Administrative Manager of Moelis Social Entrepreneurship Program (Academic Program Manager)

POSITION DETAILS

About John Jay College

John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) led by President Karol V. Mason, and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, it is ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students that includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, or from other historically underrepresented groups.

The College participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of the City University of New York and offers bachelor's and master's degrees in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. John Jay College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

Position Overview

John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY seeks a highly motivated, dynamic, entrepreneurial, and skilled Administrative Manager to partner with the Faculty Directors of the Program, the Associate Provost for Research, the John Jay Career Learning Lab, and the VP for Institutional Advancement to direct and advance the College’s Moelis Social Entrepreneurship (MSE) Program, and support the integration of social entrepreneurship principles throughout the College. This groundbreaking program extends John Jay’s mission to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities they need to pursue meaningful, rewarding careers in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of the Moelis Fellowship Program, the Administrative Manager will be responsible for the administrative unit as well as all of the duties enumerated in the CUNY Title Overview as outlined above. Further additional responsibilities are as follows:

• Manage the MSE Program including but not limited to all work streams related to curriculum, partnerships, marketing, administration, program impact reporting, event planning, budget management and financial reporting.
• Create and implement a comprehensive programmatic strategy that will expand the program’s internship offerings; identify, engage, and build relationships with external industry partners; secure experiential opportunities with a focus on corporate/for-profit businesses engaged in social impact; track students into internships; and monitor their progress and performance
• Work with the College’s Career Learning Lab to integrate social entrepreneurship throughout the College by forging relationships with administrative leaders, faculty, and staff and support the Career Learning Lab in placing MSE students in relevant internships and advancing related efforts to secure MSE student internship opportunities.
• Lead, organize, and implement the development of an alliance comprised of industry leaders, faculty, and MSE graduates that will serve as thought partners, help build relationships in the social entrepreneurship field, and collectively provide support and empowerment to MSE students.
• Work collaboratively with the Faculty Curriculum Leader on tasks including but not limited to advertising and distributing announcements for scheduled classes, coordinating with instructors, and organizing events, activities, workshops etc.
• Work collaboratively with the Faculty Fellowship Leader on tasks including but not limited to recruiting students, tracking them from the minor into the fellowship, organizing events, activities, and workshops.
• Work with the project leads to conduct strategic planning, maintain the project website and communication channels, and identify external academic and programmatic partners relevant to the program.
• Support the College’s Office of Institutional Advancement in exploring additional funding mechanisms for the initiative.
  
  

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and six years' relevant experience required in program development and administration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills required.
• Master’s or doctoral degree preferred, MPA or MBA strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of current trends in social innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Experience working with students, especially in an internship or career placement program.
• Experience working on large projects with private sector stakeholders and with program evaluation.
• Ability to multitask in context of multiple timelines and budgets.
• Please provide an explanation of your experience as a self-directed and/or entrepreneurial leader in your cover letter.
  
  

Cuny Title Overview

Manages curriculum development and operations of a College's specialized academic program under the direction of a senior administrator.

• Implements and monitors a comprehensive academic program development plan; makes recommendations to improve department policies and procedures
• Assists Director with outcome assessment and strategic planning to further develop program offerings
• Prepares analytical and statistical reports for management
• Serves as resource expert regarding program policies and procedures
• May manage professional and/or clerical staff
• May act on behalf of Director in his/her absence
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Title Name: Academic Program Manager

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Associate

FLSA

Exempt

Compensation And Benefits

$74,249 - $86,741

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.

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CLOSING DATE

The review of resumes will begin on March 12, 2026

The posting closes on March 19, 2026

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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: 31663

Location: John Jay College

Job Type: Full-Time