Full-time Staff: Career Technical Education Coordinator - Kirtland, Ohio, United States

Lakeland Community College is seeking candidates for a Career Technical Education Coordinator. This role will work under the direct supervision of the Executive Director for Workforce Development and Employer Relations to promote Career Technical Education and provide outreach to ...

Job description

Lakeland Community College is seeking candidates for a Career Technical Education Coordinator. This role will work under the direct supervision of the Executive Director for Workforce Development and Employer Relations to promote Career Technical Education and provide outreach to aspiring CTE students.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Non-inclusive):

• Promote Career Technical Education (CTE) by serving as point of contact for all areas related to Career Technical Education, attend and represent the College at local, regional, and state CTE-related meetings (BAC, ESC, Advisory Councils, Expos), as requested - coordinate with Admissions 
• Collaborate with Lakeland Deans and Department Coordinators regarding pathways, industry credentials and college credit opportunities for CTE programs (CCP, bilateral, CTAGs and ITAGs)
• Engage and collaborate with local stakeholders, including school districts, business advisory councils, Lakeland faculty, and industry partners 
• Establish and maintain bilateral agreements 
• Provide outreach and transition support to CTE students and parents, including classroom visits, information sessions, and communication on post-secondary pathways and college credit opportunities 
• Prepare, proofread, and distribute correspondence, reports, presentations, and meeting materials
• Contribute to regional and institutional reporting and grant deliverables, including CPSN and annual reports, as requested
• Assist with special projects for ODE, ODHE, CPSN and Executive Director, as requested 
• Attend local parent/teacher/counselor/business information sessions, as requested
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of partnerships, contacts, and program outcomes using CRM or project management tools
• Submit CTAG and ITAG courses/credentials into CEMS System 
• Collaborate with the CCP Office for CCP courses offered in CTE programs 
• Assist in hiring adjunct professors for CTE/CCP courses, as requested 
• Support CSPN with CTE-26 applicand Perkins/CLNA applications, as requested 
• Promote on-campus activities, especially those that promote CTE pathways and opportunities 
• Engage employers and industry for input on industry credential, certificate and degree pathway opportunities 
• Support budget tracking, invoice processing, travel and purchase requisitions related to Workforce and CTE
• Prepare, proofread, and distribute correspondence, reports, presentations, and meeting materials
• Collect and organize data for workforce reports, grants, and post-secondary initiatives
• Support the initiatives of Executive Director for Workforce Development and Employer Relations, as requested 
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and follow-ups to ensure alignment with Workforce and CTE goals
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training and Experience  

Required:

• Bachelor's degree 

Preferred: 

• Three (3) years' experience working in a public secondary and/or post educational institution.
• Work experience in career and technical education and/or workforce development that involves evaluation and developing curriculum

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment including database software (Microsoft Access and Excel) 
• Skills in oral and written communications; listening and conveying information. 
• Basic principles of marketing and public speaking 
• Ability to work independently and to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships 
• Ability to adapt to changes.

Physical Activity Level 

• Medium – Work requires lifting 20 lbs. frequently; 20+ lbs. occasionally and frequently walking or standing for long periods of time 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• This is a full-time, continuing status staff position.
• The hourly rate is in grade 08A of the Staff Salary Schedule. The anticipated hiring range is $20.94/hour – $24/hour.
• This position requires the incumbent to have a valid Ohio driver's license and a driving record which qualifies the driver under the College's insurance program to travel independently to various locations within the state. 
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
•  The College offers generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, vacation and personal days, along with holiday and sick time. See Benefits for Full-time Staff. 
• Please note: The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s). 

APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply for this position through the college's Human Resources website. Please be prepared to do the following:

• Answer all questions in the college's employment application (*please read the note below)
• Attach a current resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications for this position.
• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, application review will begin immediately.

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Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to a policy of equal opportunity in its employment practices. The College does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, disability, age, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability that requires special accommodation to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at

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