Position Overview
Alfred State College (SUNY College of Technology) in Alfred, NY, is hiring an Associate Director of Adult Pathways and Career Education. Reporting to the AVP of Integrated Enrollment Services, this hands-on leadership role provides dedicated enrollment leadership for the college’s expanding adult and career education portfolio, including online learning, SUNY Reconnect, microcredentials, non-credit education, workforce training, and professional and continuing education.

Key Details

• Type: Full-time
• Salary: $80,827
• Location: Alfred, NY
• Category: Career Development and Services

Core Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment and enrollment efforts for adult learners across degree, online, microcredential, non-credit, and workforce training pathways
• Serve as a key coordination point for adult learners on program options, admissions, financial aid basics, SUNY Reconnect eligibility, transfer credit, and registration
• Coordinate outreach to adult learner populations, including stop-out/readmit, online prospects, military-connected students, and employer-referred students
• Support implementation and management of CRM processes for adult learner recruitment (inquiry tracking, communication plans, funnel reporting, campaign analysis)
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications on adult-focused recruitment materials and digital campaigns
• Work with Academic Affairs, Online Programs, advising, and student success teams to promote adult-friendly program options
• Partner with Student Records and Financial Services on financial aid, billing, registration, and transfer credit questions
• Develop relationships with employers, workforce organizations, community agencies, and military/veteran organizations
• Represent Alfred State at community and employer events, information sessions, and virtual recruitment events
• Analyze enrollment data to identify trends, barriers, and improvement opportunities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Experience in admissions, enrollment management, student services, advising, adult learner support, or a related field
• Experience supervising or coordinating people and projects
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Experience with CRM systems, student information systems, or reporting tools
• Ability to collaborate across departments and build partnerships
• Commitment to access, student success, and career-focused education

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Experience with adult learner recruitment, SUNY Reconnect, online degree enrollment, microcredentials, or workforce training
• Experience using Slate or another CRM
• Knowledge of transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and financial aid processes
• Experience developing employer, workforce, or community partnerships
• Demonstrated success growing adult learner enrollment or engagement

About Alfred State College
A top-ranked SUNY College of Technology known for affordability, academic support, and career-ready graduates, with a 98% employment and continuing education rate. Under President Steven Mauro, the college is guided by a strategic plan focused on community, academic excellence, and growth. Located in Alfred, NY—named the “Ultimate College Town” by Washington Post reporter Andrew Van Dam—in the Western New York Wilds, 1–2 hours from Rochester, Buffalo, and the Finger Lakes region.

Benefits

• Health insurance with 73%–88% of premiums covered by employer; PPO or HMO options; fertility benefits
• No-cost dental and vision benefits for employees and eligible dependents
• Tuition benefits for continuous learning
• Up to 22 vacation days and 13 paid sick days per year for new employees, increasing with service
• Up to 13 paid holidays annually; paid parental leave
• Retirement options including a defined benefits (pension) plan and voluntary savings options

Important Notes

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; applicants who need sponsorship now or in the future do not meet eligibility requirements
• Alfred State College is not an E-Verify employer
• Required application documents: Resume/CV and Cover Letter
• Alfred State College is an equal employment, affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities

Contact for Accommodations
Office of Human Resources at 607-587-4025 or hr@alfredstate.edu