Administrative Officer - School of Social Work
POSITION DETAILS
Reporting directly to the Dean, the administrative officer will support various activities and initiatives in the School of Social Work (SSW). Along with the CUNY Title Overview, responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Work alongside the Dean to develop and optimize administrative processes and procedures within the department.
Serve as the primary resource for faculty and administrators regarding SSW and CUNY’s policies & procedures.
Oversee the coordination and planning of staff assignments & staff communications
Liaise with ICIT, Facilities, and public safety, to oversee all technology, facilities and security related matters for the Silberman Campus.
Manage and oversee the administrative process for recruitment/searches, and faculty tenure and promotion reviews.
Provide administrative support to multiple programs within the building as needed, including but not limited to Centro.
Manage all external and internal space rental requests, ensuring proper space optimization and proper adherence to policy and procedures
Alongside the Dean, manage the departmental budget, preparing financial analyses to project and plan for the School of Social Work’s allocation of Tax Levy & Non-Tax Levy resources.
Prepare and distribute financial reports, financial statements, and statistical reports to leadership for critical funding determinations.
Work closely with faculty & staff on projects and events.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree and eight years' relevant experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior Administrative experience in an academic environment, strongly preferred.
Knowledge of State of New York and City University of New York policies, procedures and information systems preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Experience in higher education budget and business operations.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
As a senior staff member in a large academic or administrative department, division, or school, manages operations and administration, participates in planning and setting priorities, and oversees related projects to ensure their success.
Works with management to create short- and long-term business plans, including operational, organization, and financial aspects.
Works with management and others to develop and implement operating policies and procedures.
Manages the ongoing financial, operational, and staffing activities of the department.
Manages operating budget and performs analysis and reporting to support decision-making.
Oversees legal, safety, fiscal, and other compliance requirements.
Oversees facilities, technology, and materials utilized in the department, coordinating with appropriate Campus services.
Works with other Campus or University units to coordinate and plan fund-raising, grants, marketing, communications, and outreach activities.
Independently carries out a portfolio of responsibilities under the department's purview, such as managing committees, securing approvals, and providing communications.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Title Name: Administrative Officer
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Officer
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
$133,982 - $126,333, 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
Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY portal on city university of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment or https://cuny.jobs/ and following the CUNYFirst job system instructions. To search for this vacancy, click on search job listings, select more options to search for CUNY jobs and enter the Job Opening ID number 32473 .
Click on the "apply now" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.
Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Please note that the required material must be uploaded as one document under cv/ resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters – also do not use symbols (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï, –, _ or ç)).
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please include:
- Names and contact information of 3 references
Upload all documents as one single file- pdf format preferred.
CLOSING DATE
The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on 07/24/2026. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing- until the position is filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after initial round.
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: 32473
Location: Hunter College
