CUNY 2x Tech BMCC - Academic Program Manager/Research

CUNY 2x Tech BMCC - Academic Program Manager/Research

POSITION DETAILS

Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant teaching and learning community committed to advancing the intellectual and personal growth of students. BMCC is among the largest of the 25 institutions comprising the City University of New York (CUNY) system. With over 50 academic degree programs as well as certificate and micro credentials created with industry partners, BMCC continues to be an integral resource and supportive partner in creating a better, more equitable New York City. BMCC was named one of the 10 national finalists for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. A 2020 report from the Brookings Institution ranked BMCC third nationwide in helping students advance up the socioeconomic ladder.

CUNY 2x Tech was a Mayoral initiative to double the number of tech bachelors awarded by public colleges. In 2023, the city expanded CUNY 2x Tech to five new campuses, including BMCC. It entails a comprehensive investment in the instruction, advising, and experience that are essential to prepare New Yorkers for 21st-century tech jobs in NYC. All CUNY 2x Tech faculty and staff members will play a critical role in ensuring that the college's tech education is aligned with industry demand. The role will involve significant work directly with NYC-based industry partners and the NYC Tech Talent Pipeline to create career pathways and expand employment opportunities for students in New York's emerging industries, review curricula, provide feedback on students' job-readiness, teach in the classroom, and ensure that overall tech education provided by the college is preparing students with the academic and career readiness skills they need to succeed.

*This is a grant funded position. This program's funding has been extended through June of 2025 and is then subject to further renewal.

The Program Manager will report to the Chairperson of the Computer Information Systems Department (CIS) at BMCC. In addition to the CUNY title overview duties, tasks include but are not limited to:

• Provide support to accomplish CUNY 2x Tech goals and objectives and support for students' specialized needs in the CIS Department.

• Collaborate effectively with staff and faculty to realize academic support for students in the CIS Department.

• Hold periodic meetings with industry partners, the program advisory board, and department faculty to ensure the program's effectiveness and progress.

• Maintain communications with the student population to gain feedback on the academic curriculum's effectiveness and provide recommendations to upgrade the curriculum.

• Collect and analyze data on grant activities and report outcomes.

• Meet with the students of the CIS Department on an individual basis to record their career plans, strengths, skills and expectations. Provide feedback to the faculty and the industry specialist in regard to the best placement options for students for internships and job opportunities.

• Collaborate with the Internship Specialist to build up a cohort of graduating students to offer career advisement, prepare students for interviews and help them to achieve their career goals.

• Analyze program data and develop measurement criteria in partnership with others to enhance student learning outcomes and success in each of the key CUNY 2x Tech dimensions.

• Reach out to graduating and graduated students in order to maintain a database of their contact information and their placements in 4-year colleges or work force.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and six years' relevant experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in IT-related areas and at least six years of related experience strongly preferred.

• An understanding of the tech industry and its relationship to higher education.

• Previous familiarity with academic environments, particularly in STEM fields.

• Previous professional experience in a tech field, preferably within or adjacent to NYC tech companies.

• Experience with or enthusiasm for leading a team to launch a new initiative; building relationships with stakeholders in the public and private sectors; working directly with students; workforce development.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience or ability to quickly learn appropriate modules in the CUNYfirst system.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Manages curriculum development and operations of a College's specialized academic program under the direction of a senior administrator.

• Implements and monitors a comprehensive academic program development plan; makes recommendations to improve department policies and procedures

• Assists Director with outcome assessment and strategic planning to further develop program offerings

• Prepares analytical and statistical reports for management

• Serves as resource expert regarding program policies and procedures

• May manage professional and/or clerical staff

• May act on behalf of Director in his/her absence

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Academic Program Manager

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Associate

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$79, 188 - $86, 645

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

*This is a grant funded position. This program's funding has been extended through June of 2025 and is then subject to further renewal.

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

Candidates should provide a CV/resume using our online recruiting system CUNYFirst at ~~~/.

CLOSING DATE

May 23, 2024

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.

Job ID

28401

Location

Borough of Manhattan CC