The City University of New York

Associate Director of College and Career Access and Success, CUNY Explorers

NEW YORK, NYPosted 17 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from The City University of New York

  • Job overview

    The Associate Director of College and Career Access and Success at CUNY oversees the implementation of college and career awareness programs to support students' academic identity and college readiness.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing program strategy, budgets, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, professional development, communication, recruitment, and supervising staff to ensure program success and sustainability.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The salary range is $73,227 - $79,188 with planned increases, plus comprehensive health plans, retirement benefits, tuition waivers, paid time off, and access to campus programs.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a bachelor's degree and six years of related experience managing educational or social service programs, preferably with NYC public schools, along with strong analytical, communication, organizational, and technological skills.

  • Work environment and culture

    The position supports a diverse academic community in a fast-paced environment with a hybrid work schedule option, emphasizing collaboration and customer focus.

  • Company information

    The City University of New York is a large public university system committed to addressing educational inequities and supporting student success through innovative programs.

  • Team overview

    The Associate Director reports to the Assistant Dean of K-16 Initiatives and works closely with university leadership and campus staff across multiple CUNY campuses.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based at CUNY's Central Office with travel to various campuses and NYC public schools; hybrid work schedule is available.

  • Application process

    Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's job system by July 31, 2025, with current employees applying through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service.

  • Unique job features

    This role uniquely manages both university-wide and federal grant programs, fostering collaboration between high schools and campuses to promote college access among underserved students.

Company overview

The City University of New York (CUNY) is the largest urban public university system in the United States, comprising 25 campuses across New York City. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees, making money primarily through tuition, government funding, and grants. Founded in 1847 as the Free Academy, CUNY has a rich history of providing accessible higher education to a diverse student body. Its mission focuses on academic excellence, inclusivity, and serving the city's educational needs.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your experience managing educational programs and initiatives, especially those involving NYC public schools and college access programs, to align with CUNY's focus on equity and student success.

  • Emphasize skills in program management, budget oversight, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and team leadership, as these are key components of the Associate Director role.

  • Apply through multiple channels including CUNY's official HR portal and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and ensure your application reaches the right recruiters.

  • Connect with current staff in the Office of K-16 Initiatives or related divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent CUNY Explorers events or asking about best practices in managing college access programs.

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