Apply to be the new Academic Student Support Manager of the Young Men's Initiative at Hunter College!
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Posted By: Hija Chang on January 12, 2016 Academic Student Support Manager - Young Men's Initiative (School of Education) Job ID: 13942 Location: Hunter College Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular POSITION DETAILS New York City's "Young Men's Initiative" (YMI) is a cross-agency enterprise that is committed to improving educational, employment, and justice outcomes for young Black and Latino men. CUNY and the New York City Department of Education are partnering with YMI to help improve educational outcomes for young Black and Latino men. To help accomplish this goal, CUNY is creating a teacher recruitment program primarily targeting, but not exclusive to, Black, Latino and Asian male students at multiple campuses with the goal of recruiting 600 teacher education students into the program over the next three years. Hunter College, one of CUNY's senior colleges, is seeking experienced an student support and/or teacher educational professional to serve as Academic Student Support Manager for this innovative initiative. The position will work with both the Dean of Students and the School of Education to advance the initiative. Additional duties include: - Develops and implements plans to attract and engage qualified Hunter and CUNY students into the program in collaboration with CUNY Central's Office of Teacher Education, Deans/Chairs of Education, and counterparts at CUNY colleges - Manages recruitment activities and makes final determinations based on established criteria - Develops and applies intervention strategies to removes obstacles for students from admission through graduation to ensure their progression and success - Resolves academic issues by providing policy information and/or referrals as well as working with other departments and agencies to advocate for student needs - Supports students in employment related activities, such as networking, certification and hiring - Provides academic resources and referrals for tutoring, certification exam preparation and/or other targeted student support services; offers general academic advisement as needed - Maintains program records including student files; prepares reports and surveys; collects and maintains statistical data on program activities - Evaluates program components on an ongoing basis and adjusts strategies and offerings accordingly in response to assessment results - Engages with YMI stakeholders, including the Mayor's Office, the NYC Center for Economic Opportunity (CEO), and the NYC Department of Education - Stays current on best practices and innovative approaches for student persistence and retention, with a focus on diverse learners QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree and six years' related experience required. Master's degree and familiarity with teacher preparation, certification, and hiring preferred. Experience working with diverse student populations is important. Must have excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Should demonstrate proficiency in computer, database skills, and use of social media. CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW - Manages a comprehensive support program to promote learning and academic success for a targeted student population. - Develops, recommends, and implements program goals and objectives to meet students' specialized needs; coordinates delivery of services across multiple functions, developing new programs and activities as needed - Advocates for students, and partners with academic and student support functions to ensure students effectively utilize programs and services; collaborates with counselors, mentors, and others assisting students - Maintains ongoing communications with targeted student population as well as department management, advisory groups, and external organizations - Collects data for, analyzes, and reports on activities and outcomes - Performs related duties as assigned. CUNY TITLE Higher Education Associate FLSA Exempt COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Salary commensurate with education and experience. This position is anticipated to be funded through June 30, 2018. 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 Applications must be submitted on-line by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website (http://www.cuny.edu/employment.html) and following the CUNYfirst Job System Instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account. To search for this vacancy, click on Search Job Listings, select More Options To Search For CUNY Jobs and enter the Job Opening ID number. The required material, as stated on the CUNYfirst vacancy notice, for the application package must be uploaded as ONE file in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CLOSING DATE The search will remain open until the position is filled. 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. To apply, go to: http://hbcuconnect.com/cgi-bin/jobs/search... 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Hija Chang
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