ACE Director

Position Summary

The ACE Director will oversee the implementation and management of the Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE) program at SUNY Geneseo. This program is designed to support students in completing their degrees on time by providing comprehensive academic, financial, and personal support. The Director will manage all aspects of the program, ensure fidelity to the established model, and collaborate with SUNY and various college departments to achieve program goals and ensure student success.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, educational psychology, social work, higher education administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in higher education administration, with a focus on student success initiatives and program management.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in data analysis and familiarity with student information and student success software products.
• Demonstrated dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within an educational setting.
• Candidates for this position must be eligible to work in the United States. VISA sponsorship is not offered.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree preferred

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Function 1: Program Leadership and Administration Lead the implementation and coordination of the program, ensuring alignment with SUNY guidelines, policies, and objectives. Carefully monitor program metrics and utilize data to inform decision-making and program management. Formulate and implement local program policies and processes that align with the overarching mission of ACE. Prepare and submit annual and quarterly progress reports detailing program outcomes and performance metrics to campus stakeholders and SUNY leadership.
• Function 2: Staff Supervision and Management Recruit, train, and supervise program staff, fostering a collaborative and student-centered environment.
• Function 3: Fiscal Oversight Manage the program budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and compliance with funding requirements.
• Function 4: Partnership Development Establish and maintain relationships with internal departments (e.g., admissions, financial aid, registrar) and external partners to enhance program effectiveness.
• Function 5: Enrollment and Student Success Develop strategies to meet enrollment targets and support student retention through comprehensive services.