TEMPORARY (Grant-Funded) Professional Assistant (PA) - Project Manager for Nursing

SCCC REFERENCE #: 26-33

DATE: April 2, 2026

TITLE: TEMPORARY (Grant-Funded) Professional Assistant (PA) – Project Manager for Nursing

CAMPUS: Ammerman Campus in Selden

START DATE: ASAP

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Grant Funded-Temporary

RANK: Professional Assistant

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Suffolk County Community College is the largest community college in the State University of New York (SUNY) system, enrolling more than 26,000 students at its three campuses in Selden, Brentwood, and Riverhead, as well as its Culinary Arts Center in Riverhead. Established in 1959, the college offers a wide array of transfer-oriented associate degrees in the liberal arts and sciences; business; communications and the arts; computing and cybersecurity; health sciences; and many other areas. Career-facing degrees and certificates are offered in allied health professions, automotive technology, culinary and baking, manufacturing, and many other areas. The college provides high school concurrent enrollment opportunities to thousands of students each year through both Suffolk’s Beacon program and through on-campus early college classes. Designated by the U.S. Department of Education as a Hispanic Serving Institution, Suffolk enrolls thousands of students in English Language Learning courses, and also serves more service veterans and military-connected students than any other college in the SUNY system.

SUNY Suffolk is searching for a temporary grant-funded full-time (12-month), Professional Assistant (PA) - Project Manager to support the Jane F. Shearer School of Nursing to begin as soon as possible, at the Ammerman Campus in Selden.

This is a five (5) year grant-funded position funded by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), with the possibility of yearly extensions. The successful candidate will be employed for periods concurrent with the grant award and availability of funding.

The Project Manager will coordinate and oversee the implementation of a NYSDOH grant‑funded student success initiative designed to strengthen retention, resilience, and timely completion for students enrolled in the CNA, CMA, Practical Nursing, and Registered Nursing programs. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean for Nursing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Recruit and enroll eligible students into the program.

• Maintain accurate program records, including data tracking, analysis, and documentation.

• Prepare and submit quarterly reports as directed.

• Manage program spending, including monitoring the budget and overseeing the student reimbursement process.

• Track student engagement, academic progress, participation, and program performance metrics.

• Support collection and reporting of program outcome data.

• Collaborate with Career Services to facilitate résumé development and interview preparation.

• Coordinate employer information sessions and assist students with job placement.

• Work collaboratively with faculty, success coaches, and student services.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Associate Dean for the Jane F. Shearer School of Nursing.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, grant‑funded environment.

• Proficiency in tracking, analyzing, and reporting data to support program outcomes and compliance.

• A high level of professionalism and effective interpersonal communication when working with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.

• Commitment to student success, particularly in healthcare and workforce‑focused academic programs.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem‑solve effectively.

• Flexibility and adaptability to meet evolving program needs and reporting requirements.

• Strong attention to detail in maintaining accurate records, budgets, and documentation.

• Demonstrated experience in writing professional email correspondence and verbal communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of one (1) year of relevant professional experience in data management and administrative operations.

• Experience monitoring expenditures, participation metrics, and program outcomes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain accurate files using spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools.

Preferred

• Experience supporting grant‑funded programs, including reporting, compliance, and documentation.

• Experience within higher education, student admissions/recruitment, workforce development, or healthcare education/training programs.

HIRING SALARY:

This is a Unit III position covered under the Faculty Association of Suffolk County Community College collective bargaining agreement with the college.

NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE:

Suffolk County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, equal pay compensation-sex, national origin, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or disability in its admissions, programs and activities, or employment. This applies to all employees, students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting either of the Civil Rights Compliance Officers/Coordinators listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination polices:

Civil Rights Compliance Officers

Christina Vargas

Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX Coordinator

Ammerman Campus, NFL Bldg., Suite 230

533 College Road, Selden, New York 11784-2899

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or

Dionne Walker-Belgrave

Affirmative Action Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Ammerman Campus, NFL Bldg., Suite 230

533 College Road, Selden, New York 11784-2899

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Inquiries or complaints concerning alleged civil rights violations in the College’s education admissions, programs and activities may also be directed to:

Office for Civil Rights (OCR) – Enforcement Office

U.S. Department of Education

32 Old Slip, 26th Floor

New York, NY 10005-2500

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Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination in employment practices may also be directed to:

NYS Division of Human Rights

Long Island (Suffolk)

New York State Office Building

250 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 2B-49

Hauppauge, NY 11788

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U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

New York District Office

33 Whitehall Street, 5th Floor

New York, NY 10004

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Suffolk County Community College is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment, education, access to services, programs, and activities, including career and technical education opportunities.

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