Academic ASAP Program Coordinator

City University of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC), part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, is seeking an Academic ASAP Program Coordinator to support engagement programming and staff. The role reports to the Engagement Specialist and will coordinate, track and report student activities, training, and operations for ASAP programs.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with one year of related experience and strong communication, organizational and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with one year of related experience.
• Strong understanding of the needs and challenges of diverse student groups.
• Exemplary interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Proficient in managing multiple tasks and meeting strict deadlines with changing priorities.
• Strong organization, planning and project management experience.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records of student information.
• Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Access and Excel) with the aptitude to learn new systems.
• Experience coordinating and executing student activities, workshops, meetings and special events.
• Flexibility working with faculty, administrators, students and external stakeholders.
• The ability to work in-person and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation, development and execution of all engagement activities including STEM initiatives, skill building workshops and co-curricular programming
• Track and report student engagement activities
• Assist in the training and development of all part-time staff
• Coordinate the supervision, hiring, training and scheduling of the front desk staff
• Assist with the approval of part-time timesheets
• Responsible for the tracking and distribution of OMNY travel cards
• Maintain internal calendar of all ASAP programs
• Support the tracking of catering, purchases and room reservations for all ASAP areas
• Responsible for call campaigns to support student outreach efforts
• Maintain supplies and office equipment and monitor office workflow
• Administer and manage projects as directed
• All other duties assigned by the Engagement Specialist and Associate Director for Collaborative Strategies and Operations

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Project management

Records management

Microsoft Office

Event coordination

Remote work flexibility

Team collaboration

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Academic ASAP Program Coordinator

POSITION DETAILS

The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC), part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students' intellectual and personal growth. The College bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap for students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Working to strengthen a culture of care inside and outside the classroom, we share a passion for learning with students from around the world. Strategically located in downtown Manhattan, the College is in close proximity to the artistic communities of Tribeca and SoHo, the dynamic downtown financial district, and the center of New York City government at City Hall. BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect for each member's ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin, among other personal characteristics. BMCC's motto speaks to this shared sense of purpose and possibility: Start Here, Go Anywhere. We strive to increase degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, and service and leadership within our community, New York City, and beyond.

ASAP supports motivated students earn an associate's degree within three years. The program emphasizes enriched academic, financial, and personal support, including comprehensive and personalized advisement, career development, academic support services, scholarships, MTA OMNY cards, and textbook support.

Reporting to the Engagement Specialist, the Program Coordinator is responsible for engagement programming and staff support.

• Support the creation, development and execution of all engagement activities including STEM initiatives, skill building workshops and co-curricular programming
• Track and report student engagement activities
• Assist in the training and development of all part-time staff
• Coordinate the supervision, hiring, training and scheduling of the front desk staff
• Assist with the approval of part-time timesheets
• Responsible for the tracking and distribution of OMNY travel cards
• Maintain internal calendar of all ASAP programs
• Support the tracking of catering, purchases and room reservations for all ASAP areas
• Responsible for call campaigns to support student outreach efforts
• Maintain supplies and office equipment and monitor office workflow
• Administer and manage projects as directed
• All other duties assigned by the Engagement Specialist and Associate Director for Collaborative Strategies and Operations

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

Bachelor's degree with one year of experience in a related field.

Preferred:

• A strong understanding of the needs and challenges of diverse student groups
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Exemplary interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills
• Proficient in managing multiple tasks and meeting strict deadlines with changing priorities
• Strong organization, planning and project management experience
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records of student information
• Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Access and Excel) with the aptitude to learn new systems
• Experience with coordinating and executing student activities, workshops, meetings and special events.
• Flexibility working with faculty, administrators, students and external stakeholders
• The ability to work in-person and remotely

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP) helps students earn their college degree as quickly as possible by removing the financial, academic, and personal obstacles that many students confront. Key ASAP program features include a consolidated block schedule, cohorts by major, required full-time study and comprehensive advisement and career development services. Financial incentives include tuition waivers for financial aid eligible students, yearly textbook vouchers, and MetroCards for all students. Further information is available at www.cuny.edu/ASAP.

The ASAP Program Coordinator provides basic operational and analytical support related to a College's ASAP program.

• Monitors and maintains student enrollment and information databases; collects and maintains statistical data
• Prepares reports and surveys using student information and enrollment data
• Collects information to evaluate program/event success and reports results
• Serves as liaison to various College offices to ensure smooth operations and verification of student information
• Creates and distributes marketing and promotional and event materials for ASAP programming
• Assists with the coordination and execution of student activities, workshops, meetings and special events
• Performs related duties as assigned

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary range is $56,641 - 68,470; commensurate with qualifications, 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.

CLOSING DATE

September 8, 2026

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.

Location

Borough of Manhattan CC

Job Type

Full-Time