Cornell University, Yang Tan Institute
Management / Strategic Management
Administrative / Grant Preparation
Human Resources
Economics / Applied Economics, I - Health, Education, and Welfare, K - Law and Economics, labor economics (more...)
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Position Description
Work Incentives Associate
– Senior Extension Associate Yang-Tan Institute Position is located in Ithaca, NY, within the ILR School on the
campus of Cornell University, or can be based remotely. The School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University
has an immediate opening for a Senior Extension Associate – Work Incentives Associate in the K. Lisa Yang and Hock
E. Tan Institute on Employment and Disability in the Extension/Outreach
Division. Our Team: The Yang-Tan
Institute (YTI) conducts research and provides continuing education and
technical assistance on many aspects of disability in the workplace. Researchers
and practitioners at YTI have helped companies, labor organizations, government
agencies, schools, and communities throughout the United States and abroad to
accommodate and integrate individuals with disabilities. Our team consults with
business and industry, and with policy makers, educators, disability advocates,
and rehabilitation practitioners. What you
will do: This position works in partnership with the
Program Director to expand the Income and Benefits focus area within YTI. This includes all grant and
contract-sponsored initiatives in this focus area, as well as fee-for-service
efforts. This will include: ·Collaborate
in the support and development of the Work Incentive Practitioner – Certification
(WIP-C), Youth Credentialing (YOUTH-C) and Veterans Credentialing (VET-C)
programs. ·Outreach,
marketing and recruitment for all publicly-offered income and benefit training
programs. ·Relationship
building with federal, state and local agencies to market and contract for
fee-for-service lines of programming. ·Collaboration
and oversight with all related personnel assigned to work in the Income and
Benefits focus area. ·Assist
Director with the support of Income and Benefits Planners who attend the YTI
Online course. Senior Extension Associate is a
full-time, academic, non-tenure track, term position with an initial
appointment through June 30, 2024. The position may be re-appointed based on
recommendations by the appropriate YTI Leadership and Senior Associate Dean for
Outreach, as well as available funding and work. More information about the ILR School can be obtained at our web
site, http://www.ilr.cornell.edu and
the Yang-Tan Institute at http://www.yti.cornell.edu/ What we
need: ·Advanced
degree (Master's, doctoral, or Juris Doctor) in related subject matter
expertise (industrial and labor relations, employment or labor law, human resources
/management /business, organizational behavior/change, economics, workforce
development, vocational rehabilitation, occupational medicine/workplace safety
and health, education, diversity/inclusion, social programming providing cash,
health and other benefits, etc.). ·Minimum
of seven to ten years of experience teaching related courses in college-level
environment, conducting training to relevant target audience, and/or conducting
research in the thematic content area. ·Relevant
professional leadership and network development at the state, regional,
national, and/or international areas in relevant professional, trade, policy,
or public networks. ·Minimum
of one to three years demonstrated experience in promoting thematic area
program teaching, consultation, and research services to regional, state, or
national networks through the use of in-person, print, and electronic mediums. ·Demonstrated
experience in leading teams and mentoring, coaching, and supervising teaching
and/or research personnel and graduate students; five to seven years preferred. ·Occasional
travel required. You
will be a top candidate with our preferred qualifications: ·Terminal
degree in related field. ·Professional
credentials in Benefits Planning disciplinary area, such as appropriate state
and national licensure, certifications, etc., as well as 3 – 5 years working
with and teaching benefits planning materials and providing technical
assistance to planners in the field. ·
Minimum
of three to five years demonstrated experience in large project management
(e.g. several staff and budgets exceeding $500,000). ·Demonstrated
writing ability and scholarly record in the thematic content area (articles in
peer-reviewed journals, articles in trade publications, practitioner journals, research
and project reports, informational brochures, policy briefs, etc.). ·
Minimum
of three to five years demonstrated experience in successful grant writing and
grant management. ·
Minimum
of three to five years’ experience with distance learning. ILR
School Outreach appreciates employees by providing the opportunity to pilot
a nine day per month campus-to-home hybrid schedule. Visa
sponsorship is not available for this position. ILR School provides a salary range of $98,000 to $126,000 commensurate with experience
and qualifications.
To Apply:
Interested parties should submit a vita and letter of application describing qualifications and research agenda, teaching/training experience and diversity & inclusion statement.
Cornell
appreciates employees with great rewards & benefits:
Cornell provides great benefits that include educational benefits, access to a plethora of wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, health care options to choose from, generous paid leave provisions and superior retirement contributions.
Cornell has also been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, well-being, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information click here.
This is an academic, full-time, non-tenure track benefits eligible term opportunity located in Ithaca, NY on the campus of Cornell University, or can be based remotely.
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.
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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified disabled individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act have rights in the application process and in employment under federal law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
Pay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
- Unique applicable skills.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letters (optional)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Letter of Application
- Diversity & Inclusion Statement
Further Info:
ILR School
Dolgen Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853