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Development Partnerships Director (HEO) -   Provost Office (Career Outcomes)

POSITION DETAILS

The Director of Partnerships will lead the development and implementation of strategic partnerships with employers and other external stakeholders. The Director of Partnerships will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and securing new opportunities for collaboration with large employers in the NYC ecosystem that lead to sustainable hiring pipelines for the College’s students to internships and post-graduate employment. The Director will report to the Dean of Academic Innovation and Outcomes and support the “HunterWorks” initiative by developing more career opportunities for students to connect to.

In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Director of Partnerships will be responsible for the following duties:

· Develop and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy that supports the college's strategic goals and priorities regarding student career outcomes.

· Research and identify potential NYC-based partners from various sectors - such as industry, government, and non-profit - and establish and maintain effective relationships with them.

· Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, contracts, and proposals that meet the college's standards and expectations.

· Coordinate and collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as faculty, staff, students, alumni, and administrators, to ensure alignment and integration of partnership activities and initiatives.

· Monitor and evaluate the performance and impact of partnerships and provide regular reports and feedback to the college leadership and partners.

· Represent the college at external events and meetings and promote the college's brand and reputation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience, with equivalent combination of five years of relevant experience in the areas of partnership development or business development required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Demonstrated success in developing and managing strategic partnerships with diverse, external stakeholders.

· Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

· Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

· Strong experience in navigating higher education structures and academic culture.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Develops, implements, and directs partnerships between College and external sponsors (such as public agengies, private business, philanthropic, and community organizations) to enhance academic programs and student success.

• Identifies, cultivates and oversees the acquisition of potential partners; builds relationships and develops partnership concepts

• Collaborates with faculty, administrators, and external partners to design, implement, evaluate and enhance partnerships

• Coordinates efforts within College and University to promote and integrate partnerships into academic and service learning programs (through internships/externships, mentoring, scholarships, and related activities)

• Creates case statements and proposals to solicit and secure funding

• Collects data for, reviews, and reports on the success and impact of partnership programs

• Manages an office of professional and/or administrative staff

• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience. ($107,789 - $119,995)

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

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment. To search for this vacancy, click on SEARCH ALL POSTINGS and in SEARCH JOBS field, enter the Job Opening ID number 28422.

Click on the "APPLY NOW" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.

Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Note, the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters – also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï , –, _ or ç)).

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include:

· Cover Letter

· Resume

· Names and contact information of 3 references

· Upload all documents as ONE single file-- PDF format preferred.

CLOSING DATE

The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on July 1, 2024. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s).

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

28422

Location

Hunter College