Careers at Suffolk
Suffolk County Community College is a student-focused institution dedicated to excellence, inclusivity, and opportunity. Join a team that empowers a diverse community through academic success, workforce readiness, and meaningful community impact.
Why Work at Suffolk?
Suffolk is the largest community college in the State University of New York (SUNY) system, enrolling more than 22,000 students at its three campuses in Selden, Brentwood, and Riverhead, as well as its Culinary Arts Center in Riverhead.
Established in 1959, the College offers a wide array of associate degrees, including transfer-oriented degrees in the liberal arts and sciences; business; communications and the arts; computing and cybersecurity; health sciences; and many other areas.
Designated by the U.S. Department of Education as a Hispanic Serving Institution, Suffolk enrolls thousands of students in English Language Learning courses, and also serves more service veterans and military-connected students than any other college in the SUNY system.
Our faculty and staff are passionate about serving a diverse student body through personalized support, innovative teaching, and community engagement.
Employee Benefits
Suffolk County Community College offers comprehensive benefits to support your future.
Benefits
- ✔️ Medical Insurance
- ✔️ Dental and Optical Coverage
- ✔️ Defined Benefit Plan (Pension Plan)
- ✔️ Life Insurance
- ✔️ Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave
- ✔️ Paid Holidays
- ✔️ 403(b) and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
- ✔️ Short- & Long-Term Disability
- ✔️ Tuition Reimbursement
- ✔️ Flexible Spending Accounts
- ✔️ Professional Development Support
Additional Benefits
- ✔️ Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- ✔️ SUNY Perks at Work
- ✔️ Discounts on Electronics, Home, Auto & Food
- ✔️ Discounted Tickets for Movies & Shows
- ✔️ Savings on Theme Parks & Sporting Events
- ✔️ Travel Savings on Hotels, Flights & Car Rentals
- ✔️ Deals on Cruises & Vacation Packages
- ✔️ Cultural & Continuing Education Events
- ✔️ Fitness Facilities Access
- ✔️ Discounted On-site Childcare
Employment Opportunities
Interested in working at SUNY Suffolk? We encourage you to apply to our open positions.
What Our Employees Say
"At SUNY Suffolk, collaboration turns challenges into opportunities. I'm inspired by my dedicated colleagues, and in all we do, students are at the center. It's more than a job—it's a shared mission to support student success every day."
-College Associate Dean, Registrar and Master Scheduling
"Research says only 20% of U.S. employees are passionate about their work. At SUNY Suffolk, I'm sure most of my colleagues are in that group. The dedication and collegiality here are why I’ve stayed 33 years—and why I’ll stay until I retire in ten more."
-Professor of Physical Sciences
"Working in Public Safety means being part of a team that puts student success and campus safety first. We all share a common purpose—to educate, protect, and serve our community."
-Director of Fire and Public Safety
"I work with a dedicated team helping students turn potential into possibility. Through the scholarship awarding process, I help make college affordable—and watching students reach their goals is a privilege we all share."
-Specialist II, Suffolk Community College Foundation
"For the past nine years, SUNY Suffolk has been an engaging and rewarding workplace for me. From incredible students to supportive colleagues and a lively campus, it’s truly a place I feel proud to be each day!"
-Secretarial Assistant
"Teaching law at SUNY Suffolk as an adjunct while practicing full-time as an attorney lets me challenge students with real-world police issues and legal issues confronting police action, as well as case law and legal career insights."
-Adjunct Professor
I Teach Because...
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How To Apply
Ready to join our team? Follow the steps below to explore current job openings and submit your application to Suffolk County Community College.
- Browse Available Opportunities – View open positions across our campuses and find the role that aligns with your skills and interests.
- Review Qualifications and Requirements – Carefully read the job description to ensure you're a good match.
- Apply Online – Submit your application online and include all requested documents, such as your resume, cover letter, and references.
