Director of Academic and Workforce Development Programs -

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Brentwood, NY Posted:

Sep 18, 2026

Closes:

Open Until Filled Type:

Full-time Ref. No.: 26-53

Position ID:

204982

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Farmingdale State College is a recognized leader in applied learning. With over 10,000 students, FSC is the State University of New York's largest college of applied science and technology, with 96% of graduates working in New York State and 75% working on Long Island. Farmingdale prepares emerging leaders in the growing technology, engineering, business and health care fields. Farmingdale State College is committed to inclusivity and excellence as part of our mission and culture. The College has received the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. We seek candidates of all backgrounds who embrace these values and the broader mission of public higher education. The College is increasingly focused on expanding student engagement. In addition to the highly successful NCAA Division III athletic program, Esports, and an extensive array of student clubs and organizations give FSC a strong culture of civic responsibility.

Job Description:

Farmingdale State College seeks a Director of Academic and Workforce Development Programs to join the Long Island Educational Opportunity Center (LIEOC). Reporting to the Dean, the Director is responsible for the overall development, administration and delivery of instructional programs at the LIEOC, including English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), High School Equivalency Preparation, College Preparation, Allied Health Programs, and workforce development certification training in business and technology.

Responsibilities include:

Providing strategic leadership and oversight for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of high-quality programs that respond to workforce, economic, academic, and community needs. Hiring, supervising, mentoring, and evaluating all LIEOC faculty. Reviewing, developing, revising, submitting, and maintaining curriculum to ensure program relevance, compliance and instructional excellence. Promoting and facilitating professional development opportunities and training initiatives to enhance instruction and student learning. Assisting with the administration and effective utilization of Brightspace to support instruction and student learning. Developing and publishing the course offerings brochure and Banner schedule each semester. Maintaining inventories of textbooks and instructional materials and coordinating the procurement of required resources. Preparing and submitting reports to SUNY System Administration and UCAWD regarding program metrics, outcomes, and departmental performance. This position requires occasional evening hours, as needed, to support evening faculty. The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include: Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion. Interest in participating in student-centered service activities. Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree. Five years of experience in an educational area such as CTE, K-12, Allied Health programming, or related instructional environment. Three years of experience in supervising, mentoring, or leading other educators.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with workforce development or CTE programs. Experience in curriculum development, assessment, or instructional program management. Experience in adult education. Experience in working with underserved populations. Experience with learning management/student management systems.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time UUP position. For the first 10 working days, beginning Friday, September 18, 2026 , and ending Thursday, October 1, 2026 , applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS

Open Until Filled SALARY:

$80,000 + $4,000 in downstate location pay = $84,000 Compensation. The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans. Click here for New York State FT UUP Benefits Summary Visit our Why Work at FSC page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards we offer.

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The Consumer Information web page can be viewed at the following link http://www.farmingdale.edu/consumer-information/index.shtml This page describes various services, information and statistics on many different aspects of the College's operations. Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following documents are required for all positions: Cover Letter Resume/C.V. Only applications made through Farmingdale's electronic application system will be accepted. Once you successfully apply you will receive an email as confirmation. Returning applicants may login to their Farmingdale State College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by