Project Coordinator

Compensation:

$55,495 annually

This is a fixed-term position through 06/30/2025 with the possibility of an extension through 06/30/2027.

Compensation Type:

Exempt

Employment Type:

Regular

Grade:

E04

Position Summary

This position is responsible for coordinating and promoting the Center for Workforce Development offerings and supporting students in pursuing workforce training courses, apprentices, and internships as mandated by the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) House Bill 2 (HB2) Implementation Plan.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Ensure that all project aspects are organized and in compliance with the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) House Bill 2 (HB2) Implementation Plan.

• Manages and maintains confidential records and files of the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) House Bill 2 (HB2) Implementation Plan project.

• Coordinate internal and external resources, ensuring that projects remain within scope, schedule, and budget.

• Collaborates with industry partners, instructors, coordinators, and Career Center to assist students and employers in developing workforce training courses, certifications, internships, apprenticeships, and talent search/placement opportunities.

• Administer the progress of the project staff's daily activities, roles, and staff to ensure milestones are met.

• Records and reports the project’s life cycle and creates reports for the Director of Continuing Education.

• Identify and report issues or risks and resolve procedure problems.

• Expand awareness of the New Mexico Higher Education Department House Bill 2 Implementation Plan to the community of potential students and employers by promoting the program through various outreach efforts.

• Assists, reviews, and submits the monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual reports to the Director of Continuing Education before submitting them to the New Mexico Higher Education Department.

• Collect and examine data regularly and ensure data integrity.

• Performs related duties as requested.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of project management, collaboration, and reporting.

• Knowledge of creating, managing, and reporting budget expenses.

• Knowledge of College internships and apprenticeship programs.

• Knowledge of College policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of leadership and team management.

• Skill in decision-making and problem-solving.

• Skill in active listening, attentive to the needs of industry partners and students.

• Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with executives and the general public.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.

• Skill in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Director of Continuing Education assigns work regarding the NMHED HB2 Implementation Plan’s goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of the Project Coordinator's activities.

GUIDELINES

The guidelines include New Mexico Higher Education Department policies and procedures, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act standards, and college policies and procedures. They require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of supporting students in pursuing workforce training courses, apprentices, and internships as mandated by the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) House Bill 2 (HB2) Implementation Plan.

• The purpose of this position is to support the NMHED House Bill 2 Implementation Plan through industry relations. Success in this position contributes to the efficient and effective education, job placement, and quality standard of practice of apprenticeships and internships of student experiences.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with industry partners, professionals, prospective students, other college personnel, faculty, staff, current students, and members of the general public.

• Contacts are typically to identify and analyze needs, give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, negotiate or settle matters, or influence and motivate others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed at a desk or table or intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects.

• The work is typically performed in an office and classroom.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

In support of the Director of Continuing Education, this position will provide guidance to the Industry Liaison and Data Management Analyst.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.

The following REQUIRED documents must be submitted with application in order to be considered. Upload all required documents under the Application Questions 2 section for "Additional Documents Required".

• Cover Letter (Required)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume (Required)
• Unofficial transcripts showing conferred degree (Required)
• List of 3 Supervisor References. (Required)
• Letters of Recommendation (Optional)

This position will remain open until filled with the first review of applications occurring on Monday, December 2, 2024.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,495.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Project management: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Farmington, NM 87402 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Farmington, NM 87402: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,495