Tracy A. Archie
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Tracy A. Archie PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Chief Diversity Officer SUNY Erie, Orchard Park, NY (Sep 2018 - Present) A strategic and collaborative leader serving as the chief equal employment opportunity/affirmative action/civil rights officer providing direction, leadership, and oversight of all diversity strategy, workforce development, and organizational climate. (Also serve as the Title IX Coordinator). • Provide leadership and strategic direction for campus-wide diversity initiatives related to equity, diversity, equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. • Oversee the college's compliance with federal, state laws and SUNY's policies related to diversity • Provide consultation, coaching andguidance, direction, expertise to president and members of campus communityon matters relating to diversity, employment, campus climate, and workforce development • Provide guidance and monitor aspects of the employment process to include search committee hiring, recruitment initiatives, new employee orientation, and professional development initiatives • Serve as point of contact for complaints (internal/eternal)of alleged discrimination and, where appropriate, conduct investigations, identify corrective action, coordinate preventive education • Work collaboratively with three campus locations and all departments as it pertains to diversity, equity and inclusion goals. • Promotes communication and influences internal/external partnershipwhile representing the campus and campus diversity efforts in the community • Analyze and track key metrics to identify trends and highlight issues to resolve. • Supervision of department staff and operating budget Coordinator of the Diversity& Inclusion Task Force Finger Lakes Community College, Canandaigua, NY (Jan 2016 - Jan 2018) • Provided leadership, strategic direction, training for SUNY mandate to college employees as it related to diversity, equityand inclusion • Collaborated with the leadership of all college divisions to determine how the work of the Task Force can be integrated into the work of the all divisions. • Collaborated with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Office of Academic Assessment to determine needed data and develop research request to establish measures. • Collaborated with key offices and stakeholders to develop recruitment and transition strategiesfor prospective students. ■ Researched and developed best practices related to diversity and inclusion in the areas of Human Resources hiring practices, diversity, inclusion and equity training for professional staff and faculty and supporting underrepresented students including students of color, LGBTQ students and first generation. ■ Provided recommendations for best practices in recruitment of a diverse student body and best practices for the support of student transition into college. ■ Conducted open forums and information gathering meetings with various stakeholders throughout the college to gather input about the diversity and inclusion needs of the campus. ■ Recommended materials that could be used for education and awareness of issues related to diversity and inclusion for the college community. ■ Worked as a senior leader part of the Academic and Student Affairs leadership team to determine how the work of Task Force can be integrated within the ASA division. • Prepare and submit necessary reports to SUNY regarding division and inclusion activities, recommendations and plans. Tracy A. Archie 2 ■ Developed the content for a diversity web page for the college; collaborate with the Office of Marketing to develop materials. ■ Conducted diversitydialogues, courageous conversations and workshops for faculty, staff and students. ■ Partnerec!- with the offices of Human Resources and Enrollment Management for employee and student recruitment and retention. ■ Presented at the 2016 Association of American Colleges and Universities (AACU) Diversity Conference. Campus Center Administrator Finger Lakes Community College, Canandaigua, NY (Jul 2011-Jan 2016) Provided campus leadership, management and administrative oversight for the Victor Campus Center including functional operations, comprised of enrollment management, academic support, student services, Campus IT, and facilities. Supervised campus center staff and provided leadership for student orientation, advisement and counseling strategies for a diverse student population of over 300 students. ■ Successfully coordinate the delivery of admissions services, educational programs and student support services, including financial aid, student accounts, career services, tutoring, testing, and counseling. ■ Collaborated with faculty and college divisions to develop the annual course schedule and effectively manage campus center resources to accomplish operational goals in support of the 5 year Strategic Plan. ■ Fostered a culture of inclusion, and lead campus center staff in providing student services based on the individual needs of each student, including recognizing, responding and referring students in distress. ■ Managed a $175 annual campus center budget and budget development; and effectively managed spending, and vendor payments. Worked collaboratively with Enrollment Management, Academic and Student Affairs, Professional Development, Continuing Education, faculty and staff to promote and provide access to credit and non-credit courses and special events at the Campus Center. ■ Served as the liaison to College Partners affiliated with the Regional Learning Center, local employers, area high school administrators and other agencies and organizations in scheduling and managing facility resources and courses at the campus center. ■ Coordinated various student centered events for new and prospective students, including transfer fairs, career fairs, health and wellness fairs, technology fairs, homeschooled student events, challenge week, first year student events, student-administrator networking, adult information sessions, and a High School Counselor Breakfast at the campus center. ■ Partnered with Office of Concurrent Enrollment to develop strategies to support the needs of homeschooled students. Assistant Director of Admissions/Transfer Counselor Roberts Wesleyan College, Rochester, NY (Sep 2009 - Jul 2011) Provided programmatic management for the transfer admissions program; fully accountable for facilitating the transfer credit evaluation process between Registration and Admissions for newly admitted students. Functioned as primary point of contact for transfer admissions and student services programs; worked collaboratively with others across divisions. ■ Effectively managed the admissions process workflow for newly admitted students; proactively looked for opportunities to improve operational efficiencies. ■ Evaluated completed student application files and made recommendations to the Director of Admissions regarding the admission decision. ■ Worked with financial aid to coordinate and efficiently package accepted and deposited students. Represented Roberts Wesleyan College at Community Colleges, high schools, college fairs and churches to increase awareness, and provide applicants with detailed information about the college and transfer program. ■ Identified eligible students based on program criteria, and served as liaison between students and Admissions Office. Tracy A. Archie 3 ■ Fostered strong relationships with prospective students, applicants, accepted and deposited students and parents in assigned territory; remained in contact through phone calls, letters, e-mail, social media, community college visits, and receptions. Assisted with the development and coordination of various campus activities that supported the organization's enrollment goals, and increased student engagement. ■ Participated in Preview Days, Transfer Days, Summer Open Houses, and other programs. Director of Post- SecondaryPreparation. Planning & Support Hillside Work Scholarship Connection, Rochester, NY (Aug 2007- Feb 2009) Lead the programming efforts, strategic planning and college prep initiativesfor the Rochester City School District. Hired, supervised and evaluated staff and team of professionals that coordinated programs to assist students in the transition from high school to college. ■ Developed and implemented a post-secondary curriculum for 7-12 grade students to improve their skills and increase awareness of higher education. ■ Interviewed coached and developed departmental employees; assisted staff in developing objective performance measurements to maximize performance and meet their professional goals. Admissions Counselor Monroe Community College, Rochester, NY (Feb 1997 - July 2007) Provided pre-admissions counseling for individuals and groups interested in attending college, both on and off campus. Developed and maintained a thorough knowledge of the college's entrance requirements, curriculum, degree outcomes and financial aid program. Coordinated programming and admissions for targeted groups, including international students, adult learners, and displaced workers. • Managed the admissions process for students including International Students, evaluation of credentials, transfer credits, and financial documents. ■ Worked in the Academic Advising & Counseling Center in the evenings to advise and register students for 10 years. ■ Served as liaison to the Adult Experiential Learning Office and Workforce Development Office; traveled with staff to companies to provide admissions counseling and academic advisement to employees. ■ Managedthe recruitment