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Academic College Now Manager

POSITION DETAILS

"At Baruch College we believe that student success is everyone's responsibility"

Nestled in the vibrant Gramercy Park/Flatiron district of Manhattan, Baruch College stands as a beacon of opportunity within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. With a proud legacy of serving a diverse student body exceeding 19,000, we embrace individuals from various cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds, embodying our commitment to inclusivity and academic excellence. Recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education for our role in advancing student social mobility, Baruch is honored to be designated as a Hispanic and Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander Serving Institution, further solidifying our dedication to diversity and equity.

College Now is a collaborative initiative of the City University of New York and the New York City Public Schools. Its primary goals are to improve the academic achievement of the city’s public high school students and to ensure that graduating students are ready to do college-level work. College Now at Baruch College is committed to providing high quality educational opportunities for students both in the high schools and at the college. College Now at Baruch College supports the development of written and oral communication skills, a strong foundation in mathematics and technology, advanced coursework to supplement the high school curriculum, information literacy skills, and skills in critical thinking and problem solving.

The duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Managing, supervising, and directing the day-to-day activities of the program including hiring, supervising, developing, and evaluating professional and support staff.

• Supervise program admission process.

• Working closely with the Undergraduate Admissions and Registrar Offices on a regular basis to ensure that proper records are maintained, and appropriate services provided to the College Now students.

• Working with academic departments that offer sections in which the College Now students are enrolled, and in the development of supplemental instruction sections.

• Facilitating the recruitment and course scheduling of new students, and provision for the use of all college resources and facilities by College Now staff and students.

• Create and main relationships with leaders of participating high schools and community organizations.

• Arrange collaboration between faculty members and programming at schools participating in College Now.

• Coordinate and monitor the implementation of all policies and procedures related to student recruitment, enrollment, class placement, attendance, and satisfactory performance.

• Liaison with University College Now and other CUNY programs.

• Monitor essential indicators of plan effectiveness (registrations, attendance, retention, and academic achievement).

QUALIFICATIONS

MINMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a current CUNY employee

• Bachelor's Degree and six relevant experience required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates must have leadership experience in university-based programs. It is preferred that the candidate have experience in teaching and administering programming for high school aged students. Experience in other areas such as college administration, other College Now programs within CUNY, and communication program management is also preferred. Other preferred qualifications include experience with teacher education, student services, personnel management, assessment, student and faculty recruitment, budget management, and customized training.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Manages campus College Now program operations under the direction of a senior administrator. College Now is collaborative program of the City University of New York (CUNY)/Office of Academic Affairs and the New York City Department of Education designed to prepare New York City's public high school students for college.

• Delivers and monitors comprehensive college preparatory program including academic courses (both for high school and college credit); campus-based tours and cultural events; and exclusive scholarship offerings

• Evaluates programming outcomes and makes recommendations to improve offerings

• Oversees program's budget and daily administration

• Prepares reports for management; may write grant proposals

• Liaisons with course coordinators, college and high school faculty, and various administrators in the implementation of professional development activities

• May manage professional and/or clerical staff

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Academic College Now Manager

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Associate

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$96,602- $104,057; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. Candidates must attach a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

February 8, 2025

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29713

Location

Baruch College