Workforce Development and Continuing Education Coordinator (Allied Health) at Connecticut State Community College in Bridgeport, CT

Job description

About CT State Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State Position Details Posted: September 9, 2026 Level: Community College Professional 18, 12-month, tenure track position Employment Type: Standard Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: January 2027 Work Location: CT State Housatonic (900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport CT 06604) Work Modality: On-site; Position is not remote Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by October 7, 2026. Position Summary Connecticut State Community College offers two-year liberal arts degree programs and a broad range of career, occupational and technical certificate and short-term programs in order to meet the varied learning needs of the populations served. Among those programs are workforce development and continuing education courses in subject areas which assist learners in improving and increasing their skills in occupational and professional fields as well as programs for personal interest or enrichment. Some of these programs include training and education services for state agencies. Several of the programs are conducted during evenings or weekends for the convenience of learners. The position performs administrative services for workforce development and continuing education programs and courses at a Community College Campus. The work encompasses such services as assessing public interests in workforce development and continuing education, course development, publicity, program administration and program evaluation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Director of Workforce Development and Continuing Education, the Workforce Development and Continuing Education Coordinator is accountable for administration of the Campus workforce development and continuing education programs and courses through effective performance in these essential functional areas: Key responsibilities include: Program planning and development Administrative services Publicity and marketing Program evaluation Additional responsibilities include: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies Service on assigned committees and task forces Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends. This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in an appropriately related field, one (1) or more years of experience applying those disciplines in a field related to education administration, business, or training and development; or a combination of education, training, and experience that would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Training program design in an adult/youth learning environment Academic and office administration Marketing, publicity writing or a related field. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) Preferred Qualifications Two (2) or more years of experience developing and coordinating non-credit allied health t