Overview
POSITION DETAILS
Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students. Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.
The Community Health and Wellness Department at LaGuardia Community College offers four undergraduate degree programs: Human Services: Mental Health, Nutrition and Culinary Management, Public and Community Health, and Therapeutic Recreation. The department is home to a dedicated team of 12 full-time and 17 adjunct faculty, along with one full-time and three adjunct College Laboratory Technicians, as well as technical and expert staff—all committed to equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for success in their professional careers. In addition to rigorous coursework, the department offers a variety of training and certifications to enhance students’ qualifications. Courses are delivered in-person, online, and asynchronously, on occasion, with hands-on culinary labs conducted on campus.
Position
The Administrative Coordinator would typically support the department’s daily operations, assist with academic and administrative functions, and serve as a liaison between faculty, students, and other college departments. Their responsibilities include a mix of clerical, project management, and departmental support tasks tailored to the department's unique academic and service-oriented mission.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's Degree required.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in higher education, nonprofit administration, customer service, or a community health setting.
* Proficient in office software and tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Google Docs, etc.
* Familiarity with CUNY systems such as CUNYFirst, SharePoint, and other institutional platforms.
* Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
* Strong time management skills with experience meeting multiple project deadlines.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Highly organized and focused, with superior follow-through and keen attention to detail.
* Demonstrated ability to coordinate and complete complex administrative tasks independently.
* Strong commitment to equity, student success, and working with diverse student populations.
* A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with others for the benefit of the institution.
CUNY Title Overview
Supports projects, initiatives, and activities that impact an academic or administrative department.
* Manages basic office functions such as communications, meeting schedules, work plans, staff assignments, and distributing information.
* Collects data for, prepares, and distributes reports and presentations using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
* Updates office databases, lists, and files to ensure completeness and accuracy; maintains current information on department web site(s); maintains department archives and collections.
* Conducts internet and/or database research and performs basic systems queries to locate information related to department activities.
* Maintains department fiscal plans and budgets; assists in budget administration and invoice processing.
* Provides basic information, instructions, and materials as requested by students, faculty, and others who contact the department.
* May supervise office staff and student workers.
* Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Title Name: Administrative Coordinator
CUNY Title Assistant to HEO
FLSA Non-exempt
Compensation And Benefits
$47,116 - $54,934
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
To apply, go to 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.
Closing Date
Open until filled. Review of resumes will begin after July 14th, 2025.
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: 30585
Location: LaGuardia Community College
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