty input, for online and hybrid curriculum design and instruction. Develop and manage assessment process for existing and new online and hybrid courses.
Duties:
-Work closely with faculty to analyze their course needs, identify knowledge gaps and manage the process of online and hybrid course design and development.
-Develop curriculum guides for courses and programs which include standards and timelines for retooling such types of courses and programs.
-Design a formal assessment process, and work closely with faculty to assess course and technology effectiveness, learning outcomes, and practices used to teach online/hybrid and specialized programs.
-Work collaboratively with Instructional Technology staff to design and implement training programs/module/seminars, etc. for faculty that address student learning styles and best practices for designing and teaching online and hybrid courses.
-Provide opportunities that help faculty integrate the use of available and appropriate technologies that will enhance the teaching and learning experience.

Dean for Distributed Learning

About Genesee Community College:

Genesee Community College is a public, open admission, learner-centered college. The College was founded in 1966 and serves a 2,300 square mile region in Western New York. Core values of the college include a commitment to quality, access, innovation, and highly personalized service. The College serves approximately 6,000 full-and part-time credit students each semester and more than 10,000 continuing education students each year. The atmosphere is informal and faculty and staff members work as a team to ensure that the College provides the best educational, social, and cultural opportunities to students and other community members. Genesee takes pride in its many fine programs, technological advances, and community involvement.

Job Description:

Responsible to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs for coordinating development, organization, supervision, evaluation, growth and implementation of all distance/eLearning initiatives. Responsible for instructional technology, Media Services and related areas as appropriate. Responsible for oversight of Campus Centers. Responsible for coordination of credit course offerings for working adult and mixed student population. Responsible for hiring, training, and evaluation of all staff in areas supervised, and collaboration with other managers in faculty assessment. Responsible for budget development, administrative and long-range planning, and deployment of resources for units supervised. Functions with other Deans on administrative team for all institutional academic affairs, under general supervision of Provost, and performs other duties as appropriate.

Has direct responsibility for the growth and development, as well the day-to-day management, of all functions of synchronous and asynchronous distance learning programs, working closely with faculty, staff and other Deans.

Supervises planning, coordination, staffing, development and all other aspects of GCC Campus Centers

Coordinates the development of course offerings to ensure nontraditional students will be able to complete programs in a timely manner.

Supervises Global Learning Initiatives.

Staffs distance/eLearning courses in consultation with area Deans.

Supervises Instructional Design staff and processes, and assists in initiation, training of faculty in course development, design, assessment, and online / hybrid course pedagogy and andragogy.

Initiates, collaborates with other deans and faculty in new program development for online or other distributed delivery.

Recommends to Provost all appointment, promotion, termination of staff in units supervised.

Supervises planning, use, maintenance and inventory of space, equipment and other resources in units supervised.

Prepares annual budget and assumes responsibility for accounting.

Supervises all functions of institutional Media Services.

Keeps abreast of information/instructional technology advances, trends,
technology and appropriate application. Communicates to faculty and staff new innovations, plans, and applies to instruction as appropriate.

Supervises appropriate areas of instructional technology, working closely with Computer Services, faculty, staff and management.

Defines job responsibilities, facilitates training, establishes schedules and evaluates all personnel in units supervised.

Seeks, assists with securing, and supervises implementation of external funding initiatives as appropriate to position.

May serve as student academic advisor as appropriate, and may serve as co-op/intern supervisor.

Operates as full-team member with other Deans in overall administration of institutional academic affairs.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Provost.

Actively pursues professional growth and development.

Requirements:

An advanced degree, with preference for an earned doctorate in Information Technology, Instructional Technology, Telecommunications, Higher Education, College Administration or related field.

Minimum of four years of full-time professional experience in managing a comprehensive instructional technology or learning resources program in a higher education setting is required. Minimum three years of experience in managing a broad-based distance learning (eLearning) program is required. Familiarity with distributed learning, media services management and their technologies is required. Experience in managing multiple locations is preferred. Demonstrated working knowledge of information, instructional, and telecommunications technology.

Must be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity.

Application Instructions:

Applications accepted through March 1.  Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for four references.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Jamestown Community College

Training and Development Coordinator

Full-time, 12 months per year at the JCC Jamestown Campus in Jamestown, NY. The Coordinator is responsible for effective development, coordination, and presentation of training and professional development programs. Supports and facilitates employee learning at all levels in the organization. Supports the development and implementation of new initiatives in the Human Resources Department, such as onboarding, leadership development, etc.

• Presents and/or coordinates programs for professional development, orientation, and mentoring of new employees. Develops and implements these programs designed for individual and team growth.
  
• Initiates and participates in networking and benchmarking efforts, utilizing collaborative educational efforts whenever possible.
  
• Works with a team to produce staff/faculty development days.
  
• Utilizes current information and trends in the human resource development field through reading professional journals, attending professional association meetings, and education programs.
  
• Manages annual mandatory training programs utilizing a variety of approaches to assure compliance.
  
• Develop trainer development programs and coach others involved in training efforts, providing effective growth and development opportunities.
  
• Ensures the appropriate centralized retention of college’s training records and materials.
  
• Actively search, creatively design and implement effective methods to educate, enhance performance, and recognize performance.
  
• Assess college-wide developmental needs to drive professional development initiatives.
  
• Conduct follow-up studies of completed training and orientation to evaluate and measure results; modify programs as needed; develop effective training and orientation materials utilizing a variety of media.
  
• Lead orientation and onboarding efforts for all new employees to include evaluation, implementation, and reengineering.
  
• Develop and monitor spending against the training and employee development budget.
  
• Plan, organize, facilitate, and order supplies for employee events such as orientation, onboarding, employee recognition ceremonies, and other events as necessary.
  
• As a member of the administrative team, will assist in setting direction for collective bargaining policy and may serve on a negotiating team.
  

Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of professional level experience in human resources. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills. Experience in developing and providing training programs. Demonstrated proficiency in advanced computer skills, (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite, including Word 2007, Excel, Access, and Power Point and Desktop Publisher). Attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple projects in a collaborative, team setting.

Preferred: Human resource experience in a higher education setting.

Salary: $37,997 - $42,749, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefit package.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and a list of three references to: www.sunyjcc.edu/jccjobs.

Job Title: Assistant Dean - Continuing Education & Workforce Development

Job ID: 7156
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular


GENERAL DUTIES
The Assistant Dean administers one or more key College programs. He/she develops, implements, and assesses programs and services to produce high-quality results and meet strategic goals. He/she also coordinates activities among different units, and with areas outside the College, and may oversee staff, budget, operations, and facilities.

CONTRACT TITLE
Assistant Dean

FLSA
Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
LaGuardia Community College's Division of Adult and Continuing Education (ACE) is one of the largest continuing education enterprises in the region and offers innovative education, training and economic development programs and services to over 35,000 individuals and businesses.

The Assistant Dean, under the direction of the Vice President for Adult and Continuing Education, provides strategic and operational leadership in the development, assessment and delivery of high-quality, innovative workforce development programs that serve the needs of the local community and employers. LaGuardia's Division of Adult and Continuing Education (ACE) is a national leader in community college workforce development programs and has increased its workforce development offerings to approximately $9 million in programming every year. ACE offers multiple programs, many in the healthcare sector, which provide extensive employment services and vocational training (e.g. Workforce1 Healthcare Career Center, Career Ladders in Allied Health, Center for Immigrant Education, and Willets Point Workforce Assistance Project). The Assistant Dean will be responsible for maintaining and growing existing initiatives and developing new programs in healthcare and other key economic sectors. S/he will identify opportunities for the Division to serve local residents, design programs that will position students for success in the labor market and/or higher education, identify and attract funding opportunities to support these initiatives, and ensure these programs are successfully implemented.

Essential functions include:
- Leadership: Act as a key member of the division's leadership team, advising on the division's direction and representing the division to internal and external stakeholders.
- Strategic planning: Direct the preparation of short- and long-range plans for workforce programs in support of the college's goals and objectives, and deploy resources to successfully implement these plans.
- Program design: Develop new programs that are responsive to community and business needs. Monitor workforce development trends, analyze labor market data, and interact with community and local industry representatives and outside agencies to determine needs for existing and additional programs.
- Program implementation: Oversee workforce development initiatives within the division, ensuring they meet recruitment, training, job placement and retention targets. Responsible for formative assessment and evaluation and all outcomes.
- Partnership development: (Internal) Collaborate with academic departments to develop initiatives that can strengthen students' capacity to succeed in credit degree programs and become prepared for the workforce. (External) Build coalitions with service providers, industry associations, businesses and elected officials so that workforce programs can leverage available expertise and resources.
- Grant writing, development and management: Identify and cultivate funding sources that meet the needs of the division, secure external funding to support workforce development programs, and manage stakeholder relationships, including outcomes reporting to funders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Additional qualifications are defined below by the College.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree highly preferred. A minimum of eight years of senior-level leadership. Proven accomplishment and leadership in workforce development-related activities, including a track record of successfully innovative programs. Proven track record of grant awards, experience in successful proposal writing, including identifying potential funding opportunities, leading the grant development process and managing staff to successfully write grants. Excellent ability to work with the private sector, governmental agencies, community and civic organizations. Exceptional interpersonal skills combined with the self-confidence and sensitivity needed to build consensus for policy and operational changes. Superior written and verbal communications skills. Proven experience in managing and directing a diversified work staff, at all levels of the organization and faculty in credit and non-credit programs, in addition to students and other customers.

COMPENSATION
Commensurate with education and experience.

BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be submitted on-line as follows:
1. Log in to CUNY Portal at www.cuny.edu
2. Navigate to Careers at CUNY located on the left sidebar
3. Search by Job Opening ID number
4. Click on the Apply Now button

Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should click on the appropriate link to register. Please attach a cover letter, resume and the contact information for three professional references as on document in rtf, doc or pdf format.

CLOSING DATE
January 11, 2013

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Executive

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.