Academic Program Specialist – CLIP Assistant Director

POSITION DETAILS

The CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP) is an intensive English as a Second Language (ESL) program for CUNY students who need to improve their academic English language skills. Classes meet five hours a day, five days a week (in morning, afternoon or evening sessions). Students who have been accepted to any CUNY college can spend up to one year in the program. CLIP is a content-based program where students learn English through studying topics in American history, literature, environmental studies, and more. In this way, students build knowledge and academic skills as they develop their English language skills. CLIP students also learn the computer skills they need for college.

CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College’s commitment to equity. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university’s mission. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply. One of Queensborough Community College’s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community. We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States.

Reporting to the Director of the CLIP program at Queensborough Community College, the Academic Program Specialist – Assistant Director is involved with all academic aspects of the program and also oversees activities and processes designed to facilitate students’ matriculation. The candidate must be a flexible, dedicated team player. The Academic Program Specialist- CLIP Assistant Director’s duties include but are not limited to:

Participates in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and orienting part-time and full-time faculty and staff;

May work with instructors to develop new theme-based curricula; 

Assists with student recruitment, orientation, placement testing, exit testing, and advisement;

Assists the Director in planning professional development activities;

Assists in supervising tutors, may serve as a liaison between tutors and instructors;

May arrange for substitute teachers when necessary;

Responsible for student enrollment, attendance monitoring and retention activities;

Oversees the development of academic programs and utilizes technology in their delivery and administration;

Oversees the norming and scoring of placement and exit essay exams and subsequent placements;

Provides students with information about different college degrees, majors, and programs;

Facilitates students’ exit from the program and matriculation to QCC’s academic degree programs;

Assists the director with community outreach and recruitment of new students;

Prepares analytical and statistical reports as required by campus leadership teams and the CUNY Office of Academic Affairs;

Serves on Divisional and College committees;

Interfaces with other departments and collaborates with Testing Office for departmental testing, including the scheduling of test dates;

Collaborates in activities that foster continuous program improvement and development for ESL students across campus;

Ensures compliance with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives on campus;

May act on behalf of the Director, in instances, to oversee all aspects of the administration of the program;

Must be able to work some evening hours.

Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree and four years’ relevant experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics, TESOL, Higher Education Administration, or related field.
• At least two years of teaching experience working with adult English language learners.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially the ability to communicate effectively with management, staff, and students.
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills, especially experience troubleshooting student and staff concerns.
• Experience using technology for educational purposes.
• Superior organizational skills and experience managing multiple tasks and projects.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Prior CLIP, supervisory, or adult education program administration experience.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Participates in the daily coordination of academic and administrative activities of a College’s specialized academic program under management direction.

• Supports program development, student service delivery, outcome evaluation and instructor/student recruitment, enrollment, and retention.
• Recommends, implements and evaluates strategies to expand program offerings
• Prepares analytical and statistical reports for management
• Develops and maintains relationships with various College offices to improve student and faculty services
• Serves as resource expert regarding program policies and procedures
• Oversees office recordkeeping; manages updates of program web and print materials
• May supervise office operations and/or department budget
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Academic Program Specialist

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$70,238 – $75,465. 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.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Health Plan Coverage for Employees Hired on or after October 1, 2022 City of New York employees and employees of Participating Employers and their eligible dependents hired on or after October 1, 2022 will only be eligible to enroll in the EmblemHealth HIP HMO Preferred Plan and must remain in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan for the first year (365 days) of employment.

After 365 days of employment, the employee will have the option of either remaining in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan or selecting a different health plan within 30 days before the end of the 365th day period.

If a new health plan is selected, the new plan will be effective on the 366th day.

Only after the 365th day can the employee participate in any Annual Fall Transfer Period. An employee who needs to request an exemption from the required enrollment in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan can do so by submitting a HIP HMO Opt-Out Request Form to EmblemHealth. An employee, or eligible dependent, must meet certain criteria and the request must be approved by EmblemHealth before the exemption is granted. The HIP HMO Opt-Out Request Form and HIP service area are available on the EmblemHealth website.

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 provide a CV/resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

October 22, 2024.

Review of resumes to begin immediately.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

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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.

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