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CUNY IT Academic Technology Specialist in Brooklyn, New York
IT Academic Technology Specialist
POSITION DETAILS
Medgar Evers College (MEC), a nationally recognized leader in urban-serving education, is one of twenty-five colleges within the dynamic City University New York (CUNY) System. Named for the late civil rights leader, Medgar Wiley Evers (1925-1963), the College is a four-year culturally diverse institution located in Central Brooklyn. It is rooted in social justice, dedicated to increasing the upward mobility of its students and producing graduates who are civically engaged and prepared to provide leadership to address local and global issues.
Medgar Evers College is seeking the appointment of a candidate for an IT Academic Technology Specialist position. Reporting to the Associate Provost for Assessment, Accreditation and Institutional Effectiveness, the IT Academic Technology Specialist will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the College’s website.
In addition to the CUNY overview, the IT Academic Technology Specialist’s job functions include, but not limited to the following:
-Provides support to students and faculty to integrate instructional systems, and software for the delivery of academic programs.
-Liaises with staff from the Academic Center for Excellence in Student Support (ACESS), EAB Services, and Online Education.
-Works closely with the academic schools and departments to maintain College catalog updates.
-Flags and coordinates responses to technical and design problems within academic departments.
-Collaborates with the manager of the student early alert system to ensure faculty are integrated onto the system and to monitor faculty usage.
-Works closely with academic leaders, faculty, and staff to deliver newsletters/bulletins, reports and other materials to be published virtually.
-Serves as liaison to Office of Information Technology unit on the submission of academic information for the College’s website.
-Performs other related duties as assigned by the Associate Provost for Assessment, Accreditation and Institutional Effectiveness.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree and four years' relevant experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Four years of related experience in a higher education setting.
-Familiarity with academic technologies.
-Flexibility for evening or weekend schedule may be needed.
-Ability to adapt well with technological advances.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Supports and consults with faculty, students, and others in the use of instructional systems, software, and programs.
Provides day-to-day support for users of instructional systems
May supervise a College help desk related to academic technology, supervising and training staff
Designs, develops, and delivers training and orientation sessions on the use of instructional technologies
May serve as an administrator and/or account coordinator for one or more systems
Assists in demonstrating the practical application of computers and communications technology for classes and workshops for faculty or students
May track problem reports, troubleshoot reported issues, and document resolutions
Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Title Name: IT Academic Technology Specialist
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Assistant
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
$82,663
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.
HOW TO APPLY
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CLOSING DATE
Open until filled with review of resumes to begin on April 8, 2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
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.
Job ID: 32008
Location: Medgar Evers College
Job Type: Full-Time