Director, Technical Programs & Student Life

Cornell Tech; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell Tech seeks an Assistant Director of Technical Programs and Student Life to oversee key operational aspects and serve as the primary contact for Cornell Tech PhD, and technical masters students which includes Design Tech students.

The Assistant Director also leads campus community-building through overseeing the implementation of large scale events including but not limited to Orientation, PhD Visit Days, Inclusive Events, and Recognition ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years’ relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead student support workshops to enhance student learning and community building.
• Manage and coordinate the planning and implementation of student orientation and community-building events.
• Provide oversight and guidance on events led by other Student & Academic Affairs team members.
• Advise students regarding difficult and/or sensitive situations and provide referrals when necessary.
• Develop and implement tools for data collection and analysis to improve student experience.

Job description

Cornell Tech seeks an Assistant Director of Technical Programs and Student Life to oversee key operational aspects and serve as the primary contact for Cornell Tech PhD, and technical masters students which includes Design Tech students.

The Assistant Director also leads campus community-building through overseeing the implementation of large scale events including but not limited to Orientation, PhD Visit Days, Inclusive Events, and Recognition ceremonies.