Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).

The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.

We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.

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Participates in the daily coordination of academic and administrative activities of a College's specialized academic program under management direction. 

• Supports program development, student service delivery, outcome evaluation, and instructor/student recruitment, enrollment, and retention. 

• Recommends, implements, and evaluates strategies to expand program offerings 

• Prepares analytical and statistical reports for management 

• Develops and maintains relationships with various College offices to improve student and faculty services 

• Serves as a resource expert regarding program policies and procedures 

• Oversees office recordkeeping; manages updates of program web and print materials 

• May supervise office operations and/or department budget 

• Performs related duties as assigned. 

Smart Scholars Liaison to Mott Haven Village Prep 

• Develop (in collaboration with the school principal & Director), administer, and monitor grant budgets for the school, including the mid-year report.  

• Manage all activities related to college course-taking by high school students, including setting guidelines and performance standards.  

• In conjunction with faculty and staff, develop and implement programs that support overall Smart Scholars Grant goals, with particular emphasis on college-level curriculum and bridge programs that support student achievement; 

• Coordinate the development of student support programs that prepare students for college-level work; 

• Work with College and Mott Haven Village Prep faculty to set explicit performance standards benchmarked to requirements for college success; 

• Develop and implement guidelines and standards related to eligibility for enrollment in different types of credit courses, including potential college admission and matriculation; work with appropriate College and CUNY staff to ensure that guidelines are consistent with University policies, 

• Within the College, develop and maintain effective relations with the leaders of all academic departments and administrative offices; promote understanding and participation in Smart Scholars; 

• Develop and maintain effective relations with the leadership of the Mott Haven Village Prep 

• Promote understanding and cooperation with the College and the community; 

• Involve faculty members, both at the College and the High School, in all aspects of the Smart Scholars program; 

• With the leadership of the College and the High School, foster a school climate that supports both student and staff success and promotes respect and appreciation for all students, staff, and parents; 

• Use program data to improve teaching, learning, and student success by monitoring essential indicators of program effectiveness; 

• Arrange for the appropriate use, maintenance, and repair of all college facilities and resources by Mott Haven Village Prep staff and students; 

• Contribute to the success of the Smart Scholars Grant throughout NYCPS by attending meetings, submitting data, and identifying best practices. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

Bachelor’s degree and two years’ related experience are required.  

Additional desired qualifications:  

• Master's or advanced degree in education or relevant field highly desirable  

• Teaching and/or administrative experience in the New York City Department of Education and/or secondary school(s)  

• Teaching and/or administrative experience in a higher education setting  

• Evidence of excellent reading/writing/thinking skills and the ability to communicate  

• Excellent computer skills  

• Demonstrated commitment to promoting college access for all high school students

• Experience in program development, coordination, and management of budgets, data, and research  

• Experience in working closely with parents and members of the community  

Pay Range:

$70,000 - $75,000

RFCUNY Benefits
RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

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