Location: Farmingdale, NY Category: The Research Foundation Posted On: Tue Mar 25 2025 Job Description: The SUNY Research Foundation at Farmingdale State College (FSC) seeks a full-time Coordinator for the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) to work with historically underrepresented students in STEM majors. The CSTEP Coordinator will work with the Director to ensure that all program contract requirements are satisfied, student enrollment is maintained, and student service provision is effective and in accordance with the grant. The Coordinator will provide personal development, academic, pre-professional and financial aid counseling to an assigned caseload of students. The Coordinator will also assist students in their preparation for internships, research opportunities, and post-graduation plans. They will take the lead in coordinating program components related to the CSTEP mentor and tutoring programs, and serve as the primary liaison for the CSTEP Advisory Board. The CSTEP Coordinator will assist with planning and implementation of group services including workshops, special events, and implementation of the pre-freshman summer orientation program. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the program Director or department Executive Director, as appropriate. More specifically, the Coordinator will: + Assist with recruitment of student applicants and determine eligibility for CSTEP program, as needed. + Meet individually and in small groups with students to provide personal, academic, career guidance, and assist with implementation of intervention plans for struggling students. + Oversee tutoring program and academic support initiatives. + Recruit, train, and supervise peer and professional tutors. + Work collaboratively with campus departments such as Financial Aid, Registrar and academic offices to provide wraparound student services. + Plan and chaperone occasional field trips to STEM industry locations, graduate school visits, annual CSTEP conference, etc. + Assist the Director in securing student research opportunities on and off-campus; supervise research placements. + Develop and implement student development workshops to further student academic, career, and personal growth. This position may require occasional evenings and overnight travel for program events as needed. Job Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling or a related field. + Relevant experience working with historically disadvantaged students within a college opportunity program or another program with a similar mission. + Minimum 3 years of experience with program coordination and implementation focused on supporting student development and success. + Strong organizational and time management skills along with excellent oral and written communication abilities. + Proficiency with social media platforms and Microsoft Office programs including Excel and PowerPoint. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Creative, organized, and motivated individual interested in student development. + Adaptable and able to work with various constituents including college faculty, community stakeholders, etc. Additional Information: This is a full-time Research Foundation position. + Closing date for receipt of applications: Open Until Filled + SALARY: $60,000/year Click here for SUNY RF Benefits Outline (https://www.rfsuny.org/media/rfsuny/forms/benefits\_outline.pdf) SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, familial status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic characteristics/genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, military status or service, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law. The Research Foundation for The State University of New York offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. The Research Foundation for the State University of New York is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. The Research Foundation for the State University of New York operates under a contract with The State University of New York and receives no directly appropriated state funding.