Job Description:

Function of Position:

The Outreach Coordinator supports the Optical Systems Technology program and reports to the Chair of the Optical Systems Technology program. The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for recruiting students into degree and certificate programs in the College's Optical Systems Technology department. The Outreach Coordinator's primary responsibility will be networking with primary and high schools, BOCES, employers, community organizations, affinity groups, and veterans' organizations throughout Rochester NY region to attract students to the College's Optical Systems Technology program. This individual will support the department faculty with registration, enrollment, and advisement of potential and current students who are concentrating in the Optics discipline.

• This is a 12-month, grant funded position contingent upon availability of grant funding and performance reviews (DEEPER OPS Grant)

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Recruit students into degree and certificate Optical Systems Technology programs
• Provide and implement a recruitment strategy and calendar for the Optical Systems Technology faculty and Department Chair
• Schedule and attend recruitment events with the Admissions Office and EDIWS staff
• Coordinate all aspects of distributing information to schools, employers, and organizations in consultation with the Admissions Office and EDIWS Marketing staff
• Coordinate, implement, and keep records of visits and presentations to schools, employers, and organizations
• Coordinate all administrative aspects of high school dual enrollment courses between high schools, Optical Systems Technology faculty, and Dual Enrollment staff
• Develop and implement a strategy to increase dual enrollment high school programs
• Schedule, conduct, and maintain records for visits, presentations, and tours of Optical Systems Technology department labs
• Coordinate tours by the Admissions Office in conjunction with visits and tours of the Optical Systems Technology program
• Develop marketing plans and annually update the department's information packets, brochures, handouts, and progress reports
• Coordinate tours of regional industry sites for faculty, staff, enrolled MCC Students, dual enrollment teachers, high school students, and their families
• Hold orientations once a month for the Optical Systems Technology department
• Assist with the admissions process and work closely with other College offices to address issues with students entering the Optical Systems Technology program
• Follow up on student applications with Admissions and students
• Provide student intake and retention metrics, among others
• Attend Optical Systems Technology Advisory Board meetings
• Assist with grant proposal for additional funds, upon availability
• Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Department Chair

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited higher education institution
• Ability to research, develop, implement, and assess recruitment strategies
• Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills
• Effective communication, customer service, and presentation skills
• Self-starter individual who is highly motived
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Flexible and able to travel to various work locations, job fairs, schools, companies, organizations, and other events as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned master's degree from an accredited higher education institution
• Previous academic experience
• Experience in fostering academic success among underserved, diverse student populations and clients of the College
• Knowledge of DegreeWorks, INB Banner System, and Self-Service Banner
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity and college budget. This position has a range of $52,000 to $83,308 and is based on these mentioned factors.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

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Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online

Applicants MUST submit the following documents* to be considered for this position:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

• Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing your foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S

Please note: As part of the application process all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.