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About Le Moyne College:
Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.
Our Mission:
Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.
Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.
Position Summary
The ERIE21 Youth Program Administrator is responsible for the strategic development, systemic implementation, and collaborates with colleagues to exhibit high-level management of services for secondary students across local school districts (primarily Syracuse City schools), with a focus on regional urban and rural partnerships. A primary responsibility of this role is the oversight of Career & Technical Education (CTE) bridge programming, ensuring a seamless and measurable transition from vocational and technical career tracks into additional ERIE21 programs and high-growth potential pathways.
To ensure industry-leading engagement and retention, the Administrator will architect and manage a performance-based participation framework designed to incentivize student consistency and milestone achievement. This individual is responsible for cultivating a leadership and service pipeline, elevating students into roles as program ambassadors and peer-facilitators to ensure the program is informed by "credible messengers" within the community. The Administrator oversees the delivery of sophisticated, age-appropriate curriculum in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Workforce Futurism, while directing specialized, revenue-aligned pilot initiatives and project-based contracts.
The Administrator serves on a team of individuals who provide holistic student support, ensuring the systematic infusion of wraparound care-including the availability and tracking of transportation, case management, food security, and mentorship. While not the direct provider of these services, the Administrator is responsible for setting student growth benchmarks, tracking utilization data, and collaborating across all ERIE21 departments to ensure a unified, end-to-end student-to-workforce pipeline. This role ensures all programming complies with the rigorous contractual and reporting requirements of Le Moyne College and its regional partners.
This position is funded by external sources and is contingent on the continued receival of those funds.
Principal Duties and Essential Functions
Job duties specific to this position:
Program Development & Strategic Oversight

• Serve as program lead for the coordination of bridge programming for local school district CTE students, ensuring alignment with ERIE21 educational pathways.
• Oversee the design of differentiated, forward-facing curricula including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Innovation Readiness to prepare students for the future of work.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch innovative student pilots, such as the Podcasting Lab, while managing fee-for-service contracts to ensure high-quality programming and long-term financial stability.
• Collaborate with colleagues and leadership to architect and maintain a gamified participation system that uses points and incentives to drive student retention and consistent attendance.

Student Leadership & Wraparound Stewardship

• Cultivate a pipeline of student leaders, training them in facilitation and service to act as peer ambassadors within their schools and the ERIE21 ecosystem.
• Collaborate with colleagues to serve as a steward of student wraparound care; coordinate and track the availability of transportation, food security, and case management resources to ensure student stability.
• Orchestrate a comprehensive college and career mentorship program, connecting students with professional networks and tracking progress against personalized growth goals.

Assessment & Reporting

• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain the collection and reporting of attendance, engagement, and outcome data (via Microsoft Dynamics 365) to meet contractual requirements for organizational funders and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate across ERIE21 teams to ensure a unified student journey from middle school through adult placement, helping to inform curriculum adjustments based on real-world sector demand.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Actively participate in staff development sessions, retreats, and specialized training as required by ERIE21 and College leadership to ensure alignment with evolving organizational goals.
• Participate in regular one-on-one meetings with the Program Manager (or designated supervisor) at a frequency determined in collaboration with management to discuss KPIs, program health, and professional performance.
• Provide operational and onsite support to ERIE21 and Community and Social Impact colleagues during team-wide events, high-profile initiatives, and community engagement activations as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of internal reports and maintain accurate documentation of program expenditures and resource allocation in accordance with department standards.

Job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:

• Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne's mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties.
• Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture.
• Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.
• Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college's strategic goals.
• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic.
• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.
• Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne's established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness.
• Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings.
• Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends.
• Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, STEAM, or a related field required, Master's Degree preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years of progressive leadership experience in youth development or educational administration, ideally within a tech-focused or workforce readiness environment, preferred experience working with middle school and or high school students
• Preferred experience working with STEAM students and/or professionals
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex data tracking systems and coordinate multi-faceted social support services (wraparound care).
• Familiarity with emerging technologies (AI, automation) and their impact on the regional workforce.
• Strong ability to serve as a high-level liaison between school district leadership, industry partners, and community stakeholders.
• Demonstrated effective experience and skill in working with students from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds
• Knowledgeable of various learning styles and study skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with community, academic & industry partners
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends to accommodate student needs and programming
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated aptitude in STEAM/Technology, preferably computer science, web programming, robotics, engineering and/or cybersecurity preferred
• Familiarity with local community resources to support students in need preferred
• Familiarity with best practices in recruitment and retention preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Time management and organization skills
• Knowledgeable of various learning styles and study skills
• Valid Driver's License (some travel is required to and from offsite locations. Mileage will be reimbursed by the College).

Additional Information:
Le Moyne Benefits
403(b) Retirement contribution- (9.5% Employer match)
Generous tuition coverage
Health insurance options- (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
Health Savings Accounts- (Partially Employer funded)
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance- (Employer paid)
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
Voluntary benefits- (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)
12 paid holidays
Generous time off package
35 hour work week
Pay Range: $27.47 - $30.22 per hour
Equal Employment Opportunity
Le Moyne College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:
* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references