Teaching Instructional Generalist

POSITION DETAILS

This position will report to the Talent Acquisition and Engagement Manager at The City College at New York. In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Teaching Instructional Generalist duties include, but are not limited to the following responsibilities:

• Provide support and guidance to all faculty members in relation to policies and procedures, governance, and the CUNY/PSC contract
• Develop, monitor, implement and update processes to improve and streamline Teaching Instructional staff services
• Oversee the employment and hiring processes for these titles in CUNYfirst and TAM; manage the appointment and on-boarding processes, work closely with benefits and payroll staff to ensure new staff are hired seamlessly. This also includes staffing, recruitment, appointments, reappointment, tenure/certificate of continuous employment (CCE), faculty stipends, multiple position reports, tracking, academic leaves and special leaves, etc. Maintain accurate records of promotions, salary increments and tenure for Teaching Instructional staff
• Review current personnel policies and procedures, develop and recommend improvements where applicable. Work closely with Payroll to track payroll data, submit spreadsheets for payments, and provide information to faculty on the status of their paychecks. Manage applicable tracking spreadsheets and reports to ensure all data is accurate
• Partner with CCNY Business partners (Human Resources Coordinators) HRC for Teaching Instructional employee customer service group
• Perform routine audits and work with Data Analyst to ensure CUNYfirst data is accurate and actions are reported timely and correctly
• Participate in the data integrity review in preparation for the implementation of WorkDay for all titles listed - Work collaboratively with senior management on institutional effectiveness and measurement of Instructional success
• Liaison for H-1B and TN immigration petitions immigration petitioning processing in coordination with Deans, Chairs and immigration attorneys
• Ensure compliance with University and College policies and well as the Professional Staff Congress/CUNY Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Coordinate special projects, employee programs, and events. Create and conduct presentations and trainings.
• Prepare routine correspondences, electronic materials and documents
• Maintain all official faculty records and personnel files, where applicable

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

- Two years of CUNY experience

• Intermediate/advanced Excel skills
• Excellent verbal, writing, and analytical ability
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with attention to clarity, tone, and detail
• Growth mindset and strong attention to detail
• Aptitude for problem-solving
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong research skills, including the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Administers various Human Resources functions and programs for one or more employee group(s) exercising discretion and independent judgment.

• Oversees two or more human resources functions for an employee group, such as, but not limited to, staffing, recruitment, employee relations, appointment administration, compensation, human resource information systems (HRIS), training and development, benefits, and/or administration of HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Ensures human resources functions, programs, and actions are in compliance with university rules and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, employment laws, and college policies and procedures.
• Interprets and provides professional counsel and advice to employees and managers on HR programs and policies, CUNY rules, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable employment laws. Researches and resolves multifaceted human resources issues.
• Recommends new approaches, best practices, policies, and systems to improve office efficiency and services provided.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: $86,645 - $93,134. 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.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 6.09% with additional increases of 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

HOW TO APPLY

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CLOSING DATE

June 16, 2025.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

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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.

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Location

City College of New York

About City College of New York (CUNY)

With over 3,000 employees, our institution brings together some of the best talent in the City of New York and in the world as the flagship campus of the City University of New York. Our campus is accessible by most major train lines including Metro North, and is conveniently located in the heart of one of the greatest communities in New York City. Our dedicated faculty and staff are the heart and strength of our institution, and we strive to do our best to make their experience enjoyable and enriching.

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