Assistant Director of Community and Digital Engagement - NYS Master Teacher Program

The State University of New York; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Director of Community and Digital Engagement for the NYS Master Teacher Program. This full-time role focuses on enhancing communication strategies and promoting the program's impact on education. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in higher education, and the ability to analyze data effectively. Join a mission-driven workplace that values diversity and inclusion while providing a comprehensive benefits package. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational community in New York.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Tuition Assistance

Paid Family Leave

Generous Vacation Time

Sick Leave

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• 3 years of experience in higher education or non-profit environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and communicate the impact of the NYSMTP.
• Collaborate on maintaining MTP social media platforms.

Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Strategic Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Google Tools

Social Media Platforms

Job description

Assistant Director of Community and Digital Engagement - NYS Master Teacher Program

Category: Professional Positions

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Department: NYS Master Teacher Program

Locations: Albany, NY

Posted: Feb 12, 2025

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: Full-time

PositionID: 185528

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About SUNY System Administration

The State University of New York, or SUNY, is the largest comprehensive system of public higher education in the United States, with 64 colleges and universities spanning the state from Long Island to the Adirondacks to Buffalo. SUNY System Administration employees, based in Albany and New York City, provide critical support for SUNY campuses, employees, and students to advance SUNY's mission of providing high-quality, affordable higher education for all.

Across a wide range of roles, from finance and legal counsel to student support, academic affairs, IT, admissions, and more, our employees work toward advancing the four priority pillars established by SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. and the SUNY Board of Trustees: student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and economic development and upward mobility. SUNY System Administration is a mission-driven workplace with robust New York State benefits including health insurance, retirement, time off, and paid family leave.

Job Description:

The Assistant Director ofCommunity and Digital Communications forthe New York State Master Teacher Program is a mid-management position that reports to the Executive Director of the New York State Master Teacher Program (NYSMTP).

Working closely with the Executive Director and the Central Office staff, the Assistant Director of Community and Digital Communications is an integral member of the program office staff who focuses on both internal and external program information to communicate the impact of program participation by Master Teachers, and Master Counselors on professional practice, and the vital role of SUNY campuses in the implementation of the program in their economic development region.

The Assistant Director of Community and Digital Communications will work within the program communications structure to conduct regular analysis and synthesis of data to identify key information to share with program participants, SUNY counterparts, and external stakeholders to promote the NYSMTP and related SUNY activities to advance the mission and vision of the NYSMTP. This strategic work is directly informed by and related to the statewide program goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the analysis and synthesis of NYSMTP data to widely communicate the impact of participation in the NYSMTP on individual Master Teacher and Master Counselor practice and of the collective participation on the education community.
• Collaborate with members of the program office to maintain the MTP social media platforms .
• Contribute to the regular review and revision of the internal and external communications plan to recognize and celebrate the activities of the statewide network members and the SUNY campuses.
• Cooperate with members of the program office to review resources and related public documents about the professional learning opportunities open to all NYS educators via regional and statewide programing.
• Strategize with the Executive Director future phases to expand the professional network of the NYSMTP to include peer organizations at state and national levels.
• Support central office operations as needed regarding regional operations and selection process.
• Visit campuses on an as-needed basis.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Three years of professional experience in higher education or non-profit environments
• Demonstrate strong communication skills (writing and presenting) with experience in a leadership or administration role
• Active appreciation for strategic collaboration within a small team
• Highly skilled in driving to results through planning and execution, critical thinking, and problem-solving
• Strong work ethic and creativity that translates into enthusiasm for the successful accomplishment of program goals
• Ability to travel on a scheduled basis in support of duties & responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training and/or experience with a range of digital/print/online social media platforms
• Strong understanding and appreciation for K-12 education and higher education
• Fluidity with Microsoft Suite products including Word, Excel, Access database, Outlook, and Google tools

Additional Information:

• Salary is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, training, and certifications.The range for thisposition is $70,000-$83,000 annually.
• State Title: Assistant Director(Grade MP4) and is a Management Confidential position.
• Excellent Benefit Package which includes: NYS health insurance, free dental and vision coverage, competitive retirement options, tuition assistance, parental leave at full pay, and generous vacation, sick, and holiday time. 13days of paid holidays per year; 21 days of vacation, and 21 days of sick time accrued each year. Please see our MCbenefits summaryfor additional information.
• Management/Confidential appointments work under the leadership and discretion of the appointing authority and are not represented by a union.
• This position will be based in Albany, NY. Travel as related to campuses developed.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

SUNY System Administration provides an outstanding and comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family through the many life changes you may experience while you work for SUNY. Our nationally recognized benefits include:

• Retirement:The choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, along with two supplemental plans to increase your ability to save for retirement.
• Health Insurance: Several health insurance options at an affordable cost that provide full coverage without mandatory deductibles.
• Time Off: Paid time off with separate vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days a year for each category.
• Additional paid leave policy options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations.
• Flexible Working Arrangements:Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid schedules, are available depending on position.

Interested candidates are invited to apply online. Please submit a cover letter, resume and four professional references when applying. The review of applications will begin immediately andcontinue until the position is filled.

State University of New York System Administration is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or retaliation.