Program Director, Advancing Success in Associate Pathways HV-NTP-8595

Founded in 1953 Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation workforce training initiatives distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy NY. With more than 80000 alumni and nearly 1000 employees the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced dynamic capable creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

Program Director Advancing Success in Associate Pathways
HV-NTP-8595

In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support Visas. Applicants must be either a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident of the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

Qualifications
Masters degree in Higher Education Administration Educational Leadership Educational Psychology Counseling and/or Social Work from an accredited college or university and six years of relevant experience. At least five years of higher education experience working within student development and/or advisement with knowledge of academic and support programs including financial aid emergency funding and community resources. Must be able to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality have strong interpersonal written and oral communication skills adaptable and able to multitask as required.

The ideal candidate will have:

Strong management and supervisory skills with the ability to lead change and build high-performing collaborative teams

Demonstrated experience in budget planning oversight and fiscal management

Proven success in program management including strategic planning and implementation

Demonstrated understanding of the educational experiences of historically marginalized racial groups in the United States particularly Black Indigenous and Latinx communities

Proven ability to cultivate inclusive equitable and effective working relationships with students faculty staff and external stakeholders

Excellent organizational project management communication and facilitation skills

Proficiency with computer systems and applications including Microsoft Office Banner Argos CRM Advise and Brightspace as well as experience with institutional purchasing guidelines and processes

Nature and Scope of Duties:

Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Development the ASAP Director provides day-to-day leadership and oversight to ensure the effective delivery of a comprehensive program of academic advising career development and financial support for ASAP students. The Director represents Hudson Valley Community Colleges ASAP program on all relevant committees and collaborates with internal and external partners to build strong relationships that foster program alignment institutional buy-in and long-term sustainability. The Program Director is responsible for implementing SUNY and Hudson Valley Community College policies as well as developing local program policies procedures and strategies that advance the programs mission and support the achievement of enrollment and recruitment targets each semester.

In addition the Program Director recruits hires supervises and evaluates all ASAP program staff and leads the development of systems and processes for the consistent collection analysis and reporting of student engagement and outcomes data. These efforts support data-informed decision-making and ensure progress toward established benchmarks for student engagement and academic performance. The Director oversees the program budget and daily administrative operations including staffing scheduling and the timely delivery of services. The ASAP Director is also responsible for fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment and promoting ongoing professional development and growth opportunities for program staff.

Other Duties

The Program Director in collaboration with other program designees will also:
Oversee the development and timely implementation of retention strategies and student support services including targeted interventions and academic support for probationary and at-risk students
Design implement and manage program components and data-collection processes to monitor progress toward student engagement and academic performance benchmarks
Develop strategies and processes for recruitment to reach enrollment targets meeting SUNY cohort requirements.
Establish and manage processes for the distribution of program incentives in coordination with appropriate college departments
Develop strategy and mechanisms to increase FAFSA completion reduce SAP/verification issues promote intersession course taking and ensure timely course registration.
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with key campus partners including Admissions the Registrar the Career Center and Financial Aid
Participate in required meetings with CUNY and/or SUNY Central ASAP leadership and prepare regular outcome and performance reports for college leadership.
Oversee the development of a comprehensive framework that supports ASAP students progression toward academic career and post-completion goals.

This is a 12-month Full-Time position with a salary of $70000.

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance Dental and Eye Insurance Retirement employee and employees spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If youre employed by a government or not-for-profit organization you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans

To apply please visit and complete the online application before the close date of February 13 2026.

Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of traditional and non-traditional learners in an environment that fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression. Hudson Valley values equity inclusion and dignity for all.

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply