Academic Program Manager - Early College Liaison - USA Jobs : Job Details

The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students' intellectual and personal growth. The College bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap for students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Working to strengthen a culture of care inside and outside the classroom, we share a passion for learning with students from around the world. Strategically located in downtown Manhattan, the College is in close proximity to the artistic communities of Tribeca and SoHo, the dynamic downtown financial district, and the center of New York City government at City Hall. BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect for each member's ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin, among other personal characteristics.

The Academic Program Manager reports to the Dean of Academic Programs and Instruction. This person serves as an intermediary between Borough of Manhattan Community College and the Academy for Careers in Television and Film (ACTvF), located on 51st Ave. in Long Island City, Queens. Through this partnership, students are able to earn college credit toward their associate degree while also earning a high school diploma. It is highly recommended that this person have experience working with both high school students and adults (i.e. professors, teachers, parents and school leadership). The ability to develop strong working relationships needs to be combined with strong organizational skills around the various administrative responsibilities.

In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, duties will include:

• Oversee the management of all activities related to college course-taking by high school students, including but not limited to registration, course withdrawal, and submission of final course grades and their dissemination to students, their parents, and to high school administrators in a timely fashion.
• Responsible for the advisement on students' targeted intervention needs between the college partner and the high school staff academic and social support systems, such as tutoring, counseling, mentoring, assistance with completing any necessary applications, etc.
• Collaborate and coordinate with college faculty and staff to develop and implement programs that support early college goals (e.g. college course experiences for high school students, college speakers, trips to college offices, non-academic events connected to the college).
• Promote awareness of early college partnership at the college in order to garner support and recruit faculty members to participate in activities such as the school planning committee, professional development, and collaborative curriculum development with school staff.
• Assist the Dean in communication with stakeholders (college, school, employers, industry partners, parents) in the development of the partnership (e.g. newsletter, emails, policy manuals, student manuals, student contracts, and data reports).
• Engage in School Leadership Team meetings at the high school to help shape school policies and decisions.
• Promote awareness of the high school at the partner college in order to garner support and recruit college faculty and staff to participate in the school's activities, such as being a member of a Planning Committee, professional development, and curriculum development with the high school's teaching staff.
• Manage tax-levy and grant budgets for the school, including the mid-year report.
• Partner with the school on the monitoring and evaluation of program data as well as data from the city and state examinations to assess student progress and to make recommendations to improve student achievement in order to fulfill the school's mission (i.e., improvement of a college readiness program, academic support services and completion of college coursework).

Qualifications

Minimum:

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

Preferred:

• Master's or advanced degree in education or relevant field.
• Teaching and/or administrative experience in the New York City Department of Education and/or secondary school(s) and/or higher education.
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Evidence of excellent reading/writing/thinking skills and ability to communicate.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting college access for all high school students.
• Experience in program development, coordination, management of budgets and data, and research.
• Experience in working closely with parents and members of the community.

CUNY Title Overview

Manages curriculum development and operations of a College's specialized academic program under the direction of a senior administrator.

Implements and monitors a comprehensive academic program development plan; makes recommendations to improve department policies and procedures

Assists Director with outcome assessment and strategic planning to further develop program offerings

Prepares analytical and statistical reports for management

Serves as resource expert regarding program policies and procedures

May manage professional and/or clerical staff

May act on behalf of Director in his/her absence

Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Academic Program Manager

CUNY Title: Higher Education Associate

FLSA: Exempt

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range is $87,978 - $95,879; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

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.

How to Apply

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.

Closing Date: August 2, 2025

Job Search Category: CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

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.

Job ID: 30616

Location: Borough of Manhattan CC