The City University of New York · 1 month ago
Academic Program Coordinator – Arnhold Graduate Dance Education Program (AGDEP)
The City University of New York is seeking an Academic Program Coordinator for the Arnhold Graduate Dance Education Program at Hunter College. This role involves providing administrative support to the program director, managing communication and data, coordinating events, and supervising student volunteers.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Assist the program director with the admission process by communicating with applicants, organizing admissions materials and assisting with student course enrollment
Assist with onboarding adjunct faculty and visiting guest artists
Disseminate accurate programmatic information among current students, alumni, and faculty, responding to inquiries and questions
Manage annual program data needed for reports (e.g., prospective students, scholarship awards, student areas of professional interest, financial and stewardship information, demographic information, contact information)
Track and process payments for programmatic expenses
Build awareness about AGDEP events by creating posters/flyers, posting to social media platforms and responding to all inquiries regarding all events
Plan and coordinate annual AGDEP events including but not limited to the: Welcome Celebration, Pinning Ceremony, Student Scholarship awarding and AGDEP annual concert, yearly NDEO National Conference and annual study abroad trip
Coordinate the NHSDA chapter which includes managing student officers, organizing and recordkeeping of materials for induction and graduation, ordering supplies, holding annual information sessions and ensuring membership stays up to date and in compliance with NHSDA guidelines
Collaborate with Dance Department staff and the Office of the Performing Arts on space, calendar management, and studio reservations
Supervise work-study assistants (if applicable) and student volunteers
Liaise with A/V and ICIT to support and troubleshoot Hunter iDanceEd initiatives and Hyflex technology in the dance studios
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
Preferred
Experience in educational, nonprofit, or higher education institution setting; prior experience in a college or university setting and knowledge of K-12 creative arts education or teacher preparation preferred
Excellent project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
Strong time management and organization skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize activities, work under and meet deadlines, and effectively handle changing priorities
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders and constituents
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent technology skills included proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and online apps and academic systems including Google drive and peoplesoft systems
Benefits
CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.
A range of health plans
Competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans
Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study
Generous paid time off
Extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses
The opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Company
The City University of New York
The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City.
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