Strategic Administrative Executive Associate (Higher Ed)

John Jay College of Criminal Justice; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

John Jay College of Criminal Justice is seeking an Administrative Executive Associate to provide high‑level administrative and strategic support to enrollment management and student affairs. You will coordinate executive communications, manage priority projects, and lead budget analyses within a dynamic college setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with six years of relevant experience, plus strong MS 365 skills and experience with student information systems and procurement platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and six years' relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinate executive-level administrative and operational functions, including strategic priority management, high-level communications, and implementation of divisional initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate special projects and strategic initiatives related to enrollment management, student affairs, student success, retention, and institutional effectiveness, including developing implementation plans, monitoring progress, and evaluating outcomes.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare reports to support executive decision-making, strategic planning, assessment activities, accreditation efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison and representative of the Vice President's Office by fostering collaboration among academic and administrative departments, CUNY Central Office, students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate divisional planning, communications, and operational activities, including leadership meetings, committees, task forces, major events, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Support budget planning and fiscal operations by tracking expenditures, preparing analyses, and ensuring compliance with College and University policies.
• Develop, implement, and monitor administrative processes, policies, and procedures to improve operational effectiveness, service delivery, compliance, and organizational efficiency across the division.
• May provide project-based leadership and limited supervision of administrative staff as assigned, including managing office operations, supporting professional development efforts, and contributing to a culture of collaboration, accountability, and student-centered service.

Skills

Executive support

Confidentiality

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Excel

SIS systems

Job description

John Jay College of Criminal Justice is seeking an Administrative Executive Associate to provide high‑level administrative and strategic support to enrollment management and student affairs. You will coordinate executive communications, manage priority projects, and lead budget analyses within a dynamic college setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with six years of relevant experience, plus strong MS 365 skills and experience with student information systems and procurement platforms.