Job Description

Join the Indian River State College Team – Exceptional Benefits Await You!

At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance.

Comprehensive Health Coverage

We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.

We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)

Retirement Plans for a Secure Future

Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options, rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

Generous Paid Time Off

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, personal, and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.

Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services, including tickets to popular attractions in the area.

Professional Growth Opportunities

Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.

Join Our Team as a Program Coordinator for the School of Continuing Education!

Are you passionate about education and looking for a dynamic role that offers variety and impact? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Program Coordinator for the School of Continuing Education (SCE).

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Oversight: Develop, manage and oversee SCE programs, ensuring high-quality delivery and continuous improvement.

• Report Writing & Website Maintenance: Keep our stakeholders informed and our online presence up-to-date.

• Program Development: Innovate and develop new program curricula that meet the needs of our diverse student body and promote these programs to new students and business partners.

• Flexible Work Hours & Travel: Embrace a flexible schedule with occasional travel to branch campuses.

Specific Duties:

• Customized Training & Recruitment: Lead efforts in training, recruitment, and program development.
• Marketing & Special Events: Plan and execute marketing strategies and special events.
• Communication: Engage with current and prospective students, clients, and instructors.
• Proposal Creation: Develop proposals to secure outside funding.
• Budget Management: Prepare budget proposals and manage fiscal requirements.
• Meeting Coordination: Plan, schedule, and conduct meetings and focus groups with industry partners.
• Contract Management: Oversee contracts and ensure compliance.
• Business Reporting: Prepare and present various business reports.
• Training Programs & Evaluations: Conduct training programs and evaluate their effectiveness.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of continuing education.
• Dynamic Environment: Enjoy a varied role with opportunities for professional growth.
• Collaborative Team: Work with a supportive and innovative team dedicated to excellence.

We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment.  If you are ready to make a difference and take on a rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you!

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential job functions and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination of duties relating to the School of Continuing Education (SCE).
• The responsibilities for this position also include overseeing SCE programs, report writing, website maintenance, and curriculum development.
• This position will require flexible work hours as well as occasional travel.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The specific duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Overseeing customized training, recruitment, database, program development, marketing and special events.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Traveling to branch campuses.
• Communicating with current and prospective students, clients and instructors.
• Creating proposals to seek outside funding.
• Determining fiscal requirements and preparing budget proposals.
• Planning, scheduling and conducting meetings.
• Planning and conducting focus group meetings with industry partners.
• Managing contracts.
• Preparing various business reports.
• Developing curricula.
• Conducting training programs.
• Conducting program evaluations; and other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Other Duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

The qualifications and skill requirements for this position include:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business, communications, or management discipline or a closely related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of recent program coordination experience.
• Documentation of successful project experience in a contemporary workplace, public safety environment or educational institution.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Must be a public speaker with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Adept in report writing.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, motivational, and leadership skills.
• Strong skills in sales and marketing.
• Sound use of judgment.
• Skillful problem-solving ability.
• Motivated self-starter with high character and integrity.
• Technology savvy to include proven experience with Microsoft Office and Windows applications.
• Ability to work independently as well as with others.
• Applicants must hold a valid Florida driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds.  It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

Classification

Staff

Supervisory

No

FLSA Exempt

Yes

Employment Type

Temporary With Benefits (Fixed Term)

Compensation and Application Deadline

Pay range starts at: $43,005.22 | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience | Open until filled.