COORDINATOR FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE 097

COORDINATOR

• FIRST

YEAR EXPERIENCE 097

Reports To Chairperson Faculty Discipline N/A

• Not Applicable Faculty is eligible for Tenure Track? Funding Source Functions and Responsibilities Job Summary Under the supervision of the Chairperson of Business or designee, the coordinator
• First Year Experience 097 has administrative responsibilities to develop, implement, and assess programs and initiatives that support the successful transition, retention, and engagement of first-year students. This position offers a competitive salary range of $50,000
• $55,000, along with a comprehensive college benefits package.

Benefits include: Health, dental, and vision coverage Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Pension and retirement plans Tuition waiver programs Opportunities for professional growth Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven college community. Supervisory Role Oral and written instructions are received from Chairperson of Business or designee. Duties & Responsibilities 1. Design, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of the First-Year Experience program, including orientation, student success workshops, learning communities, and first-year seminars. 2. Collaborate with faculty to integrate FYE learning outcomes into curriculum and co-curricular activities. 3. Serve as a resource and advocate for first-year students, providing individual guidance and referrals to campus resources. 4. Monitor student participation, engagement, and progress, intervening as appropriate to support student success 5. Represent the FYE program on campus committees and in external professional organizations 6. Prepare reports and recommend improvements to strengthen FYE. 7. Participate in department and/or student led initiatives. Assist in the assessment of the efficiency and satisfaction of these initiatives. 8. Maintain strict confidentiality and security of staff, and client records. 9. Develop and implement assessment tools to evaluate FYE initiatives, student outcomes, and program effectiveness 10. Perform other related duties as required Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

• Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
• Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods of time.
• Move between buildings.
• Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie.
• Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
• Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers, keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls.
• Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift.

Additional Requirements Minimum Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities 1. Master's degree. 2. Experience in program coordination, preferably in an academic environment of higher education. 3. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. 4. Demonstrated knowledge of academic programs offered in the Business Division. 5. Demonstrated knowledge in evaluation and assessment of offerings. 6. Working knowledge of computer software applications, preferably Microsoft Office. 7. Demonstrated ability to work independently, under pressure, to prioritize assignments and to exercise judgement at all times. 8. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. 9. Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. Education Requirements Master's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.) Preferred Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities 1. Master's degree in related area. 2. Two or more years' experience in working directly with students and faculty, preferably in higher education at the community college level. Education Requirements Master's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.) Posting Details Posting Information Open Date 04/28/2026 Open Until Filled No Close Date 05/15/2026 Special Instructions Summary Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Essex County College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.