The Director of the Bookstore is responsible for all the operations of the university bookstore, which in addition to course materials and educational supplies offers a wide variety of trade books, clothing, electronics, software, sundries, and gifts. In addition, the Director is responsible for managing the relationships with on-campus stakeholders, vendors, and contractors.

Management

• Lead and foster a positive team culture.
• Sustain an industry leading level of customer service.
• Manage 9 direct reports and students who staff the bookstore.
• Provide support, training, and resources to the bookstore staff.
• Manage and support a strong student worker training program.
• Develop and maintain compliance with security, sales, record keeping, and all other necessary procedures.
• Ensure all processes and job duties are formally documented and maintained up to date in an operation manual.

Strategic Relations in Support of the University Mission

• Formally create and support a bookstore vision statement and ensure each staff member understands the relationship of their work and the greater mission of the University.
• Serve as a liaison for the bookstore to University departments in support of the development of strategic partnerships and create and support new initiatives.
• Support, develop, and manage relationships with the off-campus community.
• Represent the bookstore and the University with consortiums and group organizations.
• Develop annual goals for the bookstore operation.

Efficiencies

• The Director facilitates a culture of continual improvement by identifying, quantifying, and implementing efficiency opportunities.
• Maintains a mastery level of technical knowledge of all systems utilized and leverage those systems to their maximum potential.
• Maintain a high level of current knowledge of industry trends, standards, and innovations.

Economic Performance

• A primary responsibility is to achieve the greatest economic performance through adherence to strategic best practices and strategies. The bookstore’s financial performance will be recorded, benchmarked, and reported to division leadership and the bookstore team periodically.
• Produce periodic financial statements and reports.
• Establish annual revenue, expense and capital budgets within University guidelines.
• After hours work, weekend, holiday, and during campus events is required. Backup duties are required, and additional duties as assigned.

Annual salary $68,000 - $71,000. The actual rate will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field. At least five years management/supervisory experience in a college bookstore or equivalent retail setting. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for those with extensive relevant retail management experience.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate employees toward a common goal. A track record of fostering positive change and delivering favorable outcomes, the ability to produce quantitative analysis, both operationally and financially and the acumen to navigate a complex work environment.

Knowledge of merchandising, advertising, marketing, promotion, and display.

Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles to include interpreting financial statements and preparing budget statements.

Technology

• Broad technology background required with experience working in a technology driven work environment.
• Detailed knowledge of retail operations including retail accounting systems/procedures, electronic Point-of-Sale/inventory, and internet and e-commerce systems and applications.
• Experience training and supporting employees’ use of technology.
• Experience creating reports and analyzing data.
• A high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience with other Microsoft Office Applications.

Required Skills

• Excellent leadership and collaboration skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with precise attention to detail required and the highest quality standards.
• Strong communication skills required, including oral, written, and listening skills.
• Demonstrable good judgment and the ability to work under pressure.
• Must be a well-organized, high-energy individual with excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to set priorities, make decisions and work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven ability to develop positive and productive working relationships across divisions.
• Experience with customer service standards and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of the college textbook industry.
• Experience with digital course material inclusive access programs.
• Experience developing innovative programs and services.

Interested applicants must apply online at http://employment.stlawu.edu uploading all required materials which are defined in the “special instructions to applicant” section.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION OPENING

Date of Notice for Tompkins Cortland PAA Members: February 2, 2024

Date of Notice for All Other Applicants: February 16, 2024

POSITION OFFERED: Career Navigator

EMPLOYMENT DATE: April 2024 TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Grant-Funded, Full-Time, 12-Months

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Career Navigator is a passionate and resourceful advocate for students and actively leads and contributes to further improve graduation, retention rates, and career placement of students and alums at Tompkins Cortland Community College, with a special focus on supporting students participating in the Increasing Tourism Career Pathways initiative through the Appalachian Regional Commission. 

The Career Navigator manages a caseload of students by providing academic, career, and personal support and will work closely with participating regional employers sponsoring the students in this program. The position will support students both on campus and onsite at partner employers, with the majority of time spent in the field.

The Career Navigator will support and advise students through the program and provide guidance for students to continue on a career path in the tourism industry. This position reports to the Director of Workforce Development and Continuing Education and collaborates closely with all members of the Workforce Development Career team, Student Services, as well as members of faculty and Academic Affairs, Enrollment Management, and regional employers.

This position is within the Professional Administrators Union. Candidates must currently reside or be willing to relocate to New York State at time of employment. Additionally, maintaining New York State residency will be required for the duration of employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree with a background in secondary education, higher education administration, employer relations, direct client support, social work, counseling, or special education is required. A demonstrated sensitivity to understanding the needs and concerns of a diverse student population--including legal system-involved populations, first-generation college students, adult students, and underrepresented populations--is essential to the hired candidate’s success. One to three years of professional experience in a direct support role in advising, coaching, counseling, teaching, or consulting. Excellent oral and written communication and strong presentation skills with demonstrated ability to develop interpersonal and organizational relationships. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite. Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-focused, detail-oriented environment. Excellent leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to work independently, determine priorities, and meet multiple deadlines. Willingness to travel regionally.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration, Higher Education Leadership, or related degree program. Demonstrated professional experience in a higher education setting focusing on student success and/or advising. Proven experience leading collaborative efforts between multiple constituencies, including faculty, staff, students, and local community members. Understanding of student career development and employer relations best practices. Knowledge of student information systems, such as Slate and Brightspace, and familiarity with online career platforms such as Handshake.

EXPECTED HIRING SALARY RANGE:  $58,458.40-$77,466  Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a College employee, this appointment includes NYS retirement benefit options with a choice of a pension or generous employer match to a 414 retirement plan, attractive Health Care options with 80% of premiums covered by the College, post-retirement health insurance and supportive work-life balance with 16 holidays, 20 vacation and 12 sick days per year along with tuition assistance and ability of application to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) in addition to other benefits offered by the College. Inquire for additional details.

Review of applicants to begin March 1, 2024 and continue until position is filled.

To view the full position description and apply, visit www.tompkinscortland.edu/college-info/employment. 

Note: Additional application materials/essays will be requested.

Tompkins Cortland Community College is a culturally diverse campus with over two decades of strong partnerships with international colleges and universities and a commitment to preparing our students for citizenship in a global society. Tompkins Cortland Community College is accredited by the Board of Regents of the State of New York and by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and awards associate degrees in career-oriented and liberal arts/sciences programs of study. Enrollment is approximately 3,500 students. To learn more about the College, visit our website at www.tompkinscortland.edu. Visa sponsorship not available. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. AA/EOE

Location:Tompkins Cortland Community College is located in the naturally beautiful and culturally rich Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, near Syracuse, Rochester, Ithaca, and Binghamton. The area is host to many colleges, including Cornell University, as well as excellent healthcare, museums, festivals, and business enterprises.

Human Resources Department | P.O. Box 139, 170 North Street | Dryden, NY 13053-0139 

Phone: 607.844.8211 | Fax: 607.844.6551 | tompkinscortland.edu

The State University of New York | Tompkins Cortland Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB TITLE:         Senior Service Technician              

STATUS:               Non-Exempt     

DEPARTMENT:     Operations 

REPORTS TO:      Network Operations Center Manager 

FULL/PART-TIME: Full-Time – Requires on-call hours 

LOCATION:           Syracuse/Hybrid 

SALARY RANGE: :$31.25 To $40.75 Hourly

OUR CULTURE:  

At Northland, we don’t believe in ceilings. We encourage personal and professional development by maintaining a challenging and rewarding work environment. We believe you are the creator of your own destiny and that you will make the most of your career through hard work, dedication, and initiative. 

THE MISSION: 

To ensure that all Northland products and services are supported with the highest level of service. 

SUMMARY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Configure, maintain and troubleshoot all Northland products and services. 
• Provide a great customer experience. 
• Support all internal departments. 

SERVICE TECHNICIAN JOB DUTIES: 

• Complete surveys for all products and services. 
• Manage relationships with all vendors and partners to troubleshoot, setup and configure customers networks. 
• Reserve telephone numbers from an available database and update workbooks. 
• Perform troubleshooting on all products and services. 
• Complete all administrative tasks as required per departmental guidelines. 
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain basic networking environments including Ethernet, TCP/IP, VLANs, DHCP and QoS, POE, Firewalls 
• Install and terminate various types of cabling and associated infrastructure. 
• Work with the technologies and/or platforms related to Northlands core network. 
• Schedule site visits with customer, internal departments, and coordination of MAC work with all pertinent parties (landlords, customers, contractors, internal)  
• Work with and assist customers with deploying software or applications needed to maintain Northland products and services, including operating systems, Windows, MS Office; computer support including PC’s, server hardware, configurations, and troubleshooting. 
• Work with provisioning department on coordinated service orders. 
• Assess customer needs to effectively recommend and provide the best solution.  
• Lead and manage P3-P4 level trouble tickets for all products, services, and third-party applications and triage P1-P2 level tickets with assistance.

SENIOR SERVICE TECHNICIAN JOB DUTIES 

• Includes all essential job duties above and below: 
• Training, assisting, and mentoring other team members. 
• Lead and manage complex and escalated trouble tickets for all products, services, and third-party applications including P1-P2 level tickets. 
• Build and enhance team member relationships by collaborating with all departments to address common issues, make recommendations and assist with facilitating a positive customer experience. 
• Assist with creating and updating internal resources such as knowledge base, SOPS, product manuals. 
• Acquire and maintain training and certifications as required. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None  

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school degree required, Experience with PC required and ability to work independently. 
• A valid driver’s license and transportation  
• Some data related background and ability to setup and troubleshoot networking issues related to VOIP issues. 
• Strong Customer service and communications skills  
• Good working knowledge of Category 3, 5, 5E and 6 voice/data wiring platforms, and industry color codes and standards.

PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Associate degree with 1 –2 years of experience in telephone or electronics experience 
• Familiarity with firewalls and network equipment. 
• Familiarity with hosted phone systems and features   
• Understanding of data networks as applied to VOIP communications. 
• Understanding of voice transmission delivery methods and the types of service provided across copper, fiber, POTS, T1, T3, SIP, CAS, VOIP Transmission, analog transmission, digital transmission etc. 
• Familiarity with high-speed data, what it’s used for and how it’s delivered. 
• Certifications for A+, Network + and Security +

SCORECARD METRICS: 

• Meet the weekly capacity goals of the department. 
• Keep re-dispatched tickets to less than 20% of total dispatched tickets.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: 

A valid driver's license or ability to access transportation to attend work group and organization meetings is necessary. 

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to climb, kneel, crouch, reach, sit, stand, walk, lift, use fingers, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.  
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

EQUIPMENT AND MACHINES USED: 

• Ability to use to use voicemail, telephone, calculator, computer, printer, digital telephone, fax machine, cell phone 
• Ability to use the following software:  Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook Express (E-Mail)  

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

The employee is subject to the following inside and outside environmental conditions: adverse driving conditions, confined spaces, heights, and noise. 

EMPLOYER'S DISCLAIMER: 

• All offers of employment are contingent on successful results from a background check.  If results are not acceptable to the company, the company reserves the right to rescind its conditional offer of employment.   
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee holding this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties required by their office. 
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. 
• We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.