Community Education Coordinator - PT

Under the general supervision and direction of the Dean of Continuing Education, the Community Education Coordinator will manage, direct, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate various noncredit community education programs in the Beatrice and Gage County region. This is a part-time regular position.

Essential Functions

Program Development:

* Identify community needs and interests through surveys, focus groups, and other research methods.

* Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop and design educational courses and create relevant and engaging content.

Coordination and Administration:

* Schedule and coordinate classes, workshops, and events, ensuring appropriate facilities and resources are available.

* Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making adjustments as necessary to improve quality and participation.

* Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with all adjuncts, divisions, and programs throughout the college.

Supervise Adjunct Faculty

* Interview, hire, orient, and evaluate individuals assigned to teach community education courses.

* Assign pay rates and initiate payroll for instructors and support personnel.

* Ensure that required personnel records are completed and provided to the proper College Office within the established time frame.

Marketing and Promotion:

* Maintain relationships with local organizations, businesses, and media to enhance program visibility.

* In coordination with the Dean of Continuing Education and the Director of Life & Leisure, develop and implement marketing strategies to promote community education programs.

* In collaboration with SCC's Marketing Department, initiate and provide feedback for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, and social media content.

Community Engagement:

* Serve as a liaison between the college and the community, fostering partnerships and collaborations.

* Attend community events and meetings to promote educational opportunities and gather feedback.

* Create advisory groups to assist in program development and evaluation.

* Provide excellent customer service to students, instructors, staff, and community members.

Budget and Financial Management:

* Develop and manage the budget for community education programs.

* Seek funding opportunities, including sponsor ships, to support program initiatives.

* Monitor expenditures and ensure programs are financially sustainable.

Participate in the Division Management Team

* Participate with Continuing Education Directors and the Dean to develop division goals, evaluate and formulate division operating procedures and policies, and assess the overall performance of the division.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Marginal Functions

* Maintain inventory of supplies.

* Participate in activities as assigned.

* Identify sources of outside funding, and as appropriate, work with the Grant Department to apply for such funds.

* May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.

* Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.

* Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge and experience in recruiting, screening, interviewing, hiring, supervising, and evaluating staff.

* Ability to create and monitor the program budgets and apply sound fiscal management practices.

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