Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University’s curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.
Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint “Village on the Erie Canal,” SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo — the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!
SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.
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| Job Summary: |
SUNY Brockport seeks a transformational leader who is a change agent to serve as the Assistant Director for the EOP. The position reports to the EOP Director and has the overall responsibility to provide leadership and oversight with financial aid, recruitment & retention, registration/advising patterns and student mentoring. This individual should have a vested interest to lead EOP student recruitment and retention efforts and action planning, communication plans, serve as primary liaison to Academic Affairs and be ready to provide differing yet sound perspectives to support the office. Should have knowledge and passion for working with students from diverse backgrounds and have in depth knowledge for opportunity programs.
The Assistant Director will collaborate closely across all divisions at the university, especially Enrollment Management and Student Affairs units. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison to varying Enrollment Management – EM – departments such as, financial aid, registration and records and undergraduate admissions, academic success center – which houses Talon Academy & Success Initiatives, student accessibility. This individual should be eager to explore and implement creative student-centered solutions to achieve significant accomplishments in a dynamic higher education environment. The Assistant Director of EOP will strive to help the University to reach enrollment goals. |
| Minimum Qualifications: |
- Master’s degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university.
- Demonstrated experience in a leadership role in Opportunity Programs, advisement, financial aid, and/or an enrollment-related department.
- Minimum of three years of experience working in higher education.
- Progressively responsible leadership experience at a college or university.
- Experience in supervision of professional staff.
- Demonstrated experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
- Experience working with a CRM, such as Slate.
- Strong personnel management skills including team development, strategic planning, the ability to manage multiple functions, and organize institution resources to meet goals and objectives.
- Ability to foster an environment of exemplary professionalism and commitment among staff to build strong working relationships with other university departments.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Two or more years of experience in a leadership role in an opportunity program.
- Experience working collaboratively across varying constituents within higher education – enrollment management, student, and academic affairs.
- Experience in evaluating, selecting, and implementing emerging technologies that support the processes within EOP/or enrollment areas.
- Professional experience working in SUNY.
- Experience with Slate, Banner, MS Teams, and/or other relevant technology.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, statutes, campus processes, and awareness of law and policy proposals affecting EOP/opportunity programs.
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| Work Schedule: |
Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm |
| Salary and Benefits: |
Minimum starting salary - $73,581
Benefits eligible; Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport! This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.
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| Application Instructions: |
Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references. |
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Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.
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Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.
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New York State Executive Order:
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
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Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
Diversity Statement:
SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.
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Reasonable Accommodations:
SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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| SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University. |
