About American International College:

American International College is a private, coeducational institution of higher education located on a 88 acre campus in Springfield, Massachusetts. The campus has 42 buildings on two sites approximately 1/2 mile apart with a total of approximately 888,000 gross square feet. Included in the inventory of buildings are student residences for a resident population of 900 students. Founded in 1885, the College has approximately 2200 graduate and undergraduate students. AIC offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs through the Schools of Business, Arts and Sciences; Health Sciences; and Education. The mission of the College is to transform student lives through career focused learning, with a strong foundation in the liberal arts, a commitment to serving the community, and a high level of involvement in the global economy.

AIC strives to create a diverse and inclusive campus community that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve. We are an EEO employer and we welcome applications from individuals for positions where they are underrepresented.

Job Description:

The Guided Readiness Opportunities for the Workforce and You (GROW-You) Initiative at AIC aims to support students returning to complete certificate and degree programs. In partnership with the City of Springfield, we have been awarded approximately $270,000 grant to create this innovative program. GROW-You offers a multitude of support services, including direct financial aid, to bring students back into the educational fold. Our focus areas include health, education, and public safety. As a Program Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in reinvigorating our student community, ensuring their success, and contributing to the economic growth of Springfield. If successful, this program could serve as a model for colleges nationwide.

• Develop and nurture partnerships with community agencies, employers, and educational institutions to support program implementation and participant success
• Oversee program implementation, including curriculum development, delivery, and evaluation, to ensure alignment with goals and objectives.
• Organize outreach activities, including information sessions, workshops, and community events, to raise awareness and attract diverse participants.
• Lead recruitment efforts through targeted strategies and multichannel approaches to reach prospective candidates.
• Provide comprehensive support services, including academic advising, financial aid assistance, and career counseling, to guide participants through the enrollment process.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and collaboration to align program objectives with community needs and industry trends.
• Establish monitoring mechanisms to track program activities, participant progress, and key performance indicators for continuous improvement.
• Prepare progress reports and final evaluations to communicate program outcomes, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders and partners.
• Other duties as assigned by Dean.

Requirements:

• Required Degree(s): Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Degree(s): Master's Degree
• Required Field of Expertise: Program management experience in higher education
• Preferred Field of Expertise: Grant Reporting

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Writes clearly and persuasively; effective oral and written communication with all stakeholders, funding agencies, or agents; administrators, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to collect, synthesize, and analyze data about the institution and its impact. Ability to understand, create, and manage budgets and fund accounting.
• Must be able to work in a diverse environment with the ability to multi-task and be the project manager on several grants simultaneously. Must be able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web search tools is required.
• Ability to represent the college in interacting with community organizations and grow a network of partners is essential.

Additional Information:

This is a three year grant funded position from City of Springfield ARPA funds

Work Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt-level, benefit-eligible position. Normal office hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, flexible to the needs of the department.

AIC reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

AIC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants should save and submit the following documents with the online application.

• Brief cover letter
• Current resume
• Contact information for three professional references (one of which must be a current or prior supervisor)

Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled.