Coordinator, Community and Lifelong Engagement

Join our team of dedicated employees focused on student success and transformation! ACM is a close knit, family-like work environment who care deeply for each other, just as we do our students. Some of the many benefits of working at ACM include ample paid time off, great retirement and insurance options, on site facilities, and opportunities to connect with the community, co-workers, and students. Allegany College of Maryland's main campus is nestled on beautiful, scenic acres in the mountains of Allegany County - Cumberland, Maryland. A downtown center extends our reach into the heart of the community's business and tourism sector. Our small, attentive college atmosphere engages students of all ages and backgrounds in rich, challenging learning opportunities at all of our campuses. To learn more about the college visit our website here: www.allegany.edu See more about Cumberland, MD here https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/724/Features-of-Cumberland-Maryland Please apply if this sounds like the place for you! Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Basic Statement of Responsibilities This position is responsible for developing, marketing, administering, and evaluating non-credit open enrollment and contract continuing education courses and training programs in assigned areas of responsibility. Duties include program planning, budget management, instructor recruitment and supervision, compliance with COMAR, MHEC, and other applicable regulatory requirements, and maintaining current knowledge of industry trends to ensure programs meet community, workforce, and regulatory needs. Focus areas include youth programs, senior learning, personal enrichment, and cultural development activities that engage the community in alignment with COMAR and college policies. Essential Functions Creates, develops, administers, markets and evaluates courses and programs in the Community and Lifelong Engagement area including; youth programs, senior learning, personal enrichment, and cultural events. Recruits, supervises and evaluates instructors and consultants employed in the Community and Lifelong Engagement program areas. Manages program area budgets and individual project accounts. Maintains course file date on Community and Lifelong Engagement instructor contracts, evaluations, course handouts, course descriptions, CC10's for MHEC and all materials pertinent to each course offering. Contributes to the Continuing Education catalog, brochures, year-end report and other publications as required. Establishes annual goals for Community and Lifelong Engagement and provides quarterly and annual performance reports. Develops and maintains positive relationships with community and professional contacts to determine the need for Community and Lifelong Engagement programming. Represents the program areas to external agencies for the purpose of networking and providing educational services. Implements the state reporting process for Community and Lifelong Engagement. Assures the COMAR, MHEC and college policies and procedures are followed. Attends professional staff meeting and related professional meetings both on and off campus. Maintains communication with the Director and reports all new developments in program areas. Maintains good working relationships with professional and support staff members in the Center for Continuing Education and throughout the College. Maintains current on local, state, and national information and trends in program area. Other duties assigned. Education, Experience, and Specialized Skills Bachelor's degree required. A minimum of three (3) years of experience in program management, workforce development, or a related field is strongly preferred, though equivalent experience in a relevant professional field may be considered. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must demonstrate strong organizational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently, collaboratively, and creatively. Ability to learn and use Microsoft Office Suite and other college systems, basic knowledge of instructional technology. Ability to plan and coordinate long-term projects. Financial planning and budget management skills and the ability to market and promote programs effectively. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills are essential for working with both internal and external partners. Possess solid mathematical, computer, and problem-solving skills, and be able to operate office systems efficiently. Knowledge of formula development for spreadsheet and database functions required. Allegany College of Maryland is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to its faculty, staff, and job applicants through non-discrimination in its employment practices including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotional opportunities, compensation, discipline, and termination. The college complies with all applicable equal opportunity requirements and county, state, and federal law regarding provision of equal employment opportunity.