College Readiness Manager, Center for Higher Education and Career Support

We are currently seeking a College Readiness Manager to lead the College Readiness Team at HCZ. The ideal candidate will be experienced in developing course curriculum, organizing program events, and leading trainings that promote a college-going culture throughout the organization. The College Readiness Manager will create and manage partnerships with various colleges to ensure a smooth transition for our HCZ Promise Academy scholars.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise college readiness specialists and ensure team utilizes best practices
• Develop college readiness strategies, policies and procedures
• Develop all Advance to Start College Readiness Curriculum for K-12
• Develop family engagement workshops to promote college awareness
• Develop and implement college matching, admissions, and college success trainings and professional development for high school site college coordinators and counselors
• Provide comprehensive workshops that target the following non-cognitive abilities: positive behavior, perseverance, mindset, social skills, student engagement, and learning strategies
• Remain abreast of trends in higher education, college access, and college admissions to ensure timely and relevant information is shared with Promise, Zone, students, families, and organizational leadership
• Coordinate program events such as the Annual College Expo, CHECS College Signing Day, Senior Week, Parent Financial Aid Night, On-Site FAFSA nights, and other high school to college transition programs
• Build relationships with colleges and universities to develop admission processes specific to our students
• Work, in conjunction with Data, to track trends in college admission and graduation success rates
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification, Skills and Knowledge Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Counseling, or related social services field preferred
• At least two-three years of experience in college admissions, college counseling, student advising, and of data-driven methods to increase student admission to and matriculation into college
• Knowledge of admissions and enrollment policies, alternative programs/vocational studies
• Knowledge of higher education, financial aid, and postsecondary education
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to complete tasks accurately and in a timely manner
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the program including evening, and some weekends
• Passion for and commitment to the mission of the Harlem Children's Zone

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. To be considered, interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.