Liberty Partnerships Program Director

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 successful 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, 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.

Job Description:

The Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) is a collaboration involving SUNY Orange, the Newburgh Enlarged City School District (NFA Main/North High Schools, Heritage/South Middle Schools) and the Boys and Girls Club of Newburgh.

As a New York State Education Department grant-funded initiative, the Liberty Partnerships Program is a comprehensive academic excellence program targeted at both urban and rural, middle and high school students. The programs purpose is to ensure that the youth of the Liberty Partnerships Program graduate from high school and enter post-secondary education and the workforce as highly competent and compassionate young adults.

SUNY Orange is currently seeking dynamic and highly organized individual to serve as its full-time Director for the Liberty Partnership Program (LPP). The Liberty Partnerships Program Director will serve as the chief administrative agent for the grant, which is comprised of an after school and summer program designed to increase high school graduation rates and promote college readiness. This position will oversee the effective implementation of programs and key partnerships that serve students within the afterschool program and meet the requirements set forth in the grant. The director will perform regular audits of sub-agencies to assure that they are following grant guidelines and have written procedures in place to assure compliance with NYSED regulations governing the LPP program.

Requirements:

Education Required:     Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, or related field.

Experience Required:   Two years of experience in the administration of grant-funded programs that serve at risk youth and underrepresented populations. Supervisory experience and proven ability to use judgment and discretion in the handling of sensitive and /or confidential matters. Ability to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Master's degree in Education, Social Work or related field.
• Experience in the administration of grant-funded programs.
• Experience with programs focusing on dropout prevention.
• Knowledge of high school/college collaborative programming.
• Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationship with supervising personnel, co- workers, all college employees and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Familiarity with Newburgh, NY community.
• Grant writing experience.
• Bilingual Skills.

Additional Information:

Deadline for Applying: Review of applications begins October 17, 2022 and will continue until successful candidate has been identified.

Position begins: as soon as possible

Salary: $53,974-$64,277 per annum, commensurate with experience.

This is a 12 month Staff & Chair Grade 60 position and is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds.

Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, 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 Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.

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:
1. How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career?
2. How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?

Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at www.naces.org 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 applicants 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.

Quicklink to apply: http://occc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=153699