Program Director of Catalyst Program Print (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mercyedu/jobs/newprint/4728336) Apply  Program Director of Catalyst Program Salary $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 Annually Location Bronx, NY Job Type Full Time Faculty Job Number 00832 Division Provost's Office Department Provost's Office Opening Date 11/13/2024 Union Status Non-Union + Description + Benefits Job Posting Summary Mercy University seeks qualified candidates to apply for the Program Director of Catalyst. The Catalyst Program Director is a 12-month faculty/administrative position based at Mercy’s Bronx campus, located at 1200 Waters Place in the Pelham Bay neighborhood. The Program Director will be appointed as a faculty member with expectations of instruction. Discipline open. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Catalyst program is an innovative initiative designed to empower and give momentum to students’ college career through carefully tailored and monitored academic support, financial support, career education, and mentoring. The program aims to set students up for maximum success during their time at Mercy and beyond. The Catalyst Program Director will be responsible for the oversight and growth of this essential Mercy program and shape the trajectory for the program’s success. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities + Serve as an academic support liaison to work closely with multiple programs and departments across the University + Collaborate with Enrollment Management and the Office of Student Life to support Catalyst students by ensuring their full immersion into the university experience + Engage with diverse students and incorporate inclusive pedagogical practices to ensure that all students succeed Leadership + Provide leadership and oversees all aspects of the Catalyst Program, working closely with the Office of the Provost and other areas of the University to promote and grow the Catalyst program + Promote faculty engagement with the Catalyst Program and recognize their contributions Management + Collaborate with faculty, Student Affairs, and Enrollment Management to implement and coordinate Catalyst program policies and processes + Work with other key offices across Mercy University, including Registrar and Financial Aid + Meet regularly with the Office of the Provost to facilitate program improvements and implementation activities + Develop an innovative and accessible web presence for the Catalyst program Curriculum and Programming + Coordinate, track, and analyze Catalyst program’s course offerings and scheduling, and (working with Student Affairs) make recommendations to the Registrar and Deans + Communicate with the respective Mercy Schools to ensure adequate opportunities for student success + Collaborate with Department Chairs and Program Directors (Academic Unit Heads) and student advisement (PACT) to provide ongoing progress monitoring and academic support to catalyst students + Work with the Center for Teaching and Learning to encourage high-quality delivery of curriculum and with the Center for Academic Excellence and Innovation to ensure peer mentors and tutors have a clear understanding of the Catalyst program and its outcomes + Arrange, manage, and publicize programming such as guest speaker conferences, and community service opportunities + Provide support for undergraduate educational achievement by working with the Library to identify opportunities for open educational resources and seek appropriate funding opportunities Student Experience + Foster a culture of learning and excellence within the Catalyst program ensuring its students have an academically and socially rewarding experience the promotes achievement, persistence, and success + Act as a resource for Schools and assist Department Chairs and Program Directors (Academic Unit Heads) in sponsoring and communicating co-curricular and career-oriented activities to engage Catalyst students + Work in partnership with Student Life to communicate and promote robust extracurricular programming for Catalyst students Communication and Reporting + Maintain open communication, collegiality, and teamwork within the program and with its partner stakeholders internal and external to the University + Prepare and update Catalyst program requirement information for university publications, including catalog listings and website information, ensuring alignment with university procedures and goals Program Assessment and Review + Work with the Director of Educational Assessment to ensure: + Effective assessment of the Catalyst program and tracking of learning outcomes within constituent courses + Timely collection, reporting, and analysis of assessment data Additional Responsibilities + Teach in courses of candidate’s specified discipline + Actively participate in university, advisory, governance, and program/instruction committees, and campus activities + Participate in professional development training to remain current in the field + Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Skills & Experience + Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative educational community for students, work across university offices and academic departments, and mentor students for successful academic achievement + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Experience with data management and evaluation + Experience with program management + Strong project management skills and experience + Experience with student-driven and other asset-based educational strategies + Values diversity, equity, and inclusion Preferred Skills & Experience + Strong understanding of higher education General Education requirements + Prior experience working with cohorted educational programs in college or university context + Experience with student information system and enterprise resource planning platform (e.g., Banner). Education Requirements + PhD or other terminal degree in the candidate’s discipline About Mercy Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students. Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022. Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students. Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online. At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Our Mission: Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world. EEO Statement Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email atHR@mercy.edu. The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. Campus Safety Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. (https://www.mercy.edu/media/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-1042023) Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Health Insurance: UntitedHealthcare Oxford In-network and out-of-network plan options EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff) Dental Insurance: UnitedHealthcare Oxford In-network and out-of-network plan options Vision Insurance: UntitedHealthcare Oxford Paid Time Off: Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees. Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance: Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations Life Insurance: Long-Term Disability:The Hartford Short-Term Disability:The Hartford Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Ameriflex Retirement Benefits: TIAA The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components: Deferred Compensation Plan All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University. Defined Contribution Plan Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period. If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form. Remote Work: Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee’s ability to manage work-life balance. Learn more about our remote work policyhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/remote-work-policy-final) . Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees. Learn more about our tuition remissionhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/tuition-remission) . Tuition Exchange: We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment. Employee Assistance Program: Compsych Voluntary Benefits: Allstate Identity Protection LegalEase Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners Nationwide Pet Insurance PlumBenefits ScriptSave Working Advantage Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change. Agency Mercy University Address 555 Broadway Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522 Phone 914-674-7839 Website http://www.mercy.edu Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email