Employment Opportunities

POSITION DETAILS:

Chief Information Officer

**POSITION DETAILS**

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens **,** LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020).

Reporting to the Senior Vice President for Administration, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides leadership for information technology resources and services in support of the College's academic mission and related administrative tasks. In particular, the CIO is responsible for researching, recommending, and implementing emerging technologies and creating an environment fostering teaching and learning with technology.

This position plays a key role in the planning, development, implementation, and integration of its information technology policy, resources, and operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for all areas within the Information Technology Department, including project management, instructional computing, administrative computing, telecommunications, user support, network management, web services, database management, and programming. They oversee all central operations in these areas and ensures efficient utilization of available resources and high quality of all support services by maintaining an efficient organizational structure and by providing ongoing IT staff development and training.

The CIO collaborates with key higher-level administrators, to plan and set the direction for all matters involving computer technology campus-wide including voice, video, and data networks and is fiscally responsible and accountable for the central IT budget. The CIO establishes standards and manages the necessary infrastructure to facilitate the exchange of information and to assure appropriate security, connectivity, interoperability, reliability for all centralized IT operations. Key Responsibilities include: the following:

+ Manages the operations of the Office of Information Technology and is responsible for the technological resources of LaGuardia Community to support the academic and administrative programs of the institution within the context of the City University of New York as a whole.

+ Develops an overall IT strategic plan within the context of a multiyear roadmap, to maintain a robust and unified information technology infrastructure, implement an academic and administrative technology strategy, and deliver a maximum return on investment in technology resources.

+ Provides leadership in assessing operational and technology needs, and formulating strategies and work plans to achieve integrated, efficient and cost-effective technology solutions.

+ Implements technology innovations and improvements based on continual assessment of institutional technology needs.

+ Oversees the breadth of core IT functional areas including academic computing, Administrative services (PMO, IT Recruitment, IT Budget & procurement operations, and IT Asset Management), helpdesk/technical support user services (ITSM), enterprise network infrastructure and systems, telecommunications, information security systems, application development, audio-visual and media services, to ensure the stability, reliability and security of the LaGuardia Community College systems, applications, and data.

+ Partners with campus leadership on strategies that will enhance the teaching and learning process, ensure solutions are meeting user needs, and coordinates work efforts with the provost on academic computing and instructional technology strategies.

+ Consults with key stakeholders at the College, and within the CUNY system, to exchange information, present new approaches, and discuss IT policy, equipment and system changes between IT priorities and finance/budget to make sound decisions using transparency, data and IT governance.

+ Provides advice and guidance to management on the emerging challenges in information security faced by academic institutions and leads initiatives to implement strategies to effectively mitigate the risks.

+ Consults with the CUNY Office of Computing and Information Services in implementing procedures and technologies to mitigate cyber security risks and keep sensitive information secure.

+ Effectively manages IT operations and capital budgets, as well as tech fee, ensuring allocations are within appropriations as set forth by University Budget and Planning Operations.

+ Prepares, recommends, and implements budgets for assigned areas, monitors expenditures, assures that human and financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively, and takes necessary actions to ensure compliance with budget limitations, and established fiscal policies.

+ Manages key relationships with IT vendors and service providers. Participates in vendor contract negotiations for new and existing computer equipment, cloud computing and software purchases.

+ Fosters an inclusive work environment for a staff of approximately 50 employees that encourages a culture of high performance focused on improving operations, streamlining work operations, and providing quality customer service.

+ Serves as the LaGuardia’s representative to the CUNY IT Steering Committee.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ A minimum of eight (8) years of progressive leadership experience in information technology, including strategic planning, budgeting, and operational management, preferably in a higher education setting.

+ Proven expertise in managing academic computing technologies, with a deep understanding of user needs in a diverse and dynamic teaching and learning environment.

+ A track record of successfully leading complex IT projects and implementing innovative technology solutions to support institutional goals.

+ Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and service excellence.

+ Strong understanding of IT governance, cybersecurity, and compliance standards in higher education.

+ Proficiency in project management, IT hardware and software systems, network infrastructure, and database administration.

+ Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

+ A BA/BS degree in computer information systems, business administration or management, computer science or a related field. An advanced degree in one of these disciplines is desirable

+ Experience responding to litigation/e-discovery requests

**CUNY TITLE**

Assistant Vice President

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**

$150.000 - $170,000

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**

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

**CLOSING DATE**

June 6th, 2025

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Executive

**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

30266

Location

LaGuardia Community College

POSITION DETAILS:

Finance Specialist - Business Office

**POSITION DETAILS**

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens **,** LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020).Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

The Finance Specialist will report to the Finance Controller and work closely with the Development Office. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Assist with Cash Receipt submodule and General Ledger reconciliations; reconciles batch uploads pertaining to donation revenue; ensures accuracy in both Blackbaud Raisers Edge & Financial Edge Accounting software;

+ Reconciles all cash disbursements including scholarships, stipends, and programmatic expenditures; ensures that entries made in the Financial Edge Accounts Payable submodule is accurately reflected in the General Ledger.

+ Work with the Development Office in reviewing policies and procedures on an annual basis. Revamp processes if necessary, ensuring data integrity;

+ Maintains Standard Operating Procedures Manual and Process Memos pertaining to the accounting department for the LaGuardia Community College Foundation;

+ Prepares monthly financial statements, administrative, departmental and operational reports;

+ Performs year end, quarterly, monthly and ad-hoc analyses;

+ Prepares and uploads all financial information in CUNYfirst;

+ Works directly with auditors - prepare schedules, audit samples, proforma statements etc;

+ Trains and supervises finance accountant, college assistants, and student interns.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with fundraising software such as Blackbaud’s Raisers Edge and Accounting software, such as Blackbaud’s Financial Edge.

Knowledge of gift pledge accounting and endowments.

Experience in a higher education setting preferred.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to explain financial concepts and processes clearly.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines, ability to manage multiple complex tasks and/or projects simultaneously, and ability to maintain composure under pressure.

**CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW**

Coordinates financial matters for a program or department under management direction.

- Maintains financial accounts for income and spending; administers the allocation of funds

- Analyzes spending, income trends and usage to recommend improvements

- Manages the collection of revenue and accounts receivable

- Tracks and maintains financial data to provide fiscal reports to management; produces forecasting projections

- Monitors the financial condition of operating centers to ensure efficient use of resources

- Performs ad hoc reporting and analysis as necessary

- May supervise subordinate staff

- Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Finance Specialist

**CUNY TITLE**

Higher Education Assistant

**FLSA**

Exempt

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**

$52,267 - $86,645

Salary is 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.

**CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 6.09% with additional increases of 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.**

**HOW TO APPLY**

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

**CLOSING DATE**

Open until filled. Resume review will begin after May 19th 2025.

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

**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

30268

Location

LaGuardia Community College

POSITION DETAILS:

CUNY Office Assistant, Level 1 (Provisional) - LaGuardia CARES

**GENERAL DUTIES**

**Assignment Level 1, 2 and 3** - Under supervision, performs office or secretarial work in various units, following relevant departmental, College, and University procedures. Typical duties are outlined below:

Documentation and Information

- Types and prints materials such as letters, memoranda, forms, purchase orders and vouchers, using typewriter/word processor/personal computers and all peripheral equipment.

- Proofreads typed material for accuracy, correcting errors as necessary.

- Uses commercial office software packages in typing, data entry, filing, updating files, and preparing various reports.

- Collects information or data from various sources; files and retrieves books, documents and/or data as needed. Updates existing files.

- Creates filing systems.

- Maintains departmental records; keeps separate confidential records when instructed.

- Retrieves and formats computerized data.

- With proper training, may take dictation and transcribe notes (written or recorded).

- Prepares and proposes various forms, e.g., financial aid applications, personnel papers and other college forms.

Communications and Customer Service

- Provides information, as directed, to faculty, students, employees, and the general public.

- Responds to routine inquires regarding departmental affairs.

- Answers telephone calls; screens incoming calls and forwards/refers calls; assists in maintaining up-to-date mailing and telephone directories.

- Provides receptionist services; sets up appointments; keeps calendars; refers students, faculty, other CUNY employees and general public to proper areas or persons.

- Furnishes information on the department’s rules and regulations, when authorized.

- Assists with arrangements for special events (e.g., conferences, reservations of rooms, travel arrangements, catering services, informing the relevant departments/units, etc.)

- Interviews and supervises College Assistants, College Work Study Students, Student Aides, Summer Interns, Volunteers, etc.

- Assists in training new employees in various office duties/use of office machines.

- Communicates with other academic or administrative departments or outside agencies to expedite the processing of work.

Transaction Processing

- Prepares routine reports, including drafts, using information received from various sources.

- Receives and processes financial transactions following prescribed procedures (e.g., tuition payments, library fines).

- Processes purchase orders and supply orders; verifies deliveries.

- Verifies inventory and supplies reports on request.

- Completes Time & Leave calculations and keeps up-to-date records.

- Assists supervisors in specialized office functions, e.g., fingerprinting, I-9, reference and background checking, unemployment insurance.

- Calculates payroll figures; verifies amounts on financial forms; prepares deposit records; refunds authorizations, and similar documents; keeps related records.

- Makes routine petty cash purchases and disbursements, and maintains petty cash account; keeps necessary records.

- Receives mail for the unit/department/college and distributes it among the proper persons; may sort mail per instructions.

- Prepare the department/unit/college mailings within or outside CUNY, arranging special mail services when authorized.

- Duplicates, collates and distributes materials. Coordinates the work of others to produce and distribute materials; confers with printing department and mailroom personnel as needed.

- Assists in preparing and distributing materials such as recruitment documents.

- Assists in registration activities within the department or as assigned; when authorized, processes drop/add and over tally requests for course registration.

Other

- Performs routine upkeep of office machines, e.g., photocopier, typewriter, computer terminals, printers, fax machines.

- May serve on committees when authorized.

**Assignment Level 4** **-** Under supervision, performs moderately complex office or secretarial work in various units of CUNY. Perform tasks at assignment Level I, at a more complex or responsibility level or with significant expertise and masterly performance.

- May serve as secretary to an executive or to a small group of professional, managerial, or technical personnel.

- Organizes, supervises and coordinates the workload of a moderately complex office, including the supervision of full and part-time office support staff.

- Initiates administrative procedures on behalf of the department.

- Administers a specialized area, requiring unique training and/or experience within a large office.

- Interviews and recommends full and part-time office support staff, including College Assistants and CUNY Office Assistants in Level 1.

- Prepares and compiles complex reports, including simple research and analysis.

- With approval, makes improvements to department forms.

- Develops record-keeping systems.

- Trains office employees and others (as directed) in routine office duties, rules, procedures, etc. and related matters.

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**Levels 1, 2 and 3 are contractual pay steps based on length of employment.** **Employees are not given additional responsibilities when moving from Level 1 to Level 2 or from Level 2 to Level 3.** **However, Assignment Level 4 is an assignment level based on duties performed and is discretionary.**

**CONTRACT TITLE**

CUNY Office Assistant

**FLSA**

Non-exempt

**CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION**

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens **,** LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

LaGuardia CARES is seeking a dedicated and skilled CUNY Office Assistant to manage daily operations, support strategic initiatives, and enhance service delivery for students. This role requires working knowledge and experience in grant reporting, partnership development, and program coordination. The ideal candidate is an experienced administrative coordinator who excels in organization, communication, and leadership while contributing to the overall mission of student success. Reporting to the LaGuardia CARES Director, the CUNY Office Assistant will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

+ Provide administrative support to ensure the smooth daily operations of the CARES office

+ Assist with managing office schedules, coordinating meetings, and maintaining departmental calendars

+ Support the implementation of office policies and procedures to improve workflow

+ Assist with on boarding and training of office staff, volunteers, or student workers as needed

+ Maintain organized records, documents, and compliance with institutional policies

+ Track and order office supplies, ensuring cost-effective procurement

+ Serve as a point of contact for student inquiries, offering guidance on available services

+ Assist with food pantry operations, including inventory tracking and order processing

+ Review and process emergency assistance applications while maintaining confidentiality

+ Provide students with basic guidance on financial aid processes and public benefits applications (e.g., SNAP, childcare, transportation)

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

**Proof of meeting requirements 1 – 4 is needed before the close of a Civil Service Examination filing period. You may be asked to provide proof of meeting these requirements at any time between your application and the close of the filing period.**

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent

2. Two (2) years of experience performing general office work, which may be met by one of the following:

A) Two (2) years of satisfactory, full-time experience performing general office work; **or**

B) One (1) year of satisfactory, full-time experience performing general office work **and** 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university; **or**

C) An associate’s degree or 60 college credits from an accredited college or university.

3. Passage of a qualifying Work Experience Test.

4. **English Language Proficiency** . All candidates must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English Language. English proficiency will be evaluated at the time of interview.

CUNY considers full-time work to be at least 35 hours per week. Part-time experience of at least 20 hours per week may be prorated by half and credited instead of, but not in addition to, full-time experience during the same period (e.g., two month’s related work experience at 20-34 hours per week equate to one month’s full-time related work experience.) Part-time experience of fewer than 20 hours per week will NOT be credited at all.

The high school diploma or its educational equivalent must be approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization. The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

**COMPENSATION**

New Hire: $35,588*

Incumbent: $40,215

*This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.

**BENEFITS**

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

**CLOSING DATE**

May 29th, 2025

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff

**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

30265

Location

LaGuardia Community College

POSITION DETAILS:

CUNY Office Assistant, Level 1 (Provisional) - Development Operations

**GENERAL DUTIES**

**Assignment Level 1, 2 and 3** - Under supervision, performs office or secretarial work in various units, following relevant departmental, College, and University procedures. Typical duties are outlined below:

Documentation and Information

- Types and prints materials such as letters, memoranda, forms, purchase orders and vouchers, using typewriter/word processor/personal computers and all peripheral equipment.

- Proofreads typed material for accuracy, correcting errors as necessary.

- Uses commercial office software packages in typing, data entry, filing, updating files, and preparing various reports.

- Collects information or data from various sources; files and retrieves books, documents and/or data as needed. Updates existing files.

- Creates filing systems.

- Maintains departmental records; keeps separate confidential records when instructed.

- Retrieves and formats computerized data.

- With proper training, may take dictation and transcribe notes (written or recorded).

- Prepares and proposes various forms, e.g., financial aid applications, personnel papers and other college forms.

Communications and Customer Service

- Provides information, as directed, to faculty, students, employees, and the general public.

- Responds to routine inquires regarding departmental affairs.

- Answers telephone calls; screens incoming calls and forwards/refers calls; assists in maintaining up-to-date mailing and telephone directories.

- Provides receptionist services; sets up appointments; keeps calendars; refers students, faculty, other CUNY employees and general public to proper areas or persons.

- Furnishes information on the department’s rules and regulations, when authorized.

- Assists with arrangements for special events (e.g., conferences, reservations of rooms, travel arrangements, catering services, informing the relevant departments/units, etc.)

- Interviews and supervises College Assistants, College Work Study Students, Student Aides, Summer Interns, Volunteers, etc.

- Assists in training new employees in various office duties/use of office machines.

- Communicates with other academic or administrative departments or outside agencies to expedite the processing of work.

Transaction Processing

- Prepares routine reports, including drafts, using information received from various sources.

- Receives and processes financial transactions following prescribed procedures (e.g., tuition payments, library fines).

- Processes purchase orders and supply orders; verifies deliveries.

- Verifies inventory and supplies reports on request.

- Completes Time & Leave calculations and keeps up-to-date records.

- Assists supervisors in specialized office functions, e.g., fingerprinting, I-9, reference and background checking, unemployment insurance.

- Calculates payroll figures; verifies amounts on financial forms; prepares deposit records; refunds authorizations, and similar documents; keeps related records.

- Makes routine petty cash purchases and disbursements, and maintains petty cash account; keeps necessary records.

- Receives mail for the unit/department/college and distributes it among the proper persons; may sort mail per instructions.

- Prepare the department/unit/college mailings within or outside CUNY, arranging special mail services when authorized.

- Duplicates, collates and distributes materials. Coordinates the work of others to produce and distribute materials; confers with printing department and mailroom personnel as needed.

- Assists in preparing and distributing materials such as recruitment documents.

- Assists in registration activities within the department or as assigned; when authorized, processes drop/add and over tally requests for course registration.

Other

- Performs routine upkeep of office machines, e.g., photocopier, typewriter, computer terminals, printers, fax machines.

- May serve on committees when authorized.

**Assignment Level 4** **-** Under supervision, performs moderately complex office or secretarial work in various units of CUNY. Perform tasks at assignment Level I, at a more complex or responsibility level or with significant expertise and masterly performance.

- May serve as secretary to an executive or to a small group of professional, managerial, or technical personnel.

- Organizes, supervises and coordinates the workload of a moderately complex office, including the supervision of full and part-time office support staff.

- Initiates administrative procedures on behalf of the department.

- Administers a specialized area, requiring unique training and/or experience within a large office.

- Interviews and recommends full and part-time office support staff, including College Assistants and CUNY Office Assistants in Level 1.

- Prepares and compiles complex reports, including simple research and analysis.

- With approval, makes improvements to department forms.

- Develops record-keeping systems.

- Trains office employees and others (as directed) in routine office duties, rules, procedures, etc. and related matters.

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**Levels 1, 2 and 3 are contractual pay steps based on length of employment.** **Employees are not given additional responsibilities when moving from Level 1 to Level 2 or from Level 2 to Level 3.** **However, Assignment Level 4 is an assignment level based on duties performed and is discretionary.**

**CONTRACT TITLE**

CUNY Office Assistant

**FLSA**

Non-exempt

**CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION**

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens **,** LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

This position provides budget support to the College’s Development Operations department, which administers the LaGuardia Community College Foundation. Reporting to the Administrative Manager, the CUNY Office Assistant will assist with, but is not limited to, the following duties;

+ Performs general office duties including photocopying, scanning, shredding; responds to inquiries via phone, email and in-person; distributes materials; and other duties as assigned;

+ Supports the planning and controlling of expenses in coordination with the Administrative Manager;

+ Liaises with program leads to process payment requests;

+ Coordinates the purchasing and procurement of supplies;

+ Maintains spreadsheets and collects data;

+ Monitors accounts, fund balances, and financial records.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

**Proof of meeting requirements 1 – 4 is needed before the close of a Civil Service Examination filing period. You may be asked to provide proof of meeting these requirements at any time between your application and the close of the filing period.**

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent

2. Two (2) years of experience performing general office work, which may be met by one of the following:

A) Two (2) years of satisfactory, full-time experience performing general office work; **or**

B) One (1) year of satisfactory, full-time experience performing general office work **and** 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university; **or**

C) An associate’s degree or 60 college credits from an accredited college or university.

3. Passage of a qualifying Work Experience Test.

4. **English Language Proficiency** . All candidates must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English Language. English proficiency will be evaluated at the time of interview.

CUNY considers full-time work to be at least 35 hours per week. Part-time experience of at least 20 hours per week may be prorated by half and credited instead of, but not in addition to, full-time experience during the same period (e.g., two month’s related work experience at 20-34 hours per week equate to one month’s full-time related work experience.) Part-time experience of fewer than 20 hours per week will NOT be credited at all.

The high school diploma or its educational equivalent must be approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization. The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

**COMPENSATION**

New Hire: $35,588*

Incumbent: $40,215

*This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.

**BENEFITS**

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

**CLOSING DATE**

May 25th, 2025

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff

**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

30255

Location

LaGuardia Community College

POSITION DETAILS:

CUNY Office Assistant, Level 1 (Provisional) - Student Affairs

**GENERAL DUTIES**

**Assignment Level 1, 2 and 3** - Under supervision, performs office or secretarial work in various units, following relevant departmental, College, and University procedures. Typical duties are outlined below:

Documentation and Information

- Types and prints materials such as letters, memoranda, forms, purchase orders and vouchers, using typewriter/word processor/personal computers and all peripheral equipment.

- Proofreads typed material for accuracy, correcting errors as necessary.

- Uses commercial office software packages in typing, data entry, filing, updating files, and preparing various reports.

- Collects information or data from various sources; files and retrieves books, documents and/or data as needed. Updates existing files.

- Creates filing systems.

- Maintains departmental records; keeps separate confidential records when instructed.

- Retrieves and formats computerized data.

- With proper training, may take dictation and transcribe notes (written or recorded).

- Prepares and proposes various forms, e.g., financial aid applications, personnel papers and other college forms.

Communications and Customer Service

- Provides information, as directed, to faculty, students, employees, and the general public.

- Responds to routine inquires regarding departmental affairs.

- Answers telephone calls; screens incoming calls and forwards/refers calls; assists in maintaining up-to-date mailing and telephone directories.

- Provides receptionist services; sets up appointments; keeps calendars; refers students, faculty, other CUNY employees and general public to proper areas or persons.

- Furnishes information on the department’s rules and regulations, when authorized.

- Assists with arrangements for special events (e.g., conferences, reservations of rooms, travel arrangements, catering services, informing the relevant departments/units, etc.)

- Interviews and supervises College Assistants, College Work Study Students, Student Aides, Summer Interns, Volunteers, etc.

- Assists in training new employees in various office duties/use of office machines.

- Communicates with other academic or administrative departments or outside agencies to expedite the processing of work.

Transaction Processing

- Prepares routine reports, including drafts, using information received from various sources.

- Receives and processes financial transactions following prescribed procedures (e.g., tuition payments, library fines).

- Processes purchase orders and supply orders; verifies deliveries.

- Verifies inventory and supplies reports on request.

- Completes Time & Leave calculations and keeps up-to-date records.

- Assists supervisors in specialized office functions, e.g., fingerprinting, I-9, reference and background checking, unemployment insurance.

- Calculates payroll figures; verifies amounts on financial forms; prepares deposit records; refunds authorizations, and similar documents; keeps related records.

- Makes routine petty cash purchases and disbursements, and maintains petty cash account; keeps necessary records.

- Receives mail for the unit/department/college and distributes it among the proper persons; may sort mail per instructions.

- Prepare the department/unit/college mailings within or outside CUNY, arranging special mail services when authorized.

- Duplicates, collates and distributes materials. Coordinates the work of others to produce and distribute materials; confers with printing department and mailroom personnel as needed.

- Assists in preparing and distributing materials such as recruitment documents.

- Assists in registration activities within the department or as assigned; when authorized, processes drop/add and over tally requests for course registration.

Other

- Performs routine upkeep of office machines, e.g., photocopier, typewriter, computer terminals, printers, fax machines.

- May serve on committees when authorized.

**Assignment Level 4** **-** Under supervision, performs moderately complex office or secretarial work in various units of CUNY. Perform tasks at assignment Level I, at a more complex or responsibility level or with significant expertise and masterly performance.

- May serve as secretary to an executive or to a small group of professional, managerial, or technical personnel.

- Organizes, supervises and coordinates the workload of a moderately complex office, including the supervision of full and part-time office support staff.

- Initiates administrative procedures on behalf of the department.

- Administers a specialized area, requiring unique training and/or experience within a large office.

- Interviews and recommends full and part-time office support staff, including College Assistants and CUNY Office Assistants in Level 1.

- Prepares and compiles complex reports, including simple research and analysis.

- With approval, makes improvements to department forms.

- Develops record-keeping systems.

- Trains office employees and others (as directed) in routine office duties, rules, procedures, etc. and related matters.

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**Levels 1, 2 and 3 are contractual pay steps based on length of employment.** **Employees are not given additional responsibilities when moving from Level 1 to Level 2 or from Level 2 to Level 3.** **However, Assignment Level 4 is an assignment level based on duties performed and is discretionary.**

**CONTRACT TITLE**

CUNY Office Assistant

**FLSA**

Non-exempt

**CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION**

**LaGuardia Community College**

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens **,** LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

The CUNY Office Assistant is responsible for monitoring the front desk operations, greeting guests and upholding confidentiality and professionalism in dealing with sensitive situations. In addition, they will ensure data collection is maintained. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs the CUNY Office Assistant will be responsible, but not limited to, the following duties;

• Welcome and greet students/staff or visitors upon arrival to the Office of the VP of Student Affairs and connect them with the appropriate person/department

• Answer the phone for incoming calls in a timely manner and direct calls to the proper personnel

• Handle confidential documentation including student intake forms

• Generate memos, emails, reports, spreadsheets if needed

• Handle administrative tasks as assigned

• General clerical duties including, but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mail distribution, filing and data entry

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

**Proof of meeting requirements 1 – 4 is needed before the close of a Civil Service Examination filing period. You may be asked to provide proof of meeting these requirements at any time between your application and the close of the filing period.**

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent

2. Two (2) years of experience performing general office work, which may be met by one of the following:

A) Two (2) years of satisfactory, full-time experience performing general office work; **or**

B) One (1) year of satisfactory, full-time experience performing general office work **and** 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university; **or**

C) An associate’s degree or 60 college credits from an accredited college or university.

3. Passage of a qualifying Work Experience Test.

4. **English Language Proficiency** . All candidates must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English Language. English proficiency will be evaluated at the time of interview.

CUNY considers full-time work to be at least 35 hours per week. Part-time experience of at least 20 hours per week may be prorated by half and credited instead of, but not in addition to, full-time experience during the same period (e.g., two month’s related work experience at 20-34 hours per week equate to one month’s full-time related work experience.) Part-time experience of fewer than 20 hours per week will NOT be credited at all.

The high school diploma or its educational equivalent must be approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization. The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

**OTHER QUALIFICATIONS**

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Knowledge of CUNYfirst and Microsoft Office.

+ Exceptional customer service and communication skills; bilingual in Spanish a plus.

+ Detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-pace office environment

+ Professional phone manner and strong work ethic.

+ Superior organizational skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner

**COMPENSATION**

New Hire: $35,588*

Incumbent: $40,215

*This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.

**BENEFITS**

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

**CLOSING DATE**

May 24th, 2025

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff

**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

30247

Location

LaGuardia Community College

POSITION DETAILS:

Adjunct Lecturer - Industrial Design (Multiple Positions)

**FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT**

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York/CUNY. LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree and certificate programs, as well as dozens of workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 25,000 students. More than one-third of our degree-seeking students were born outside of the United States, coming to LaGuardia from 136 countries and speaking forty-three heritage languages. More than half are first-generation college students. Sixty-nine percent live in Queens; the rest live in Brooklyn and beyond. Approximately two-thirds of our degree students receive financial aid. Since forty-five percent of them identify as Hispanic, the US Department of Education has designated LaGuardia a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

The Industrial Design Program at LaGuardia Community College is growing and seeks adjunct industrial design lecturers to support and maintain this growth in studio practices, workshop and modelmaking techniques, C.A.D, C.A.M and digital prototyping. This relatively new industrial design associate degree program is focused on teaching students' foundation industrial design technology skills that will help prepare them for entry into industrial design employment and/or transfer to senior colleges to continue their studies. We are looking for a broad range of design experiences across various lecturing positions for the design courses listed in our industrial design degree map. We are interested in industrial design lecturers who are focused on teaching students how to develop a human-centered design process, develop compelling product solutions and apply their technical and creative skills to build an exciting visual story about their ideas and designs. We currently have a great need for industrial design lecturers skilled in traditional and digital workshop practices, industrial design studio process and digital prototyping using Arduino and/or Raspberry Pi platforms and technologies.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the field of industrial design is required for this position. A graduate degree in industrial design is highly preferred.

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in industrial design corporate environments, industrial design consulting environments or a combination of.

• A minimum of 1 years of university level teaching experience (full-time or aggregate adjunct teaching) in industrial design.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience and proficiency in freehand and digital sketching, craft modelmaking and product prototyping, 2.D. and 3.D. design software applications including Sketchbook Pro, Adobe CS, Rhino 3.D., Solidworks, photorealistic rendering and animation.

• Thorough knowledge of materials & manufacturing processes used in the development, prototyping and production of consumer products.

• Familiarity and experience working with design and manufacturing equipment including 3.D. printers, laser cutters, C.N.C. routers, vacuum formers, table saws, lathes, sanders, drill press, power tools and all associated workshop equipment used for product prototyping and design development.

• Knowledge and experience of sustainable practices and environmental materials applications in the product development process.

• Experience in conducting and interpreting user research, consumer focus group research and business metrics into the product development process.

• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to meet deadlines effectively.

• Interdisciplinary design education and experience.

• Knowledge of entrepreneurship and coaching start-up companies and business teams.

• First Aid and advanced safety workshop training.

• A successful track record of bringing products to market from the product research phase through retail sales.

• Experience working with culturally diverse populations.

• Knowledge of robotics, human factors and smart home technologies, Arduino or similar microcontroller software.

• Research methods in design thinking and application in the product development process.

• Ability to recognize and promote design as a tool for social, environmental and economic change towards improving the human condition.

**COMPENSATION**

Adjunct Lecturer: $91.67/hr

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

**CLOSING DATE**

Open Until Filled. Review of resumes will begin after May 1st, 2025.

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

**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

30190

Location

LaGuardia Community College

POSITION DETAILS:

Financial Aid Specialist - Student Financial Services (Multiple Positions)

**POSITION DETAILS**

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York/CUNY. LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree and certificate programs, as well as dozens of workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 25,000 students. More than one-third of our degree-seeking students were born outside of the United States, coming to LaGuardia from 136 countries and speaking forty-three heritage languages. More than half are first-generation college students. Sixty-nine percent live in Queens; the rest live in Brooklyn and beyond. Approximately two-thirds of our degree students receive financial aid. Since forty-five percent of them identify as Hispanic, the US Department of Education has designated LaGuardia a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

Under the directions from the Financial Aid Manager, the Financial Aid Specialist will provide specialized assistance to students applying for federal, state and institutional aid. The Financial Aid Specialist will, in addition to the CUNY Title Overview, perform the following:

- Perform functions required for the compliance and administration of th e Federal Title IV financial aid programs (Pell, FSEOG, FWS and Direct Loans), including Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), and Professional Judgments.

Perform functions required for the compliance and administration of the New York State Aid Programs (TAP, Excelsior, PTAP, APTS) for degree and non-degree eligible students.

- Perform Title IV verification for students selected by the Federal government (includes income verification, default issues verifying immigration status, etc.) to ensure the accuracy of data reported to the Department of Education.

- Assist with the quality assurance and program compliance of one of the Federal Title IV financial aid programs (Pell, FSEOG, FWS and Direct Loans), including Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), Professional Judgments, and Return to Title IV (R2T4);

-Communicate program activities, deadlines, Title IV payroll schedule to on and off-campus departmental supervisors;

-Conduct program orientations, and financial literacy workshops for students and departmental supervisors;

-Assist departmental supervisors with creating FWS job descriptions, posting and hiring of FWS students;

-Review daily reports to ensure FWS student records are updated in CUNYFirst and NexGen as needed;

-Identify and analyze rejected data and take appropriate action to resolve issues in the processing of the bi-weekly student payroll for federal programs;

-Ensure that the office adheres to FWS compliance with labor, federal and state tax regulations, and Federal Student Aid program requirements;

-Assist in processing, disbursing and resolving Federal Title IV program and payment issues;

-Assist in preparation of various management reports;

-Participate in monthly university-wide student loan or work-study meetings as assigned;

- Conduct internal quality control reviews and assessments to review compliance with federal, state, and university policies and procedures.

- Represent the department on and off campus as requested.

- Update appropriate databases and software as needed.

- Recommend and present training sessions, workshops, and webinars for the purpose of reducing workload processing errors and improving accuracy of work output.

- Develop and prepare training sessions based on findings of assessment review and analysis.

- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience working in higher education.

+ Experience with CUNYFirst system or PeopleSoft, including running queries.

+ Knowledge of federal and state financial aid programs, and regulations.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

+ Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

+ Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred.

**CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW**

Administers and supervises financial aid programs and operations.

- Reviews contracts, disbursements, tuition and fees; validates student eligibility for various programs

- Administers, monitors and troubleshoots CUNY financial aid systems as well as Federal and NY State systems in order to ensure integrity of student databases and timely and accurate delivery of funds

- Assists CUNY staff, applicants, and students/families with advice on financial aid issues and eligibility

- May review and reconcile student payroll processing

- Represents the Financial Aid function at Admissions events; works with academic departments as well as Bursar, Registrar, Admissions and Computing offices to assure staff understand and implement financial aid processes correctly

- Assists in the development and evaluation of Admissions processes

- Prepares documentation, instructions, and materials in various media to support financial aid activities

- Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Financial Aid Specialist

**CUNY TITLE**

Higher Education Assistant

**FLSA**

Exempt

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**

$52,267 - $72,667

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**

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

**CLOSING DATE**

Open until filled.

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

**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

29217

Location

LaGuardia Community College