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About College of Environmental Science and Forestry:
Founded in 1911, the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) is the nation's oldest and most respected school dedicated to the study of the environment, developing renewable technologies and building a sustainable future. The ESF main campus is in Syracuse, NY and has regional campuses throughout Central New York and the Adirondack Park. ESF consistently earns high rankings in US News and World Report, Forbes, Peterson's Guide, The Washington Monthly, Princeton Review and other national college guidebooks.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant
Campus Title: Outreach Coordinator
Unit: Open Academy
Professional Rank and Salary Range: SL-3; $55,000+ DOQ
Location: Syracuse, NY
Description of Duties:
SUNY ESF's Open Academy seeks candidates for a full-time calendar-year position. Successful candidates will foster student engagement in STEM and raise the visibility of ESF's academic program opportunities through a series of educational, pipelining, and recruitment programs. The individual in this position will create new relationships as well as grow existing ones with external stakeholders such as K-12 organizations, STEM educators, ESF alumni, and community organizations to develop mutually beneficial opportunities.
ESF and the Open Academy are committed to creating an environment characterized by the exchange of diverse perspectives and reflects all members of the community, both inside and outside the walls of academia. Therefore, we are particularly interested in candidates with a commitment to and evidence of supporting diversity and inclusiveness.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Developing creative and engaging learning experiences focused on broadening the diversity of ESF's applicant pool as well as diversity in ESF's academic programs.
- Growing and maintaining relationships with STEM educators and community organizations by providing creative and engaging classroom experience; assisting educators with STEM development courses and assignments to attract prospective students.
- Establishing a mentorship program that assists ESF students interested in designing and delivering after-school STEM learning exercises in underrepresented communities.
- Assisting in on-campus recruitment efforts such as program webinars, open house visits, high school visits, college fairs, or other activities that target outreach to drive prospective student engagement.
- Re-establishing summer science learning experiences for youth in grades 5-10.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited program
- Degree in s STEM discipline
- Flexible schedule and overnight travel
- Possession of a valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in STEM or education
- At least 2 years of experience working in the area of formal or informal science education.
- Detail-oriented focus with the ability to take initiative, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, particularly in matters relative to sensitive or confidential student records, personnel, or organizational matters.
- Ability to work as part of team in a fast-paced, student-centered environment.
- Strong proficiency in technology including online academic support tools, online learning resources, and content creation applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, professionally, and effectively with individuals from diverse educational, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
- Communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize effectiveness with diverse groups of students, colleagues, and community members.
- Evidence of strong commitment that supports of the College's mission, including that of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Additional Information:
In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY-ESF; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a printed copy of this report by contacting SUNY-ESF University Police at 315-470-6667 or by accessing the following web site: http://www.esf.edu/univpolice/crimereports/2015CampusSecurityFireReport(MainCampus).pdf.
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 at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
SUNY ESF is a Smoke and Tobacco Free campus and is dedicated to providing a healthy and safe environment for the entire campus. For more information you can visit our Tobacco and Smoke Free Policy at https://www.esf.edu/au/documents/ESF Tobacco Free.pdf
SUNY-ESF is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Application Instructions:
Application Procedure: Application materials are required to be submitted on-line. Please provide Cover Letter, Resume, and at least three references (we will not contact references without prior permission).
Application Deadline: Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, candidates should submit their application by April 10, 2023 to insure optimal consideration.
Internal Procedures: UUP-represented employees of ESF desiring consideration under the Advanced Internal Application Procedures should submit application materials on-line and notify the Office of Human Resources that they would like early consideration by March 25, 2022.
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