Student Life Director (HEO) - Urban Male Leadership Program
Company: City University of New York
Location: New York
Posted on: March 11, 2025
Job Description:
Student Life Director (HEO) - Urban Male Leadership
ProgramPOSITION DETAILSLehman College, of The City University of
New York, ranks among the top five institutions in the nation for
fostering social mobility. A four-year Hispanic-Serving Institution
in the Bronx, Lehman offers bachelor's, master's, and advanced
degrees and certificate programs in the Liberal Arts, sciences, and
professions. The College's community-driven mission and notable
academic programs attract a diverse, international enrollment of
over 15,000 students who take courses on its 37-acre, tree-lined
campus and online degree programs.Reporting directly to the
Assistant Vice President for the Division of Student Affairs, the
Director serves as the central administrator of a university-wide
program dedicated to increasing the enrollment, retention, and
graduation rates of students from populations that are severely
underrepresented in higher education, particularly African American
males.The Director coordinates the application and project proposal
review process and makes funding decisions with the input of the
Associate Director and senior administrators in the Division of
Student Affairs. Working closely with the Associate Director to
develop and utilize social network websites such as LinkedIn,
Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to promote the program throughout
the college and beyond. The Director will work closely with other
Division of Student Affairs administrators to coordinate
University-wide meetings, conferences, seminars, training, and
events. The Director also participates in outreach to various CUNY
colleges, high schools, and city-wide agencies/organizations to
promote and foster collaborative partnerships with internal
partners throughout the University and cultivates relationships
with external partners throughout New York City and beyond.Finally,
the Director is responsible for developing a strategy for the
creation of an institute that is dedicated to examining issues and
topics related to social and educational equity for students from
populations that are severely underrepresented in higher education,
particularly African American and Hispanic males. In addition, the
Director attends NASPA, professional development activities,
programs, workshops, and seminars to enhance and increase
knowledgeable awareness to the UMLP and college.ILLUSTRATIVE
EXAMPLES OF THE WORK:Program Management and Administration ---
40%
- Monitoring the progress of UMLP focusing on diversity
recruitment strategies, raising retention and graduation rates, and
increasing the number of men of color from the community colleges
and high schools in the New York City public school system.
- Implementing best practices models and strategies established
by the central program such as mentorship programs with peer
advisor and/or faculty/administrator components.
- Developing assessment tools and keeping track of the progress
and engagement of students participating in the UMLP program and
the Crear Futuros program as well as their respective academic
achievement levels and retention and graduation rates.
- Providing technical assistance to the UMLP program and the
Crear Futuros program as needed.
- Coordinating evaluation of UMLP and Crear Futuros program
outcomes that are required to produce demonstrable results.
- Organizing meetings with the Associate Director and Support
staff.
- Writing regular reports as required by public and private
funding sources.
- Maintaining regular and timely communication with the Division
of Student Affairs Administrators, CUNY BMI Administrators,
Advisory Board members, as well as faculty members, students, and
staff affiliated with the UMLP.Communications and Outreach -
25%
- Representing the UMLP at faculty/senate meetings, CUNY BMI
monthly Administrator's meetings, and suggested meetings from the
Vice President of the Division of Student Affairs.
- Organizing regularly scheduled events and activities such as
the UMLP Distinguished Speaker Series and the Annual Induction and
Awards Ceremony.
- Developing communications tools for the UMLP program and the
Crear Futuros program such as brochures and flyers to draw
attention to the initiative, its resources, and activities.
- Developing relationships with faculty and staff members to
build a wider constituency throughout the college campus in support
of UMLP goals and objectives.
- Writing and developing reports and proposals for programs and
new initiatives, including presentations for President cabinet
meetings, and reports for related Division of Student Affairs.
- Writing and developing copy for the UMLP and Crear Futuros
programs (respectively) website and promotional
materials.Fundraising and Development --- 25%
- Developing a fundraising plan for the UMLP.
- Identifying funding sources and writing grant proposals.
- Creating an institute dedicated to the study and promotion of
social and educational equity for students from populations that
are severely underrepresented in higher education, particularly
African American and Latino males.
- Developing program and research agenda for college
awareness.Professional development- 5%
- Identifying professional development opportunities for the UMLP
staff.
- Attending professional development workshops and programs.Other
duties- 5%
- Attending the Division of Student Affairs staff meetings.
- Attending the CUNY BMI Director's monthly meetings.
- Handling other projects as assigned by the Vice President and
Assistant Vice President for the Division of Student
Affairs.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree and eight years related
experience required.QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &
ABILITIES:
- Master's degree, J.D., M.D., Ph.D., or other terminal
professional degree.
- Experience in higher education as a faculty member or higher
education administrator.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in civil rights,
education, law, public policy, student development, and student
leadership theories and practices.
- Strong interest in and commitment to promoting opportunity and
equity in higher education.
- Interest in bridging the gap between theory and practice for
the benefit of students from populations that are severely
underrepresented in higher education.
- Experience working in higher education and/or a nonprofit
organization that advocates on behalf of students from populations
that are underrepresented in higher education.
- Strategic thinker with excellent financial management ability,
a record of fundraising success, and knowledge of local, state, and
federal government.
- Excellent interpersonal and writing skills. Demonstrated
ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies and to
manage competing priorities.CUNY TITLE OVERVIEWDirects planning,
program development, and administration to support access,
retention, multicultural, and other student affairs
objectives.
- Develops plans for, and leads a student development services
unit which comprises a variety of services and programs.
- Collaborates with academic affairs professionals and others in
supporting retention and building a comprehensive learning
environment that fosters the intellectual, psychological, social,
leadership, and recreational development of a diverse student
population.
- Assists senior management in providing leadership, developing
policy, conducting strategic planning, and representing student
affairs in various professional activities.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of the portfolio of student
services in supporting divisional and College-wide goals; oversees
data collection, tracking, and reporting systems.
- Manages fiscal and human resources; may oversee grant
management activities for selected programs.
- Performs related duties as assigned.Job Title Name: Student
Life DirectorCUNY TITLE: Higher Education OfficerFLSA:
ExemptCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITSSalary commensurate with education
and experience. $111,560-$115,333. 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
APPLYVisit 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, cover letter, and
three professional references (name, title, organization, and
contact information).CLOSING DATEOpen until filled with resumes to
review on March 21st, 2025.JOB SEARCH CATEGORYCUNY Job Posting:
Managerial/ProfessionalEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYCUNY 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: 29830Location: Lehman College
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