Academic Program Coordinator, CUNY Explorers Program

CUNY Hunter College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Academic Program Coordinator for the CUNY Explorers Program. This dynamic role involves overseeing campus visits for middle school students, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring a successful educational experience. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have a passion for working with students in a vibrant academic environment. Join a diverse team dedicated to fostering educational opportunities in one of the most exciting cities in the world, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on young learners.

Benefits

Health plans

Competitive retirement benefits

Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study

Generous paid time off

Access to academic and athletic programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with a preference for bilingual candidates.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate school visits and supervise campus visit guides.
• Maintain scheduling systems and collect data for reporting.

Skills

Bilingual, Spanish/English

Data analysis

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Presentation skills

Group facilitation

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Online scheduling system

Standard office software

Job description

Academic Program Coordinator, CUNY Explorers Program

POSITION DETAILS

The Academic Program Coordinator, CUNY Explorers, will report to the Academic College Now Manager and will support the development, implementation, and oversight for the initiative at Hunter College. The Program Coordinator will supervise campus visit guides, in an effort to provide an educational experience for a cohort of visiting 6th-10th graders and chaperones.

In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Academic Program Coordinator, CUNY Explorers, will be responsible for the following duties:

• In conjunction with the Central Office program team and DOE staff, arrange school visits and work with campus and University offices to provide effective interactive program activities.
• Recruit and supervise CUNY students to serve as Visit Guides on CUNY campuses.
• Monitor and maintain an online scheduling system that will allow schools to select a visit date and provide all relevant contact information; follow up with schools as needed to ensure a successful visit.
• Implement an orientation, training, and ongoing professional and leadership development for Visit Guides.
• Coordinate the program's administrative and operational activities, including processing payroll for visit guides.
• Under the supervision of the campus administrator, liaise with relevant college departments with regard to program logistics (space, student meals, workshop leaders, campus security, etc.).
• Collect and retain data for report outcomes to relevant college leaders.
• Maintain a database of staff and school information; document and submit to Central Office summaries of visits and observations.
• Participate in University-wide meetings as needed.
• Support related administrative functions in the host department.
• Assist with both College Now and Undergraduate Admissions initiatives related to campus tours and recruitment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual, Spanish/English preferred
• Experience evaluating performance and analyzing data/metrics preferred
• Experience working with middle school and high school students
• Ability to perform successfully in a multi-faceted, fast-paced, time-sensitive, and demanding student-focused and responsive operation serving both internal and external constituents
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to work and interact effectively, collaboratively, and cooperatively with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and external constituents in a large centralized public university system
• Detail-oriented with strong presentation and group facilitation skills
• Computer proficiency using standard office software programs/applications

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides basic operational and analytical support related to a College's specialized academic program.

• Supports the directors and managers with orientation preparation, student advisement regarding program requirements, and providing basic information about financial aid and registration.
• Manages office records including faculty files; prepares reports and surveys; collects and maintains statistical data on program activities.
• Serves as liaison to various College offices to provide service delivery and appropriate referrals to students.
• Collects and reviews syllabi to ensure compliance with standards.
• Serves as resource person for students and faculty regarding program policies and procedures.
• May supervise office operations and/or monitor department budget.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Academic Program Coordinator

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience, $51,781-$62,689.

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.

**CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 6.09% with additional increases of 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment or https://cuny.jobs/ and following the CUNYfirst Job System Instructions. To search for this vacancy, click on Search Job Listings, select More Options To Search For CUNY Jobs and enter the Job Opening ID number #30138.

Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.

Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Please note that the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters - also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï, -, _ or ç)).

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please include:

• Cover Letter and/or Statement of scholarly interests
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Names and contact information of 3 references

Upload all documents as ONE single file-- PDF format preferred.

CLOSING DATE

The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on 21 days. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after the initial round.

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: 30183

Location: Hunter College