Director [Kupferberg Holocaust Resource Center and Archives]

CLOSING DATE October 26, 2014.

Director – Kupferberg Holocaust Resource Center and Archives

Job ID: 11274

Location: Queensborough CC

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

GENERAL DUTIES

• Directs a specialized academic and/or research center.
• Designs, implements and monitors curriculum for programs sponsored by the Center
• Oversees the design and delivery of courses and workshops; assesses learning outcomes
• Develops and manages Center’s budget and operations
• Implements ongoing faculty and/or student development activities
• Plans, develops, and initiates strategies for generating resources and/or revenues
• May seek and acquire grant funding to further advance Center initiatives
• Manages professional and clerical staff
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CONTRACT TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The Director reports to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and leads the operational, educational, outreach, and fundraising programs of the Kupferberg Holocaust Resource Center and Archives.  The mission of the Kupferberg Holocaust Resource Center and Archives (KHRCA) is to use lessons from the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping. The Center seeks to encourage an awareness of, and appreciation for, the value of diversity in a pluralistic society.

The Director’s leadership and vision guides the production of customized exhibits and their attendant catalogues each semester dealing with Holocaust-related themes and, in doing so, assembles and directs a production team consisting of researchers, writers and graphic designers; creates a production, distribution and viewing schedule for the exhibits; and develops budgets and funding sources to support their creation, distribution, marketing and evaluation.

The Director’s background and collaborative skills will assist him/her in creating and maintaining working relationships with the faculty and department chairs of the College to have the KHRCA serve as a learning laboratory for Queensborough students, including students who are in those programs directly related to the study of the Holocaust as well as those who are not.  Key components of interaction with the Queensborough student body are the various internship programs coordinated by the KHRCA Director.

The Director’s knowledge and planning for the KHRCA’s educational programs, activities and events for the greater community shall incorporate the available research on the Holocaust, the experiences of Holocaust survivors, the needs of second and third generation survivors, the concerns of the KHRCA Advisory Board and the expressed concerns of Queens County’s most diverse, multi-ethnic community in developing a mechanism that adds relevance to such studies and provides to the users an approach to addressing prejudice and enhancing individual and group relations.  The KHRCA’s programs, activities and events are held throughout the year and scheduled during days, evenings and weekends.

The Director’s inspiration and commitment to the mission of the KHRCA will guide his/her efforts in developing working and funding relationships with community organizations, elected officials and funding sources.  Support for the KHRCA’s programs is generated by grants, sponsorships, membership, annual fund campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, naming opportunities, speaker stipends or rental fees from the KHRCA customized exhibits, along with funds generated by the KHRCA’s endowment.

The Director, working in conjunction with the Office of Marketing and Communications, maintains a constant public awareness of the KHRCA and its ongoing customized exhibits and instructional materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree and eight years’ relevant experience required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Fundraising experience  ( government grants/allocations, major gifts, special events and membership drives)
• Program management experience (to generate relevant exhibits, activities and events for the KHRCA)
• Knowledgeable about the Holocaust and genocides throughout the world
• Community outreach xperience
• Experience working with elected officials to garner support for instructional programs
• Marketing experience
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent communication and public presentation skills
• Budget management skills
• Technology skills
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Public education experience
• Willingness to work non-standard hours as necessary

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title.  Select “Apply Now” and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

October 26, 2014. Review of resumes will start on September 18, 2014

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.