Program Coordinator (Early College)

$56,199 - $79,407/Yr

Kern Community College District - Tehachapi, CA

Full-time

Tehachapi, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Program Coordinator (Early College) at Kern Community College District is responsible for coordinating the maintenance and implementation of an assigned program aimed at assisting students in achieving their educational, vocational, and personal growth goals. This role involves developing orientations, workshops, and community outreach activities, as well as monitoring student progress and providing guidance throughout their academic journey.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the administration of an assigned program; initiate and coordinate activities designed to achieve departmental/program goals.
• Develop and coordinate orientations, seminars, and workshops designed to familiarize students with educational and career opportunities.
• Assist in coordinating a public information and relations program to familiarize students with the services and programs at the college; develop and coordinate community outreach activities.
• Monitor student progress and perform follow-up surveys on programs, courses, and student success.
• Advise and assist students with enrollment procedures; promote student retention through support, encouragement, and guidance; participate in coordinating program with outside participating agencies.
• Advise and assist students in need with obtaining student services from campus and/or community resources through referral to these offices or agencies; support internship programs as assigned.
• Participate in the educational advising training program.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree and two years of increasingly responsible program planning experience, including experience working with students in an academic environment.
• Knowledge of college application and enrollment procedures.
• Knowledge of student services available at the college.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Knowledge of uses and applications of computer equipment.
• Knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Ability to communicate information to individuals and small groups.
• Ability to interpret and apply the policies and procedures of the college and assigned program.
• Ability to interact with and motivate others.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.