Student LEADS Support Specialist (HEOa)

POSITION DETAILS

Position reports to the Director of the CCNY Career and Professional Development Institute (CPDI). The position also supports additional career related activities within CPDI as needed.

Campus Specific Information

• Works one on one or in a group with students enrolled in the CUNY Leads program to assist them with their career development needs
• Supports the Career and Professional Development Institute (CPDI) initiatives through presenting workshops and event support
• Develops relationships with employers to assist the CUNY Leads students with finding job and internship opportunities
• Works collaboratively with other CPDI staff in effort to secure opportunities for the CUNY LEADS students
• Work with the Accessibility Office to recruit and identify students that need the services of CUNY LEADS

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree and experience working in academic, career advisement or job placement functions with students with disabilities preferred. Must have excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills; should demonstrate proficiency in computer and database skills. Prefer experience serving individuals from cross-disability backgrounds and knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act and other key disability legislation.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides students in the CUNY LEADS program with advice and support to make academic and career choices that lead to successful employment outcomes. LEADS stands for "Linking Employment, Academics and Disability Services".

• Recruits CUNY students into the LEADS program based on established criteria
• Coordinates services with other college units including disability and career services offices
• Coordinates services with outside agencies as needed
• Advises students on job readiness and placement, and on linking academic programs to short- and long-term career goals
• Conducts group workshops and provides individualized advice on career skills such as resume writing, interview preparation, advocacy, and disclosure issues
• Develops internship and mentoring opportunities and makes student placements
• Records contacts and activities in CUNY's "Efforts to Outcomes" database
• Applies knowledge of issues and developments in disability-related law (such as the A.D.A.) and in disability advocacy
• Collaborates with other LEADS professionals on University-wide communications and initiatives
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: $76,937 - $79,598. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

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

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CLOSING DATE

April 30, 2025.

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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

Location

City College of New York

About City College of New York (CUNY)

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