Application Deadline
January 26, 2026
 
Full-Time Regular
201503

[C25-081]

Administrative Faculty Program Associate

Institutional Advancement

Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join Institutional Advancement as a full-time Administrative Faculty Program Associate. We seek applicants who are motivated and organized, able to work in a team-oriented environment and provide administrative support for Central’s three Endowed Chairs in the School of Business and Carol A. Ammon College of Liberal Arts and Social Science.

Central Connecticut State University is the first publicly funded university in the state. As we recently celebrated 175 years of academic excellence and innovation, please visit CCSU to learn more.

About CCSU’s Institutional Advancement

The Division of Institutional Advancement is responsible for an integrated, comprehensive external relations program including alumni affairs, constituent relations, community and business relations, and university development. The Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Strategic Partnerships is the chief liaison officer to the CCSU Foundation, Inc.

The Division of Institutional Advancement supports Central Connecticut State University’s mission by securing philanthropic resources, strengthening community and alumni engagement, and cultivating lasting relationships with donors and partners. The department plays a critical role in advancing the university’s strategic priorities through fundraising and external funding.

Position Profile

This entry level full-time position will support Central’s three endowed chairs with their daily operations and assist in advancing institutional priorities. Key responsibilities include data management, reception, event coordination, office correspondence, and meeting preparation and support. The ideal candidate will be expected to have high organizational and time management skills, as well as the ability to maintain confidential information.

Applicant Evaluative Criteria

Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointments based on the following:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Experience and Training:

  • Two (2) years of professional experience in the performance of entry level duties as assigned to designated unit and/or program
    • Note: Graduate Intern and/or Graduate Assistant experience in the area of study and/or practice of the designated unit and/or program shall be prorated as appropriate.
    • Substitution Allowed: Successful completion of an approved Administrative Faculty Trainee program shall substitute for minimal qualifications

Certifications and successful completion of training programs may be required prior to or during appointment

Ideal Candidate

Preference will be given to applicants with the following:

  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook and other programs
  • Experience setting up meetings and managing multiple schedules.
  • Experience collecting and maintaining data
  • Experience drafting emails and documents

To Apply

To begin the application process, select the “Apply” button and electronically submit the following documents by January 26, 2026.

  • Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.
  • Current Résumé
  • Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.

Inquiries may be sent to Elizabeth Roth, Search Committee Chair, at 860-832-1794 or eroth@ccsu.edu.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The Administrative Faculty Program Associate is compensated at the Administrator II salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement.

For more information, please visit SUOAF.

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.

Fringe benefits include: paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.

For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources.

As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.