Director Of Cstep (Grant-Funded) - Suny Orange

Job Description:

SUNY Orange is currently seeking a full-time Director of CSTEP.

The Director of the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) will serve as the chief administrative agent and will oversee all aspects of the CSTEP grant. The Director of CSTEP will provide visionary leadership to increase the number of students from under-represented groups who pursue professional licensure and careers in mathematics, science, technology and health-related fields. The Director will ensure compliance with all grant guidelines, provide program assessment, budgetary oversight as well as the maintenance and creation of program reports. The Director of CSTEP will also maintain and develop a the CSTEP strategic plan and Chair the Advisory Board, which will share in the evaluation process for the program.

The Director of CSTEP will serve as the liaison to the NYS Department of Education and promote statewide collaborations. This position will also work extensively with CSTEP students, offering personalized mentoring, sound academic and career advising, organizing and supervising program activities, presenting workshops, recruiting CSTEP students, confirming student eligibility for entrance to the program, maintaining accurate student records, and fostering community building among students.

The Director of CSTEP will also collaborate with faculty and staff on campus to coordinate academic support, career planning, research and internship experiences, and academic enrichment. This position will work with a wide range of campus personnel and develop relationships to support academic success and career development for students.

Travel will be required between both the Middletown and Newburgh campuses and buildings and other sites as needed.

Requirements:

Education & Experience Required: Bachelor's degree with one (1) year of relevant administrative experience in managing operations or grant budgets OR an Associate's degree with three (3) years of relevant administrative experience in managing operations or grant budgets; Supervisory experience; Fiscal Management and budgetary oversight; Organization and presentation skills; Experience working with diverse populations.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or other related area.

• Master's degree in any Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, related area or NYS licensed profession.

• CSTEP knowledge or experience.

• Knowledge of the characteristics and best practices that support successful passage through the STEM education pipeline.

• Strong oral and written communication skills and familiarity with the use of technology, including social media for the purpose of communication.

• Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with supervising personnel, co-workers, all college employees, students, and the public.

• Ability to manage multiple projects.

• Ability to manage a running budget.

• Bilingual skills.

Additional Information:

Deadline for Applying: June 24, 2024

Position begins on or about August 12, 2024.

Salary: $54,378-$60,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and grant funding. This is a full-time, 12 month, grant-funded, Staff & Chair, Grade 60 position.

SUNY Orange offers a competitive benefits package which includes:

• Excellent low-cost health insurance

• Generous leave policy (including Winter and Spring Breaks)

• Educational Assistance

• Retirement Plans

• Retiree Health Insurance

• Supplemental Insurance

• PSLF Loan Forgiveness

Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown, NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.

Application Instructions:

Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• References: Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.

• Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions:

• How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career?

• How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?

Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at www.naces.org to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.

All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.

Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.

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