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Project Director, Liberty Partnerships Program
Inside Higher Ed, Hempstead, New York, United States
Project Director, Liberty Partnerships Program
Reporting to the Associate Dean/Executive Director, the Project Director will be responsible to the NYS Department of Education for the overall management of the Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) at Hofstra University. The Project Director is the chief administrative officer of the Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP). LPP is a New York State grant‑funded initiative. The Project Director will be responsible for developing plans to meet project goals and for hiring, training, and supervising staff. The director will also manage public relations for the campus and the extended community and establish and maintain an external advisory group to support the program. This is a highly collaborative position that involves establishing and maintaining partnerships with partner school districts, local and regional agencies, university schools and colleges, departments, and similar programs both on and off campus. Serving as an advocate for economically disadvantaged secondary students, the Project Director will utilize systematic evaluations and assessments to achieve project goals. The director will also handle budgeting, complete necessary reports, evaluate staff and supporting personnel, and maintain contact with the New York State Education Department for updates and program compliance.
Responsibilities
Saturday/Summer Scholars’ Academy
Assist with creating master pre‑collegiate classroom schedule, evaluating educational consultants, and scheduling/overseeing team meetings.
Supervise educational consultants and assign substitutes when necessary.
Partner School Collaboration
Manage partner school affiliation to support middle and high school student program enrollment.
Collaborate with the partner school guidance counselor or support personnel to promote program services.
Meet regularly with each partner school to help coordinate student services between the school and the campus.
Budget Management
Help plan and balance budgets throughout the year.
Submit payments and reconcile expenses.
Create consultant contracts, invoices, and settle encumbrances.
Midyear and end‑of‑year reports
Manage student data for the New York State Education Department, creating folders for each program participant.
Coordinate with school site counselor/personnel and campus staff members to manage student enrollment and participation.
Tests Preparation
Assist with planning colloquiums and Regents preparatory activities, including overseeing various related tasks such as booking guest speakers, securing room accommodations, and arranging food and drink services.
Work directly with teachers to organize activities, including curriculum development and procurement of equipment and materials.
Manage New York State Education Department requirements for annual student assessments, collaborating with partner schools.
Recognition Ceremonies
Assist with planning and managing recognition and celebration events for pre‑collegiate students.
Oversee and support the coordination of various program activities, including invitations, student certificates, and teachers’ evaluations.
Student Conferences and College Tours
Provide oversight and coordination of all activities associated with conference preparation for students, including registration, research presentations, hotel accommodations, and travel arrangements, pre‑trip meetings, etc.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) Communications
Maintain contact with the NYSED program officer, attend and actively participate in advisory meetings, and Long Island Region meetings, professional development, and other training opportunities are held annually.
The position includes Saturday hours, travel to local school districts, and occasional overnight obligations for conferences and tours.
This position also includes other duties as assigned and is contingent upon grant funding.
Qualifications
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required.
At least two years of successful administrative experience in educational or social programs are required.
Proven and progressive experience in implementing grant‑funded or similar projects, with goals and objectives, is required.
Excellent verbal and demonstrated written communication skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree in education administration, public administration, social sciences, guidance and counseling, psychology, student personnel services, or a related field is preferred.
Experience with budgeting is also desired.
The candidate should possess extensive experience in database management and be very detail‑oriented.
Knowledge of secondary and postsecondary education programs is highly preferred.
Experience in working with and establishing credibility among low‑income and first‑generation students is preferred.
Open Until Filled
Date Posted: 12/10/2025
EEO Statement Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range $75,000 - $85,000
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Responsibilities
Saturday/Summer Scholars’ Academy
Assist with creating master pre‑collegiate classroom schedule, evaluating educational consultants, and scheduling/overseeing team meetings.
Supervise educational consultants and assign substitutes when necessary.
Partner School Collaboration
Manage partner school affiliation to support middle and high school student program enrollment.
Collaborate with the partner school guidance counselor or support personnel to promote program services.
Meet regularly with each partner school to help coordinate student services between the school and the campus.
Budget Management
Help plan and balance budgets throughout the year.
Submit payments and reconcile expenses.
Create consultant contracts, invoices, and settle encumbrances.
Midyear and end‑of‑year reports
Manage student data for the New York State Education Department, creating folders for each program participant.
Coordinate with school site counselor/personnel and campus staff members to manage student enrollment and participation.
Tests Preparation
Assist with planning colloquiums and Regents preparatory activities, including overseeing various related tasks such as booking guest speakers, securing room accommodations, and arranging food and drink services.
Work directly with teachers to organize activities, including curriculum development and procurement of equipment and materials.
Manage New York State Education Department requirements for annual student assessments, collaborating with partner schools.
Recognition Ceremonies
Assist with planning and managing recognition and celebration events for pre‑collegiate students.
Oversee and support the coordination of various program activities, including invitations, student certificates, and teachers’ evaluations.
Student Conferences and College Tours
Provide oversight and coordination of all activities associated with conference preparation for students, including registration, research presentations, hotel accommodations, and travel arrangements, pre‑trip meetings, etc.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) Communications
Maintain contact with the NYSED program officer, attend and actively participate in advisory meetings, and Long Island Region meetings, professional development, and other training opportunities are held annually.
The position includes Saturday hours, travel to local school districts, and occasional overnight obligations for conferences and tours.
This position also includes other duties as assigned and is contingent upon grant funding.
Qualifications
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required.
At least two years of successful administrative experience in educational or social programs are required.
Proven and progressive experience in implementing grant‑funded or similar projects, with goals and objectives, is required.
Excellent verbal and demonstrated written communication skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree in education administration, public administration, social sciences, guidance and counseling, psychology, student personnel services, or a related field is preferred.
Experience with budgeting is also desired.
The candidate should possess extensive experience in database management and be very detail‑oriented.
Knowledge of secondary and postsecondary education programs is highly preferred.
Experience in working with and establishing credibility among low‑income and first‑generation students is preferred.
Open Until Filled
Date Posted: 12/10/2025
EEO Statement Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range $75,000 - $85,000
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