The City University of New York
Industry Employment Specialist, CUNY Inclusive Economy Initiative (HEO assistant
The City University of New York, New York, New York, us, 10261
Industry Employment Specialist, CUNY Inclusive Economy Initiative (HEO assistant) - Chemistry
The City University of New York
POSITION DETAILS The Office of Careers & Industry Partnerships (OCIP) at the City University of New York seeks Industry and Employer Engagement Specialists to identify career opportunities and grow hiring pipelines for CUNY students and graduates. Specialists will engage with employers in defining workforce needs, identifying hiring challenges and opportunities, specifying skills and proficiencies needed to fill available roles, and exploring partnerships to help grow New York’s emerging industries.
Industry Specialists under the title of Higher Officer Assistant (HEOa) will serve as Lehman External‑Facing Partnership Liaison for the Department of Chemistry at Lehman College. The Industry Employment Specialists will report directly to the Chair of the Department of Chemistry and will collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to bolster student preparation and assist faculty in aligning curriculum to reflect changing and current industry trends and/or needs. This program is funded through June 2026 and subject to renewal.
Build a Community
Secure partnerships with employers offering paid internship, clinical placement, and full‑time job opportunities to students with target majors
Continuously cultivate and grow employer relationships
Share employment opportunities and, where appropriate, refer qualified students to employers for specific roles.
Establish a Peer Network
Coordinate with other industry specialists, campus career offices and CUNY leadership to maximize industry partnerships benefiting the campus and to learn about student and employer needs.
Create Pathways
Secure paid internships and full‑time job offers within target majors for our newest graduates.
Communicate And Improve
Share knowledge with faculty, advisors, and the broader campus to encourage alignment with in‑demand skills
Participate in CUNY‑wide training and events and utilize common tools deployed across the initiative.
College and Department Context The Department of Chemistry is currently housed in the School of Natural Science and Social Science (NSS) focusing on sectors related to the basic science of climate resilience and serving majors in STEM, including interdisciplinary programs such as Anthropology/Biology/Chemistry, Biological Science, Chemistry, and Environmental Sciences. The department has over 800 majors.
The Lehman College campus is located in the Bronx, New York and is a Senior College within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. Lehman is the only four‑year public college in the Bronx and is recognized as a Hispanic‑serving Institution. The college serves mainly undergraduate students preparing for employment, the professions and further study.
Climate, health, and technology are industries with the highest job growth potential, aligning with our current academic tracks. The combination of disciplines provides a “bench to bedside approach” where students in Healthcare, STEM, and Computer Science majors are exposed to theory and laboratory concepts that prepare them for internships and future high‑paying jobs.
CUNY Title Overview
Acts as liaison between the College and employer sponsors, monitoring the success of students’ internship experiences
Supervises student internships, assuring adherence to related College and governmental policies and regulations
Creates and conducts orientation sessions and workshops for students in the internship program; coordinates applications, interviews, and placement as part of overall student outreach
Provides faculty orientation and development related to internship programs
Implements and evaluates competencies and other success factors
Performs related duties as assigned.
CUNY TITLE Higher Education Assistant
FLSA Exempt
Compensation And Benefits $94,909-$109,025. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
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 Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title.
Select “Apply Now” and provide the requested information.
Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).
For Technical Issues Contact the service desk by email: service.desk@cuny.edu.
For Other Questions For questions about the content of any job posting, please contact the Human Resources department: human.resources@lehman.cuny.edu.
CLOSING DATE The review of resumes will begin immediately and continue through mid‑January.
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 31554
Location Lehman College
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The City University of New York
POSITION DETAILS The Office of Careers & Industry Partnerships (OCIP) at the City University of New York seeks Industry and Employer Engagement Specialists to identify career opportunities and grow hiring pipelines for CUNY students and graduates. Specialists will engage with employers in defining workforce needs, identifying hiring challenges and opportunities, specifying skills and proficiencies needed to fill available roles, and exploring partnerships to help grow New York’s emerging industries.
Industry Specialists under the title of Higher Officer Assistant (HEOa) will serve as Lehman External‑Facing Partnership Liaison for the Department of Chemistry at Lehman College. The Industry Employment Specialists will report directly to the Chair of the Department of Chemistry and will collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to bolster student preparation and assist faculty in aligning curriculum to reflect changing and current industry trends and/or needs. This program is funded through June 2026 and subject to renewal.
Build a Community
Secure partnerships with employers offering paid internship, clinical placement, and full‑time job opportunities to students with target majors
Continuously cultivate and grow employer relationships
Share employment opportunities and, where appropriate, refer qualified students to employers for specific roles.
Establish a Peer Network
Coordinate with other industry specialists, campus career offices and CUNY leadership to maximize industry partnerships benefiting the campus and to learn about student and employer needs.
Create Pathways
Secure paid internships and full‑time job offers within target majors for our newest graduates.
Communicate And Improve
Share knowledge with faculty, advisors, and the broader campus to encourage alignment with in‑demand skills
Participate in CUNY‑wide training and events and utilize common tools deployed across the initiative.
College and Department Context The Department of Chemistry is currently housed in the School of Natural Science and Social Science (NSS) focusing on sectors related to the basic science of climate resilience and serving majors in STEM, including interdisciplinary programs such as Anthropology/Biology/Chemistry, Biological Science, Chemistry, and Environmental Sciences. The department has over 800 majors.
The Lehman College campus is located in the Bronx, New York and is a Senior College within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. Lehman is the only four‑year public college in the Bronx and is recognized as a Hispanic‑serving Institution. The college serves mainly undergraduate students preparing for employment, the professions and further study.
Climate, health, and technology are industries with the highest job growth potential, aligning with our current academic tracks. The combination of disciplines provides a “bench to bedside approach” where students in Healthcare, STEM, and Computer Science majors are exposed to theory and laboratory concepts that prepare them for internships and future high‑paying jobs.
CUNY Title Overview
Acts as liaison between the College and employer sponsors, monitoring the success of students’ internship experiences
Supervises student internships, assuring adherence to related College and governmental policies and regulations
Creates and conducts orientation sessions and workshops for students in the internship program; coordinates applications, interviews, and placement as part of overall student outreach
Provides faculty orientation and development related to internship programs
Implements and evaluates competencies and other success factors
Performs related duties as assigned.
CUNY TITLE Higher Education Assistant
FLSA Exempt
Compensation And Benefits $94,909-$109,025. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
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 Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title.
Select “Apply Now” and provide the requested information.
Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).
For Technical Issues Contact the service desk by email: service.desk@cuny.edu.
For Other Questions For questions about the content of any job posting, please contact the Human Resources department: human.resources@lehman.cuny.edu.
CLOSING DATE The review of resumes will begin immediately and continue through mid‑January.
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 31554
Location Lehman College
#J-18808-Ljbffr