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About the Role

The College of Staten Island seeks an experienced senior manager with a strong background in entrepreneurship and economic development to serve as Director of the CSI Innovation Hub. The Director will shape and execute the strategic vision for the Hub and the CSI Tech Incubator, oversee its 4,000 sq. ft. facility and technology labs, and lead a team of full-time and part-time staff and interns. The Director will build partnerships across the College, industry, local schools, and the Staten Island community, secure public and private funding, and be accountable for measurable outcomes in entrepreneurship, workforce development, and student success.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic plans that expand the Hub’s impact on entrepreneurship, workforce development, community engagement, and education.
Design, implement, and evaluate programs for Hub members, students, and the community.
Recruit, supervise, and develop a team of full-time and part-time staff and interns.
Provide and coordinate business development services for Hub members and incubator companies.
Manage relationships with technology and industry partners and oversee the integration of emerging technologies.
Collaborate with faculty, academic departments, and student services to integrate entrepreneurship into curriculum, research, and experiential learning.
Develop partnerships with local K-12 schools and youth-serving organizations to introduce students and young entrepreneurs to entrepreneurship.
Build and maintain partnerships with local businesses, government agencies, economic development organizations, and community stakeholders.
Identify and secure funding from public and private sources, including writing grant proposals and cultivating sponsors.
Oversee marketing, branding, and outreach to promote the Hub’s services.
Establish and track key performance indicators and report outcomes.
Manage the Hub’s budget and day-to-day operations, including the facility, technology labs, membership, and space scheduling.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree is required.
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience, including at least 3 years managing a department, division, or multi-program operation with full responsibility for its staff, budget, and outcomes.
Substantial experience in entrepreneurship support, business development, economic development, or incubator/accelerator management.
Demonstrated experience directly supervising multiple full-time employees, including hiring, performance management, and staff development.
Experience managing an annual operating budget of $500,000 or more.
Experience working within a large, complex organization.
Proven track record of securing grants and other funding from public and private sources.
Experience designing and delivering programs for entrepreneurs, small businesses, or students.
Ability to collect, analyze, and report on program data and performance metrics.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment while working collaboratively.
Skill in developing new workflows and business processes.
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Skills

Entrepreneurship
Economic development
Business development
Incubator/accelerator management
Grant writing
Budget management
Team leadership
Partnership building
Marketing
Data analysis
Artificial intelligence
Robotics
Virtual and augmented reality

Location

Staten Island

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior manager
7 years of professional experience
3 years of management experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree in business, public administration, or a related field (preferred)

Salary/Compensations

$120,000 - $130,000

Benefits

RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

About the Company

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is dedicated to providing services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.
Grounded in the Liberal Arts tradition, the College of Staten Island (CSI) is committed to the highest standards in teaching, research, and scholarship.
The CSI Innovation Hub at the College of Staten Island serves as a central driver of entrepreneurship, workforce development, and emerging technology integration on Staten Island.
Anchored by the CSI Tech Incubator, the Hub supports founders, small businesses, and students through hands-on mentorship, targeted programming, and access to critical resources.

Equal Opportunity

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer.
It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.