About Fashion Institute of Technology:

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York and an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, invites nominations and applications for an Executive Director of Pre-college Programs.

Job Description:

The position of Executive Director of Pre-college Programs is within the Division of Academic Affairs and is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of FIT's Pre-college Programs. The mission of pre-college programs is to introduce high school students to the specialized curriculum of FIT. These programs will expose students to the creative fields and allow them to test their interests and talents while giving them the opportunity to sample the college experience. The programs are offered primarily in the Summer with some shorter programming on Saturdays during the academic year. In addition, there are scholarships available through the Social Justice Center for eligible middle and high school students.

This position is responsible for coordinating the many facets of FIT's pre-college programs, and growing and expanding the repertoire of courses and the audiences we reach to enroll in the program offerings. Responsibilities range from the planning/execution of all academic pre-college programming, including identifying and hiring instructors, to coordinating pre-college operations such as marketing, communications, registration, and financial management. Special attention will be required to develop a pipeline of opportunities for students eligible for scholarships through the Social Justice Center. Similarly, coordination with the Office of Admissions, in particular the recruitment team, will be required to ensure that the pre-college experience builds a pathway to pursue additional pre-college programming and ultimately enrollment at FIT.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Manages and leads all Pre-college Programs in collaboration with the Office of Academic Affairs and the Office of the President including planning, implementing, and assessing outreach efforts to meet FIT's mission and strategic initiatives, with a focus on the Social Justice Center needs.
• Leads the planning and implementation of current pre-college offerings as well as the recruitment outreach to new audiences and expanded curricular areas. Travels to various locations to recruit high school students.
• Collaborates with academic departments and other stakeholders to identify strategic opportunities and implement innovative programs which are responsive to the current needs and interests of precollege students and their families.
• Responsible for managing all budget and fiscal affairs of programs.
• Responsible for employing analytics and tracking mechanisms to report on programming and enrollment metrics, leveraging data to ensure expectations are being met and continuously improving programs.
• Supervises a professional team to provide daily operational support for the office, the programs, and the faculty and staff. Ensures coordination of sensitive and urgent items and that the office is providing exceptional service to students and families.
• Works with the Communications and External Relations department in developing marketing strategies; ensures that pre-college programs are represented in admissions communications.
• In coordination with the Admissions office and Registrar, designs and implements workflow process for student recruitment and enrollment, with an emphasis on admission application/portfolio development, marketing and communications strategy and materials, admissions processing, and reporting and analysis.
• Develops and maintains the policy and procedures handbook and trains staff to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Represents FIT on-campus and off-campus during travel for the institution, recruitment, professional conferences, and related events.
• Attends evening and weekend programs (outside of regular business hours) to support pre-college/admission programs, undergraduate student, and institutional events.
• On-call responsibilities for emergency and non-emergency situations for the Pre-College staff, faculty, students, and their families which may require availability to be on-campus at times during the summer session.
• Must be available to work flexible hours (including evenings and weekends), high volume periods, and be on-call for emergency operating issues.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, business, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible managerial experience.
• Minimum three years of experience in program development and implementation, preferably in a higher education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven experience in developing, leading, and maintaining a business/program strategy and robust promotional programs to support enrollment and customer satisfaction.
• Proven success in managing, motivating, and supporting creative people and building a cohesive team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, listening abilities, and written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use independent judgment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Innovative and creative thinker with passion with demonstrated ability to "get things done" and proactively identify opportunities; is motivated by challenges and opportunities.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and interpretative skills.
• Proficient knowledge of relevant electronic tools and software including Google applications, MS Office suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), etc.

Additional Information:

Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.

Salary

Salary: $125,000 - $135,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Work Schedule

Days/Hours: M-F, 9am-5pm, in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.

• Retirement Plans
• Health Care Plan and Dental Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit Plan
• FIT Tuition Exemption Program
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holidays)
• 4-day Summer Workweek

For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits .

Pay Equity by State Employers

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 .

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. By providing a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability, the FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service status, genetic information, pregnancy, familial status, citizenship status (except as required to comply with law), or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360, .

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements

This position will be required to constantly read and comprehend, occasionally perform calculations, constantly verbally communicate, frequently analyze, and constantly write. The working conditions for this position will be on campus, primarily in an office environment. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, constant standing, occasional bending, frequent walking, and occasionally lifting 10 lbs. or less.

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for the position, you must submit the following documents online:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcript
• A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses

to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application material.

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding his or her application status.

For more information about FIT, please visit FIT's website at: .