Program Administrator

FORDHAM University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,555 - 72,210; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition remission

Generous time off

Job summary

FORDHAM University in New York is seeking a Program Administrator for the Liberty Partnerships Program. The role involves providing support services to students using comprehensive case management and developing enrichment programs.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s Degree and have at least two years of experience with underserved youth. Strong proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office is essential. The position offers a salary range of $66,555 to $72,210 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with underserved youth in a school or youth development setting.
• Experience with facilitating workshops and groups.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, implement, and supervise programming and events.
• Review and assess students' social/emotional and academic needs.
• Coordinate student recruitment and retention efforts.
• Maintain accurate records for reporting to education authorities.
• Provide guidance to student interns and volunteers.

Skills

Google Workspace proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual, Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

About Fordham University

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, providing an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Fordham offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Program Director of the Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP), the Program Administrator works as a member of a team to provide comprehensive pre‑collegiate/dropout prevention services to six‑through‑twelve grade students attending LPP partner schools. The incumbent’s primary responsibilities include individual and group case management; academic services; planning enrichment trips; development and implementation of college, workforce, and life‑skill workshops; development and supervision of a high school/college mentoring program; guidance to volunteers, tutors, and seasonal staff; and maintenance of program records and data collection. This position may require evening and weekend hours.

Essential Functions

• Develop, plan, implement, and supervise year‑around programming and events to help students meet academic and social standards.
• Review and assess the social/emotional and academic needs of students to refer them to appropriate LPP services.
• Coordinate student recruitment and retention efforts.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and other compliance activities for reporting to the New York State Department of Education.
• Collaborate with school liaisons, community partners, and university departments for the maintenance and/or development of programs and events.
• Provide guidance to student interns, volunteers, tutors, and seasonal staff to ensure effective engagement with students and parents.
• Assist students in preparing for high school, college, scholarships/financial aid applications and required educational documents.
• Develop and implement workshops to educate families, students, and/or school staff on relevant issues.

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

Provide peer‑level coordination or subject‑matter guidance to colleagues performing similar work and/or student, part‑time workers, including helping organize tasks, clarify priorities, or review work for quality or consistency.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with underserved youth in a school or youth development setting with particular emphasis on grades 6‑12.
• Experience with facilitating workshops and groups.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Drive) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the ability to leverage technology to support operational efficiency and communication.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong time‑management skills, including the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity, with the ability to effectively engage and communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative in addressing challenges and opportunities.
• Patience, flexibility, and adaptability when responding to changing priorities, stakeholder needs, and complex situations.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate the dynamic environment, policies, procedures, and organizational structures of public school systems and educational institutions.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, educators, administrators, and community partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in education, social work, or counseling.
• Bilingual, Spanish.

Compensation

Minimum Starting Salary: $66,555

Maximum Starting Salary: $72,210

Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

• Sitting almost continuously.
• Repetitive hand motion (typing) almost continuously.
• Hearing, listening, talking almost continuously.
• Standing almost continuously.
• Walking often.
• Running seldom.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling seldom.
• Climbing stairs not required.
• Climbing ladders not required.
• Reaching overhead not required.
• Pulling, pushing not required.
• Shoveling not required.
• Lifting up to 20 pounds not required.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds not required.
• Lifting over 50 pounds not required.
• Work Environment: Office environment; employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.