Onondaga Community College
Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
Onondaga Community College, Syracuse, New York, United States
Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni.
Job Description:
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is a multifaceted program with the primary mission of supporting historically underrepresented students in their educational pathway, including admission to EOP, transition to college, academic success, retention, and degree completion. The primary responsibility of the Director, EOP is the administration of the EducationalOpportunity Program (EOP), ensuring compliance with the guidelines and policies of the NY State Department of Education, NY State Office of Opportunity Programs, and OCC. The Director collaborates with academic departments, student engagement and enrollment offices. The Director demonstrates a commitment to ensuring that economically and educationally disadvantaged students receive the services needed to accomplish their academic and career goals. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Provide leadership, manage overall planning, and supervise all staff, activities and program development for EOP, including a summer program and orientation program for students and parents. These activities also include, but are not limited to, program design, tutoring, counseling, mentoring, academic advising, and career/transfer advising. Coordinate with the Recruitment and Admissions Office in recruiting and identifying potential EOP students, and coordinate with the Financial Aid Office and Student Accounts on financial eligibility, financial aid and related issues for EOP students. Review prospective EOP students' applications and documentation for EOP admission and determine which applicants are to be accepted within the established parameters including the number of students OCC has contracted to serve. Coordinate with EOP counselors and faculty appropriate advisement and counseling activities for EOP students. Ensure Retention Alert Instructor Reports are obtained and provided to the assigned EOP counselors for follow-up. Work closely with counselors/staff ensuring thorough and accurate data maintenance. Initiate and implement enrichment activities for EOP students, in concert with EOP counselors and other student services professionals, and in alignment with campus retention strategies for underserved populations. Develop and maintain contact with community agencies, transfer institutions, and other EOP directors. Complete transfer verifications for other colleges' EOP offices in a timely manner. Prepare annual EOP Summer Institute proposal in accordance with NYS guidelines and campus priorities; oversee the Summer Institute to ensure quality experience for participants and adherence to funding source expectations and budget. Complete all EOP reporting accurately and on time. This includes all NY State Office of Opportunity, all NY State Department of Education, and all OCC reports (budget, semester enrollment, summer, and final reports, monthly contact/progress data). Collaborate with the Institutional Research & Planning office to address any discrepancies in individual operations' data. Submit interim and final reports to supervisor and Financial Services prior to submittal to NYS. Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, university orforeign equivalent in a field appropriate to the area of assignment and five years of related experience, or Master's degree from an accredited college,university orforeign equivalent and four years of relatedexperience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree from an accredited college,university orforeign equivalent in college student personnel, higher education administration, counseling, or closely related field Community College experience Continuing education to remain current in field Five years of supervisory/administrative experience in higher education, including experience with educational support and/or college access programs, or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience with high-needs populations in community college/higher education setting. Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.
Additional Information:
Salary range is:$58,564 - $65,600,commensurate with credentials and relevant experience. Onondaga Community College offers agenerous and competitive benefitspackageincluding:
New York StateLocal Retirement System(pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan(401a). Excellenthealth, dental, and visioninsurance plans(qualifying domestic partner included).
Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.
Application Instructions:
To be considered, please submit aresume,cover letter, copy of licensure and unofficial transcriptsat time of application. Thethree (3) referenceslisted on the application must be professional references, twomust be from a current or former supervisors.Finalists will be notified before references are checked. Offers are contingent on the completion of abackground check, and official transcriptsare required upon hire. Please contacthr@sunyocc.eduif you have questions.
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Job Description:
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is a multifaceted program with the primary mission of supporting historically underrepresented students in their educational pathway, including admission to EOP, transition to college, academic success, retention, and degree completion. The primary responsibility of the Director, EOP is the administration of the EducationalOpportunity Program (EOP), ensuring compliance with the guidelines and policies of the NY State Department of Education, NY State Office of Opportunity Programs, and OCC. The Director collaborates with academic departments, student engagement and enrollment offices. The Director demonstrates a commitment to ensuring that economically and educationally disadvantaged students receive the services needed to accomplish their academic and career goals. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Provide leadership, manage overall planning, and supervise all staff, activities and program development for EOP, including a summer program and orientation program for students and parents. These activities also include, but are not limited to, program design, tutoring, counseling, mentoring, academic advising, and career/transfer advising. Coordinate with the Recruitment and Admissions Office in recruiting and identifying potential EOP students, and coordinate with the Financial Aid Office and Student Accounts on financial eligibility, financial aid and related issues for EOP students. Review prospective EOP students' applications and documentation for EOP admission and determine which applicants are to be accepted within the established parameters including the number of students OCC has contracted to serve. Coordinate with EOP counselors and faculty appropriate advisement and counseling activities for EOP students. Ensure Retention Alert Instructor Reports are obtained and provided to the assigned EOP counselors for follow-up. Work closely with counselors/staff ensuring thorough and accurate data maintenance. Initiate and implement enrichment activities for EOP students, in concert with EOP counselors and other student services professionals, and in alignment with campus retention strategies for underserved populations. Develop and maintain contact with community agencies, transfer institutions, and other EOP directors. Complete transfer verifications for other colleges' EOP offices in a timely manner. Prepare annual EOP Summer Institute proposal in accordance with NYS guidelines and campus priorities; oversee the Summer Institute to ensure quality experience for participants and adherence to funding source expectations and budget. Complete all EOP reporting accurately and on time. This includes all NY State Office of Opportunity, all NY State Department of Education, and all OCC reports (budget, semester enrollment, summer, and final reports, monthly contact/progress data). Collaborate with the Institutional Research & Planning office to address any discrepancies in individual operations' data. Submit interim and final reports to supervisor and Financial Services prior to submittal to NYS. Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, university orforeign equivalent in a field appropriate to the area of assignment and five years of related experience, or Master's degree from an accredited college,university orforeign equivalent and four years of relatedexperience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree from an accredited college,university orforeign equivalent in college student personnel, higher education administration, counseling, or closely related field Community College experience Continuing education to remain current in field Five years of supervisory/administrative experience in higher education, including experience with educational support and/or college access programs, or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience with high-needs populations in community college/higher education setting. Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.
Additional Information:
Salary range is:$58,564 - $65,600,commensurate with credentials and relevant experience. Onondaga Community College offers agenerous and competitive benefitspackageincluding:
New York StateLocal Retirement System(pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan(401a). Excellenthealth, dental, and visioninsurance plans(qualifying domestic partner included).
Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.
Application Instructions:
To be considered, please submit aresume,cover letter, copy of licensure and unofficial transcriptsat time of application. Thethree (3) referenceslisted on the application must be professional references, twomust be from a current or former supervisors.Finalists will be notified before references are checked. Offers are contingent on the completion of abackground check, and official transcriptsare required upon hire. Please contacthr@sunyocc.eduif you have questions.
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