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Job Title Program Coordinator, Accounting and Finance Posting Number 2791 Job Schedule Full Time Job Shift Varied OCR Code / Classification 2 - Instructor - Faculty Min Salary Max Salary Work Location Main Campus
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Program Coordinator, Accounting and Finance, will be a member of a diverse team that supports student achievement and success from recruitment through graduation and beyond, advancing equitable economic mobility, personal empowerment, and transformed communities. A Program Coordinator is a full-time instructor who is given administrative release time to support student achievement and success from recruitment through graduation and beyond, advancing equitable economic mobility, personal empowerment, and transformed communities.
The Program Coordinator conducts college courses at appropriate quality for undergraduate students as assigned by the Department Chair and approved by the Dean. The Program Coordinator facilitates the learning process by designing and implementing appropriate, meaningful, and equitable instructional activities, and by drawing from the scholarships of teaching and learning and cultivating a supportive learning environment that allows students to think critically and experiment. The Program Coordinator evaluates student learning by creating and implementing well-designed assessment tools. Additionally, the Program Coordinator participates in curriculum development, mentoring of students, helps students connect with academic and non-academic supports services as needed, and engages in institutional service, professional development, and other duties assigned by the Department Chair and Dean. The Program Coordinator also keeps accurate records pertaining to students and adheres to all institutional policies and procedures.
In addition to carrying out the duties of an Instructor, the Program Coordinator provides coordination, oversight and leadership for the assigned academic program or discipline. The Program Coordinator is also responsible for program development, equipment and facilities, personnel, and financial responsibilities. A Program Coordinator will be assigned a teaching load in his/her field of expertise under the approval of the Department Chair and Divisional Dean.
This is a 10-month faculty position in which the individual will teach courses primarily in the Accounting and Finance Programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree or higher in Accounting or related field with 18 credit hours of accounting
Willingness and ability to travel and work at offsite center locations as necessary
Willingness and ability to teach face-to-face classes, online asynchronous, and online synchronous classes
Flexibility to teach morning, afternoon, evening, online, and weekend classes as needed
Ability to work in a diverse environment
Experience with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace, spreadsheets, presentation and collaboration apps and software
Preferred Qualifications
Accounting certification (CPA or CMA).
Experience teaching in higher education.
Experience with distance learning technologies.
Knowledge and experience with de-escalation techniques.
Essential Duties
Divisional Administration
Assume responsibility for the structure as well as the daily operation of the program/discipline, including organization, administration, periodic review and evaluation, continued development, and general effectiveness
Assume a leadership role in the continued development of the program/discipline, including an ongoing process for periodic and systematic review of program effectiveness together with methodology for program revision based on the results of these reviews
Make recommendations to Department Chairperson for selection of supplies, equipment, equipment repairs, textbooks for courses of study, and the scheduling of classroom and laboratory facilities
Approve requests for supplies, equipment, and instructional materials as appropriate
Assure the availability of supplies, equipment, and instructional materials to program faculty
Recommend and approve textbooks for adoption and supplementary materials for acquisition to the Department Chairperson as appropriate
Work with the college bookstore and textbook publishers to order appropriate course materials
Assist the Department Chairperson in the preparation and supervision of departmental program/discipline budgets
Compile resources of specialized materials for outside reading assignments
Teaching and Learning
Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as recommended by the Department Chair and approved by the Dean
Facilitate the learning process by designing and implementing inclusive instructional activities that are appropriate and meaningful and that maximize equitable student outcomes
Adhere to the departmental course guidelines and ensure that content includes program, state, and SACSCOC-approved competencies
Assume responsibility for accurately maintaining all required college records, including attendance and grade reports
Compile resources of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
Assess student learning using appropriate modalities
Appropriately utilize learning management system tools as required by the college and/or department
Maintain, review, and update course descriptions, objectives, and syllabi for courses of instruction
Incorporate inclusive content and work to eliminate discriminatory and exclusionary content from curriculum
Intentionally design learning experiences that extend beyond facilitating classroom instruction and assist students in achieving course, program, and degree outcomes
Embrace Forsyth Techs mission, vision and core values
Faculty Development
Recommend instructors teaching assignments to the Department Chairperson
Support new instructors and assist in orienting them to the jobs responsibilities and to the Colleges operations and policies
Recruit, recommend for employment and supervise part-time instructors
Assists with interviews and recommends for employment and mentor full-time faculty
Work with Human Resources in the hiring process to complete all paperwork for new part-time instructors
Assist in employee evaluation through classroom observation as requested by the Department Chairperson
Communicate new and updated policies as needed
Coordinate interdepartmental goals to ensure alignment with college goals and vision
Coach and provide ongoing performance feedback to employees, set realistic and measurable performance goals and ensure employees have appropriate professional development opportunities
Effectively manage performance and assist employees to meet established College standards and expectations
Provide leadership of assigned team, lead efforts in recruitment, interviewing, and training employees; plan, assign, and direct departmental work
Student Success
Proactively connect with students to provide mentoring and coaching to achieve academic and career goals
Contribute to student success as a part of the care team for each student
Provide practical suggestions to students to improve academic performance
Encourage students to discuss and share academic problems and brainstorm solutions
Support students by listening to concerns, providing moral support, identifying, and addressing problems, and connecting with support services
Learn, utilize, and maintain proficiency with program requirements and tools, including the colleges student success portal, computer information system, and learning management systems among others
Attend training sessions, workshops, conferences, and professional meetings
Maintain appropriate student hours in accordance with school policies
Participate in departmental activities related to revising and updating the Program(s) and the development of new courses in the area of expertise
Engage in curriculum and program development that incorporates current educational theories and research
Enhance student academic success initiatives to improve completion, retention, and equity of success in instructional areas of the College
Contributions to Community
Work as part of a cohesive, innovative, and high-performing team
Serve on action teams, councils, and other college work groups as required
Make constructive contributions to the shared vision of the college by engaging in work groups and shared leadership across campus
Actively participate in student recruitment, engagement, retention, and completion efforts
Maintain contact with specialized vocations where applicable
Pursue public relations opportunities and use these to promote the College and the Department
Assist in planning and conducting advisory committee and/or business leadership team meetings
Represent the College and Program at recruiting events as needed
Understand the strengths and growth opportunities of the communities that the College serves
Responsible for working with the Colleges Educational Partnerships team to recruit students into programs within their divisions
Continuous Development
Develop a professional development plan that for approval by the supervisor and participate in those professional development activities that are approved.
Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for position.
Maintain membership and participation in professional organizations.
Pursue continuous improvement in the areas of subject matter expertise; teaching and learning; the use of educational technology; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and other areas related to the strategic goals of the College
Read professional literature to remain informed of the latest research aligned with their work and connected to higher education
Keep abreast of current technology required by the College
Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information
Physical Demands
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 04/28/2026 Close Date 06/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
If you need assistance, please contact HR at 336-734-7302.
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