USCG Curriculum, Compliance, and Auditing Coordinator

San Jacinto College•La Porte, TX

About The Position

The USCG Curriculum, Compliance, and Auditing Coordinator supports the success of the Maritime Campus department by coordinating requirements for U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved training courses and programs. The role tracks regulatory guidance, manages curriculum processes, aligns curriculum with credentialing criteria, and ensures accurate and complete filing of student and program records with the USCG. The coordinator maintains contact with the National Maritime Center (NMC) and Regional Exam Center (REC), assists with the annual USCG program audit, and coordinates curriculum renewal, modification, and midterm audit processes under Quality System Standards. The position works with subject matter experts, faculty, and directors to prepare course and personnel approval submissions, maintain student certificate records, and assist students and industry partners with applications for MMC endorsements, ratings, and licenses. The role may also counsel students, coordinate with the Maritime Equipment Operator on teaching aids, and participate in outreach activities. Remote work is limited and requires appropriate approvals and compliance with College policies, procedures, and needs.

Requirements

Associate degree.
Experience with USCG curriculum development and/or USCG credentialing.
Experience in program management, including communication and scheduling with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience maintaining documentation related to regulatory compliance activities.
Thorough knowledge of USCG rules and regulations.
Knowledge of adult learning theory and appropriate curriculum development.
Skill in course delivery that supports student success.
Professional written communication skills.
Ability to research and identify appropriate ancillary materials for effective course delivery.
Ability to multitask across projects, solve complex problems, and make decisions.
Ability to work as a team member, work under stress, and process information quickly.
Ability to listen effectively, remain determined, and be self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or a related field.
Five or more years of experience working in the maritime industry.
Three or more years of instructor experience in maritime-related training.
Five or more years of writing materials for USCG-approved courses.
Merchant Mariner Credential.

Responsibilities

Maintain contact with the National Maritime Center to stay current on changes or potential changes to USCG requirements and support proactive updates to course materials and programs.
Maintain contact with the Regional Exam Center, assist with preparation for the annual USCG program audit, and coordinate with departments on audit tasks.
Manage Quality System Standards curriculum processes, including course renewal schedules, course modification requests, and midterm course audits.
Work with subject matter experts to ensure required curriculum components are complete for submission to the USCG.
Support faculty with course modification submissions as needed.
Work with directors to prepare USCG approvals for courses, instructors, Quality Assurance personnel, and Designated Examiners.
Ensure student certificates are appropriately filed with the USCG.
Assist students and industry partners with submissions to the NMC for MMC endorsements, ratings, and/or licenses.
Counsel students as needed.
Coordinate with the Maritime Equipment Operator to ensure USCG-approved teaching aids are in good working condition for classes.
Participate in outreach activities as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.