Administrative Manager - Campus Planning & Construction Management

Medgar Evers College (MEC), a nationally recognized leader in urban-serving education, is one of twenty-five colleges within the dynamic City University New York (CUNY) System. Named for the late civil rights leader, Medgar Wiley Evers (1925-1963), the College's mission is to develop and maintain high quality, professional, career-oriented undergraduate degree programs in the context of liberal education. Located in Central Brooklyn, MEC was established in 1970 with a mandate to meet the educational and social needs of the Central Brooklyn community. The College is committed to a student-centered education and advancing knowledge through scholarly research.

Medgar Evers College is seeking a proactive and experienced Administrative Manager to lead daily operations within our Campus Planning & Construction Management team. This pivotal role supports a safe, efficient, and innovative campus through strategic planning, capital project management, and team leadership.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Superintendent, key responsibilities will include:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Campus Planning & Construction Management Department.
• Oversee space tracking and reporting using CUNY’s Archibus Space Console System.
• Coordinate capital projects with CUNY, DASNY, and external project managers.
• Manage in-house renovations, office relocations, and vendor coordination.
• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and service improvements.
• Recommend facility upgrades to support campus life and institutional goals.
• Prepare, manage and monitor departmental budgets, expenditures, and operational reports.
• Maintain accurate records, inventories and documentation for internal use.
• Supervise, train, and schedule facilities personnel in coordination with HR.
• Represent the department in meetings while actively communicating with stakeholders and keeping the campus community informed about ongoing projects and any disruptions to daily activities.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and six years' relevant experience required.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Manages administrative and program activities of an academic or administrative unit.

• Manages administrative aspects of department operations such as admissions, recruitment, scheduling, facilities management, and events.
• Serves as Office Manager, supervising and training staff, managing financial operations and budgets, and coordinating technology, equipment, security, and building maintenance requirements.
• Represents management in meetings and activities related to department administration.
• Maintains archives, inventories, or collections of materials or records needed by the department.
• Works with fund-raising, marketing, technology, and other personnel to provide information and participate in Campus or University-wide initiatives.
• Collect information for, produce, and distribute department reports covering program, fiscal, and human resources issues
• Independently carries out unit activities such as approvals, student interactions, and participation in campus- or university-wide committees and projects.

Job Title Name: Administrative Manager

CUNY TITLE: Higher Education Associate

FLSA: Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience. $91,922 - $110,394

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: September 2, 2025