Deputy Director, Program Management & Administration - Research Foundation CUNY : Job Details

Job Title: Deputy Director, Program Management & AdministrationPVN ID: VA-2410-006524Category: Managerial and ProfessionalLocation: OFFICE OF SR. UNIV DEAN FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRSJob DescriptionGeneral DescriptionCUNY EDGE is the latest initiative to support public assistance recipients enrolled at the City University of New York (CUNY) during a twenty-five year partnership between CUNY and the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA). Launched in 2016, the CUNY EDGE program model balances academic advising and personal supports with career development while maintaining students' compliance with HRA regulations. This model blends elements of successful college completion programs with paid work and internship opportunities, personal development, and academic excellence. Serving over 3,000 students across 20 colleges each year, CUNY EDGE is led by a Central Office team of nine supporting over 60 staff at the colleges who provide direct services to students. For more information about CUNY EDGE, visit cuny.edu/cunyedge.Housed within the Office of Academic Affairs in the CUNY Central Office, CUNY EDGE is seeking a motivated self-starter with significant management experience to serve as Deputy Director of Program Management and Administration. Reporting to the University Director, the Deputy Director will be a key member of the CUNY EDGE leadership team, spearhead the program's partnership with HRA, and oversee the implementation of best practices in our core support services. The Deputy will also support the Director in strategic planning efforts and overall program administration, with a focus on budget and contract management.Other DutiesProvide leadership to support the overall success of CUNY EDGELead the partnership with HRA including spearheading the implementation of new or modified agency policies and procedures for CUNY EDGE and coordinating training and resources for CUNY EDGE staff on HRA policies and proceduresLead the review and refinement of core program services including academic advisement, workshops and orientations, and student financial supportsOffer continuous support to college teams by being a thought partner in program and policy implementationMaintain and expand relationships and collaborations with CUNY college departments, programs, and leadershipSupport the management of $10+ million budget including expense tracking with the colleges, budget modifications, and alignment of budget with program goalsManage subcontract agreements for additional services and consultantsSupervise team members in managing workplans and daily activities, providing guidance and directionWork collaboratively with the CUNY EDGE Deputy Director of Career Development and Professional Development in the Central OfficeFacilitate regular meetings with both Central Office and college staffMay act on behalf of University Director in their absenceAttend staff meetings and trainings as requiredPerform related duties as assignedQualificationsBachelor's degree requiredAt least eight years' of relevant experience requiredPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree preferredFive (5) years of progressively responsible program administration and planning experience, preferably within higher education and/or social service program serving low-income studentsExcellent writing, presentation and group facilitation skillsExperience managing multi-site projects and ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a flexible and strategic manner; knowledge of CUNY and/or public assistance programs preferredCan work independently as well as collaboratively with stakeholders and diverse populations in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environmentStrong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlinesAbility to use data and research findings for program development, reporting, and evaluation purposesStrong budget and contract management skillsProactive, creative, and able to develop innovative approaches and exercise sound judgment; can work under deadlines and adapt quickly to changing situations and priorities; comfortable with ambiguityProficiency with Microsoft 365, databases, and web-based systemsAvailable for occasional evenings and able to travel to multiple college campuses located in the five boroughs of New York City preferredPhysical RequirementsThis is a 70/30 hybrid position, subject to change. Remote work arrangements are not a right or entitlement of employment and, as such, are discretionary and subject to operational needs unless otherwise provided by the CUNY Flexible Work GuidelinesWhile performing these duties, the employee is required to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting items (up to 30 pounds), bending, reaching, sitting for prolonged periods of timeReasonable accommodation will be made for employees with disabilities or other needs per RFCUNY policies.Ability to travel to other CUNY campus locations as neededApplicants must submit a cover letter and resume for consideration. Your application is not complete without the required documentation. Please make sure all attachments have your first and last name before submission.RFCUNY Benefits RFCUNY Employee Benefits and AccrualsAbout the Research FoundationThe Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).RFCUNY stands between CUNY's principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include management of a planned giving program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and conflicts of interest.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.Key FeaturesDepartment OAA/CUNY EDGEStatus Full TimeAnnual Salary Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00Closing Date Dec 24, 2024 (Or Until Filled)Bargaining Unit NoActionsApplyPrintEmailLinkedinFacebook ( at RFCUNY)GoogleTwitter ( Openings at RFCUNY+