Student Life Child Center Specialist - Child Care Center: York College/CUNY

POSITION DETAILS

York College, founded in 1966, is a center of academic excellence in the heart of Jamaica, Queens. One of the eleven senior colleges in The City University of New York, the College???s mission is to enrich students' lives by fostering an environment where they???ll grow into passionate and engaged learners.

York???s academic programs are housed in three schools: The School of Arts & Sciences, The School of Business and Information Systems, and The School of Health Sciences and Professional Programs. Over sixty baccalaureate programs from across a variety of disciplines, including accounting, aviation management, business, computer science, journalism, social work, teacher education, a dual BS/MS degree in Occupational Therapy, and one of the top-ranked nursing programs in New York State, provide students with opportunities to study liberal arts, sciences, and professional programs. The College also offers six graduate programs: Aviation Management, Clinical Trials Management, Pharmaceutical Science and Business, Physician Assistant, Social Work and Nursing Education.

Located in Queens, the most ethnically diverse county in New York State, the College enrolls 7,000 students from over 95 nations. Nine out of ten students are members of a racial/ethnic minority group, and more than half of undergraduates are the first in their families to pursue higher education.

The College???s 50-acre campus encompasses seven buildings, including science and computer labs, music and television studios, a Performing Arts Center, and a Health and Physical Education Center. The College recently completed seven major construction projects, with more scheduled for the future. In addition, its neighborhood is at the center of a renaissance fueled by economic revitalization.

York College is committed to fostering integrity, diversity, intellectual discovery, and civic engagement to benefit its students, the community, and the world.

Reporting to the Director of Child Care, the Student Life Child Center Specialist provides both

administrative and program support to the Director of the Center, which is a unit of the Division of

Enrollment Management and Student Affairs and:

?? The Student Life Child Center Specialist provides support for the Director including Administrative support when needed in the planning and implementation of the vision of the Director.

?? Develops, organizes, and assists in the management of the day-to-day operations of the program.

Works collaboratively to administer all functions relative to the grant funded initiatives.

?? Administers functions related to budgets for curriculum, instruction, and staff development in

conjunction with the Director of the Center.

?? Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and

directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

?? Works with Director on personnel & RF invoices

?? Supports the Child Care Center with communications and outreach efforts

?? Works with Enrollment Manager and Curriculum Coordinator on Center Initiatives

?? Is key to the Administrative team???s planning and organizational structure

?? Responds to student parent and parent inquiries as appropriate.

?? Work hours are 9-5 unless otherwise specified

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master???s degree, experience in program assessment, business, budget and or grant writing preferred.

Strong organizational, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills required. The position requires

proficiency with MS office application programs and the ability to work independently as well as perform

as a team member in a fast- paced environment.

Candidate will be subject to State Central Clearance background check and Department of Health

Fingerprint requirements.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Assists in administering a child care center to provide a safe and stimulating environment for children in the center's care.

• Develops appropriate learning programs, events and activities
• Assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring center goals
• Assists in supervising and evaluating center staff
• Provides on-site presence for parent communications and problem resolution
• Maintains compliance with relevant regulations and health and safety guidelines
• May occasionally teach children in the Center
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

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.

$64,649 - $72,667 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references (email and telephone). Please upload all materials as ONE DOCUMENT in doc, pdf, or rtf format.

You may only apply online through the CUNY.edu job board.

To apply:

Please go to www.CUNY.jobs.

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York College/CUNY is an EEO/AA/IRCA/ADA Employer.

CLOSING DATE

October 13, 2024

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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.

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About York College of the City University of New York

"York College provides students with a one-of-a-kind educational experience. It offers many qualities of a major university, including a distinguished faculty and strong pre-professional programs. At the same time, students benefit from individualized attention and a strong sense of community.  Centrally located in Queens, York College is accessible by car, bus, subway, and the Long Island Railroad. Easy access to the rest o Queens and New York City enables students to pursue community service and internships as part of their curriculum."

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