Location: Albany, NY Category: Promotional Posted On: Wed Jun 25 2025 Job Description:
UAlbany EOP seeks to hire an Operations Manager dedicated to elevating our communication, data collection, and programming methods to align with best practices for student success.
Primary Responsibilities:
Operations Management
Collaborate with colleagues in Academic Innovation and Student Success (AISS) and Institutional Research, Planning and Effectiveness (IRPE) to prepare data for reports to SUNY and AISS leadership (e.g., enrollment, academic achievement)
Prepare visual representations of data for inclusion in reports and grant applications
Prepare donor reports for EOP director
Conduct a daily data analysis of EOP application process and completion rate
Create and update form and workflow processes in JotForm to support unit-wide activities
Recruitment & Outreach
Oversee the EOP strand of the 2025 recruitment cycle, including:
Coordinate all tours with New York State High Schools
Train work study students for tour roles and responsibilities
Monitor financial aid reviews to support outreach and recruitment
Manage Summer EOP App(s) - develop a tickler with information about the summer program (FAQ, dates, etc.) and then convert to the onboarding phase
Assist with preparations for recruitment events, including Accepted Student Open House and Fall Preview Days
Unit Administration
Create Standard Operating Procedures for EOP Summer Program & Academic Year activities
Oversee management of the Emergency Loan (EL) process and workbook
Track reimbursement requests submitted on behalf of the EOP director and other unit staff
Maintain EOP website
Manage complex email inquiries and other departmental communications
App Development
Design, develop, and maintain apps to streamline processes for EOP students and staff and improve data collection.
Other reasonable duties as assigned
Functional and Supervisory Relationships:
Reports to Educational Opportunity Program Director
May supervise employees as assigned
Job Requirements:
Demonstrated interest in and understanding of the current higher education landscape.
Willingness and ability to take initiative as appropriate.
Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Ability to be highly organized, to prioritize effectively, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
Excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion and belonging relative to their role.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
At least 2 years of relevant experience
Project management experience that demonstrates the ability to develop programs from idea to launch.
Experience building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience working with Microsoft Office products.
Experience with platforms such as Jotform, EAB Navigate, Peoplesoft, and/or degree audit software.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
At least 2 years of experience in an education environment.
Working Environment:
Typical office environment
Additional Information:
This is a promotional opportunity for current UAlbany employees.
Eligibility for Consideration:
You must be employed at the University at Albany campus.
You must be in a State-funded UUP professional position (MC employees are not eligible).
You must have a permanent, term, or probationary appointment. Only temporary employees employed by UAlbany for three or more consecutive years can be considered eligible.
For details concerning the University's Promotion Policy for Professional Employees, please see HR Memorandum 88-4 (https://www.albany.edu/hr/promotion.php) .
Professional Rank and Salary Grade: SL-3, Senior Staff Assistant, biweekly rate of $1,315.25-$1,380.82
Special Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer.
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