Research Foundation CUNY
Job Title: Director of LMAC Center
PVN ID: LA-2510-007071
Category: Instruction and Social Service
Location: LAGUARDIA C. C.
Job Description
General Description
The LaGuardia MWBE Advancement Center (LMAC) is part of the Adult and Continuing Education Division, Business Services at LaGuardia Community College. The Center was created to strengthen opportunities for Minority-and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs) by delivering cohort-based and specialized training programs.
LMAC equips businesses with the skills required to meet New York's procurement and compliance standards. Training covers financial management, bonding, prevailing wage law, project labor agreements, contract administration, workforce management, and strategies for building relationships with procurement officers, construction managers, and prime contractors.
Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Business Services, the Director of the LaGuardia MWBE Advancement Center (LMAC) provides overall leadership and management of the Center. The Director provides leadership for MWBE and SDVOB training programs administered under LaGuardia's Business Services, including multi-week cohort programs and specialized initiatives designed to prepare businesses to meet New York's procurement and compliance standards.
The Director is responsible for program planning, delivery, and evaluation, ensuring that training addresses key areas such as financial management, bonding, prevailing wage law, project labor agreements, contract administration, workforce management, and strategies for building relationships with procurement officers, construction managers, and prime contractors. In addition to overseeing the program, the Director leads the Center's funding strategy and initiatives. This includes identifying, writing, and securing grants, building partnerships with public and private stakeholders, and developing fee-based training opportunities to sustain and expand the Center's reach.
The Director represents the Center in its work with external partners and industry stakeholders, advancing LaGuardia’s role in expanding opportunities for MWBE and SDVOB businesses and contributing to inclusive economic growth in New York. In addition, the Director works closely with other programs within LaGuardia’s Business Services, including the APEX Accelerator, Small Business Development Center, Small Business Transportation Resource Center, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, and PowerUp2030—to coordinate efforts and maximize resources for the businesses served.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership and Management
Provide overall strategic direction for LMAC, developing and implementing short- and long-term plans to achieve the Center's mission and objectives
Manage the Center's budget, resources, and staff effectively
Ensure programs and services align with LaGuardia Community College's mission and values
Collaborate with college departments and business service programs to maximize impact and leverage resources
Develop and oversee quality assurance measures to ensure program effectiveness
Program Development and Implementation
Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of MWBE and SDVOB training programs, including multi-week cohorts and specialized initiatives
Work with subject matter experts, partners, and stakeholders to create and deliver high-quality training
Assess and improve program effectiveness based on data-driven insights and participant feedback
Ensure programs integrate effectively with LaGuardia's broader business support ecosystem
Funding and Sustainability
Lead the Center’s funding strategy to ensure long-term growth and stability
Identify, write, and secure grants from government, corporate, and philanthropic sources to sustain Center operations
Develop and implement fee-based training opportunities to diversify revenue streams
Build and maintain partnerships with funders, agencies, and industry stakeholders to expand financial support
Develop multi-year funding plans aligned with the Center’s strategic goals and LaGuardia’s Business Services priorities
Ensure full compliance with grant requirements, deliverables, and reporting obligations
Represent the Center to funders and position it as a partner of choice for MWBE and SDVOB training initiatives
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, prime contractors, financial institutions, and community organizations
Develop strategic partnerships to expand the Center's reach and resources
Serve as the primary liaison between the Center, LaGuardia administration, and external partners
Represent the Center at industry events, conferences, and community forums
Outreach and Community Engagement
Lead outreach efforts to recruit and engage MWBE and SDVOB businesses
Develop and implement marketing and communication strategies to promote training programs and highlight participant success
Coordinate outreach with other business service programs to maximize reach and efficiency
Team Leadership and Development
Supervise and mentor the Center's staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
Provide staff members with professional development opportunities
Promote cross-program collaboration and knowledge sharing among business services staff
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
Establish KPIs and metrics to measure impact and success
Oversee data collection and analysis to track outcomes and participant progress
Prepare and present reports to the Assistant Dean, college administration, advisory board, and stakeholders
Contribute to collegewide reporting on business support initiatives and their collective impact
Other Duties
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field and a minimum of 7-10 years of leadership experience in business development, procurement, contracting, or related sectors required. Master’s degree preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of MWBE and SDVOB requirements in New York State, including bonding, compliance, prevailing wage law, project labor agreements, and contract administration
Proven success in grant writing and securing external funding
Strong ability to design and manage training or professional development programs for businesses
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining partnerships with government agencies, industry, and community organizations
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both small and large groups
Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and oversee complex programs
Proficiency with MS Office tools; ability to learn new tools (e.g., Salesforce, data analytics software)
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in economic and workforce development
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends
Appointments are subject to availability of funding and satisfactory performance. This is an in-person position with the option of some remote work.
About LaGuardia Community College
Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.
Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.
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About the Research Foundation
The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges.
RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Key Features
Department Business Services
Status Full Time
Annual Salary Range $100,000.00 - $150,000.00
Closing Date Dec 17, 2025 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit No
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PVN ID: LA-2510-007071
Category: Instruction and Social Service
Location: LAGUARDIA C. C.
Job Description
General Description
The LaGuardia MWBE Advancement Center (LMAC) is part of the Adult and Continuing Education Division, Business Services at LaGuardia Community College. The Center was created to strengthen opportunities for Minority-and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs) by delivering cohort-based and specialized training programs.
LMAC equips businesses with the skills required to meet New York's procurement and compliance standards. Training covers financial management, bonding, prevailing wage law, project labor agreements, contract administration, workforce management, and strategies for building relationships with procurement officers, construction managers, and prime contractors.
Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Business Services, the Director of the LaGuardia MWBE Advancement Center (LMAC) provides overall leadership and management of the Center. The Director provides leadership for MWBE and SDVOB training programs administered under LaGuardia's Business Services, including multi-week cohort programs and specialized initiatives designed to prepare businesses to meet New York's procurement and compliance standards.
The Director is responsible for program planning, delivery, and evaluation, ensuring that training addresses key areas such as financial management, bonding, prevailing wage law, project labor agreements, contract administration, workforce management, and strategies for building relationships with procurement officers, construction managers, and prime contractors. In addition to overseeing the program, the Director leads the Center's funding strategy and initiatives. This includes identifying, writing, and securing grants, building partnerships with public and private stakeholders, and developing fee-based training opportunities to sustain and expand the Center's reach.
The Director represents the Center in its work with external partners and industry stakeholders, advancing LaGuardia’s role in expanding opportunities for MWBE and SDVOB businesses and contributing to inclusive economic growth in New York. In addition, the Director works closely with other programs within LaGuardia’s Business Services, including the APEX Accelerator, Small Business Development Center, Small Business Transportation Resource Center, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, and PowerUp2030—to coordinate efforts and maximize resources for the businesses served.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership and Management
Provide overall strategic direction for LMAC, developing and implementing short- and long-term plans to achieve the Center's mission and objectives
Manage the Center's budget, resources, and staff effectively
Ensure programs and services align with LaGuardia Community College's mission and values
Collaborate with college departments and business service programs to maximize impact and leverage resources
Develop and oversee quality assurance measures to ensure program effectiveness
Program Development and Implementation
Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of MWBE and SDVOB training programs, including multi-week cohorts and specialized initiatives
Work with subject matter experts, partners, and stakeholders to create and deliver high-quality training
Assess and improve program effectiveness based on data-driven insights and participant feedback
Ensure programs integrate effectively with LaGuardia's broader business support ecosystem
Funding and Sustainability
Lead the Center’s funding strategy to ensure long-term growth and stability
Identify, write, and secure grants from government, corporate, and philanthropic sources to sustain Center operations
Develop and implement fee-based training opportunities to diversify revenue streams
Build and maintain partnerships with funders, agencies, and industry stakeholders to expand financial support
Develop multi-year funding plans aligned with the Center’s strategic goals and LaGuardia’s Business Services priorities
Ensure full compliance with grant requirements, deliverables, and reporting obligations
Represent the Center to funders and position it as a partner of choice for MWBE and SDVOB training initiatives
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, prime contractors, financial institutions, and community organizations
Develop strategic partnerships to expand the Center's reach and resources
Serve as the primary liaison between the Center, LaGuardia administration, and external partners
Represent the Center at industry events, conferences, and community forums
Outreach and Community Engagement
Lead outreach efforts to recruit and engage MWBE and SDVOB businesses
Develop and implement marketing and communication strategies to promote training programs and highlight participant success
Coordinate outreach with other business service programs to maximize reach and efficiency
Team Leadership and Development
Supervise and mentor the Center's staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
Provide staff members with professional development opportunities
Promote cross-program collaboration and knowledge sharing among business services staff
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
Establish KPIs and metrics to measure impact and success
Oversee data collection and analysis to track outcomes and participant progress
Prepare and present reports to the Assistant Dean, college administration, advisory board, and stakeholders
Contribute to collegewide reporting on business support initiatives and their collective impact
Other Duties
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field and a minimum of 7-10 years of leadership experience in business development, procurement, contracting, or related sectors required. Master’s degree preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of MWBE and SDVOB requirements in New York State, including bonding, compliance, prevailing wage law, project labor agreements, and contract administration
Proven success in grant writing and securing external funding
Strong ability to design and manage training or professional development programs for businesses
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining partnerships with government agencies, industry, and community organizations
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both small and large groups
Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and oversee complex programs
Proficiency with MS Office tools; ability to learn new tools (e.g., Salesforce, data analytics software)
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in economic and workforce development
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends
Appointments are subject to availability of funding and satisfactory performance. This is an in-person position with the option of some remote work.
About LaGuardia Community College
Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.
Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.
RFCUNY Benefits RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals (https://www.rfcuny.org/rfwebsite/media/0zrcgdyw/rfcuny-benefits-at-a-glance-ft-2025-project-employee.pdf)
About the Research Foundation
The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges.
RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Key Features
Department Business Services
Status Full Time
Annual Salary Range $100,000.00 - $150,000.00
Closing Date Dec 17, 2025 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit No
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