adjunct Director for the Center for Student S...

adjunct Director for the Center for Student S...

About SUNY Orange:


Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange), located in the scenic Hudson Valley, is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh, NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And, for over 70 years, SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.
Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and prosperous if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity, has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.
The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful, energetic and impactful leadership abilities, and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become, crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed, and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen, we encourage you to consider joining our College community.


Listing description


SUNY Orange is currently seeking a full-time adjunct Director for the Center for Student Success to join the Learning and Student Success Division.
The adjunct Director for the Center for Student Success will assist and support the Director in the design and implementation of programming and student resources which positively impact institutional retention and student success. This leadership abilities position will serve as a direct point of contact for students, providing academic support services and engaging students through a variety of activities that ensure progression toward graduation. The adjunct Director will possess expertise of student development theories/practices and best practices related to student success, retention and persistence. Housed organizationally within the Center for Student Success (CSS), and under the supervision of the CSS Director, the adjunct Director will work collaboratively across the institution to develop relationships with students, faculty, and staff in order to continuously improve retention programs to support students. The adjunct Director will be a visionary leader, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.


General Requirements:



Education Required: Bachelor's degree or higher.

practice Required: practice working in education, and/or higher education, post-secondary and/or student services department or learning enrichment relatable field.

Preferred expertise, expertise, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

»Bachelor's degree in student development, psychology, education or related field;

»Community college or higher education practice;

» managery or leadership abilities practice;

» capability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with supervising personnel, coworkers, all constituents and the public;

»Perform well under pressure, within time constraints, with a high degree of accuracy, diplomacy and confidentiality;

» capability to coordinate work flow while dealing with multiple projects and deadlines;

» capability to present complex information and data in coherent fashion;

»Must be able to travel between the college's two campuses and other sites;

»Bilingual expertise (Spanish).


Additional Information:



Deadline for Applying: October 15, 2023

Position begins as soon as possible.

income: $50,208 - $66,526, commensurate with practice. This is a 12 month, Staff & Chair, Grade 50, position.

SUNY Orange offers a very competitive benefits package which includes excellent low cost health insurance as well as a generous leave policy.
Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, discapability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance agent, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, [email protected].


Application Instructions:


Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:

»Cover Letter

»Resume

»References: Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.

»Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions:

» How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career?

» How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?


After submitting your resume the subsequent pages will enable you to upload the additional documents.
Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. candidates may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.
All candidates must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.
Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.
Returning candidates - to your SUNY Orange Employment Account to check your completed application.