: Title: STEP Staff Assistant Director for Science Technology Entry Program Unit: Academic Affairs Salary: $67,000 annual This is a full-time grant-funded position; 5-year term (or whenever funding ceases). ESF is one of the nation's premier colleges focused on the study of the environment, developing renewable technologies, and building a sustainable future. We work to address the Earth's most pressing problems and students come here because they want to be part of the solution. The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the ESF community. This grant provides support to prepare young scholars to step into higher education and STEM fields. Brief Description of Duties: The Assistant Director will coordinate all activities to successfully meet the grant goals, including: Liaison between the NYS Education Department, STEP program, SUNY ESF, faculty and staff, Syracuse City School District and community partners. Responsible for all operations, budgets, program development, evaluation, and supervision. Hire and supervise STEP team members. Leads STEP team management, including the advisory board. Oversee and lead middle and secondary student recruitment and retention efforts. Ensures programming achieves grant project outcomes by organizing and implementing program activities. Prepare and submit reports for NYSED Compliance and internal ESF partners. Maintain accurate budget records and student files for reporting purposes; one-on-one meetings with students to assist with short and long-range educational goals. Provide academic and professional counseling including assistance with college application process for upper-level students Identify students who require additional academic support services. Foster and maintain relationships with high school teachers, guidance counselors, district administrators, business, industry and community partners. Coordinate seminars and programming at ESF that contribute to advancing students' growth. Perform other duties related to the job description as needed

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Required Qualifications: Master's in education or related field At least one (1) year experience in program administration/management or grant administration, and financial management Ability to work with diverse student groups Preferred Qualifications: Master of Science in STEM fields or specifically Environmental Science