Director of New Student Programs (Academic Program Director)

POSITION DETAILS

“At Baruch College we believe that student success is everyone’s responsibility”

Baruch College is a place of opportunity and exploration where students, faculty, and staff transform their futures, their professions, and their communities. In the heart of New York City, our diverse and inclusive community is driven by learning, innovative knowledge creation, and intellectual discovery for local and global impact. Baruch consistently ranks among the nation’s top-rated and most diverse institutions of higher education, with alumni in business, public service, science, and the humanities earning accolades around the world. It is an exemplar of upward mobility where students, faculty, and staff from all corners of the globe transform their futures, their professions, and their communities.

The Director of New Student Programs plays a leadership role in shaping the new student experience at Baruch College. Reporting directly to the Associate Provost for Learning & Student Success, the Director is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of comprehensive transition and engagement programs for first year and transfer students. The Director will drive innovation in student programming, ensuring seamless integration into the academic and social fabric of the College. This role demands a dynamic individual capable of envisioning and realizing initiatives that foster student success and retention through critical transition periods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term strategy for New Student Programs, aligning with the College's broader goals.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of key programs, including New Student Orientation, First Year Seminar (FYS 1000), Transfer Student Mentoring, Fall Student Convocation, and peer-to-peer education.
• Elevate initiatives through innovative practices, technology, and assessment to enhance student engagement.
• Direct the financial management of the department, including budget planning, allocation, and monitoring to ensure the effective use of resources in support of programmatic goals.
• Develop strategies for financial sustainability and growth, including seeking external grant funding and partnerships.
• Lead collaborative efforts with academic and administrative departments to support student transition and success.
• Provide leadership and direction to a team of professionals and support staff, including an Associate Director, Assistant Director, Graduate Assistant, First Year Seminar instructors, and over 150 undergraduate peer mentors and orientation leaders, fostering an environment of professional growth, operational excellence, and high performance.
• Utilize data-driven decision-making to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic direction. Implement best practices and adapt to emerging challenges to ensure the highest quality of student engagement.
• Serve on college and university-wide committees and task forces, contributing to policy formulation and strategic initiatives that enhance the student experience.
• Lead the First Year Seminar during the fall and/or spring semester.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• This position is open to CUNY employees only ------------------------
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

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

• Doctorate degree in related field preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, budgeting, managerial, and administrative skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced complex environment.
• Experience training and/or teaching in a college setting.
• Familiarity with CUNY systems including CUNYfirst, Brightspace, and Navigate.
• Experience with best practices and assessment in the field with an understanding of the role of student development in academic success.
  
  

Cuny Title Overview

Directs curriculum development and operations of a College's specialized academic program under executive oversight.

• Designs, implements and monitors a comprehensive academic program development plan
• Administers all curricular, administrative, and financial aspects of the program
• Oversees program evaluation efforts and creates strategic plan to further develop program offerings
• Manages annual budget; develops proposals and other initiatives for expanded program support
• Cultivates and maintains strategic partnerships; serves as primary liaison to faculty and administrators to plan and execute programming activities
• May participate in faculty recruitment efforts
• Manages professional and clerical staff
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Title Name: Academic Program Director

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

Compensation And Benefits

$93,800- $115,333; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

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

Visit 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 and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

February 5, 2025

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

29691

Location

Baruch College