Work-Based Learning and Special Program Coordinator

Work-Based Learning and Special Program Coordinator

Salary

$75,000.00 Annually

Location

TSCC - 1225 Air Base Blvd, Montgomery, AL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

08852

College/Division

TSCC-401012-Academic Admin-Career & Technical

Opening Date

11/04/2026

Closing Date

11/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

Campus Location

Trenholm State Community College

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Position Summary

Reports directly to the Associate Dean of Career and Technical Education and performs such duties as necessary to manage and coordinate the daily operations of all work-based learning activities (Co-Op, Apprenticeships, Internships, AOA/DOL, etc.) at the College. This employee acts as a liaison among faculty, students, other employees, and employers, coordinating and facilitating work-based learning programs and serving as the central point of contact for their execution. The Coordinator will assist with special programs such as the Line Worker program and oversee the College's Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Program. This employee is also responsible for teaching non-credit coursework as needed.

Salary Schedule: C3

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and implements partnerships with business and industry to provide supportive training solutions that assist with work-based learning opportunities for students.

• Serves as the coordinator for the development and execution of all the college's Work-Based Learning programs:

• Develops and submits for approval work-based learning applications.

• Oversees the coordination of meetings with consortium companies and apprentices.

• Ensures secure filing of all required apprentice and consortium company documents.

• Oversees/assists consortium companies in adhering to work-based learning required recruitment and hiring procedures.

• Communicates and collects eligibility documentation with students via phone, email, and text to coordinate work-based learning activities/requirements.

• Coordinate all work-based learning activities with Program Coordinators and/or Faculty.

• Develops and maintains student and employer databases, tracks program participation, and complies placement reports.

• Assists with marketing and promotional strategies to increase awareness of work-based learning programs.

3. Serve as the College's FAME Coordinator.

• Provides leadership in the implementation and coordination of the FAME Program.
• Coordinates and oversees the application, acceptance, and orientation of new students, and the mentoring program within the FAME Program.
• Initiates and builds partnerships with employers to develop students opportunities for experiential endeavors.
• Performs tracking and reporting of FAME activities.
• Delivers presentations on the FAME program and work-based learning as needed.
• Serves as the College's apprenticeship liaison with industry and the FAME Chapter/Board, ensuring effective communication and strong, productive relationships.
• Recruits new employers as apprenticeship sponsors.
• Attends FAME-related training and conferences.

4. Assists with gathering data and preparing various reports as directed.

5. Assists with gathering information and grant writing as it relates to work-based learning opportunities.

6. Provides non-credit training in a CTE discipline and other applicable classes in coordination with Workforce Development as needed. Coordinates Line Worker and FAME activities under the leadership of the Associate Dean of Career and Technical Education.

• Communicates with prospective students via phone, email, and text.
• Secures applications and other documents.
• Schedules and coordinates various related events, including orientation, meetings, and graduation.
• Coordinates and participates in recruitment events.
• Works with industry partners to facilitate involvement and assistance.
• Works with public relations/marketing to advertise programs and distribute information regarding scheduled events/activities.

7. Works with IT web developer and program coordinators to maintain webpages for work-based learning programs, FAME, and Line Worker programs.

8. Works with the Associate Dean of CTE to execute Signing Day events for work-based learning programs.

9. Works a flexible schedule that may involve travel with some evening and weekend work as required.

10. Attends conferences and workshops to stay current with industry trends and best practices in work-based learning.

11. Serves on various college and community committees as assigned.

12. Performs other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Career and Technical Education, Vice President of Instructional Services, Executive Vice President, and/or the President.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree or equivalent
• A minimum of three (3) years of full-time related work experience
• Credentials to teach in a CTE program at Trenholm State Community College

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and manage complicated tasks.
• Ability to utilize a PC and related hardware and software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Sick Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teachers Retirement.

8 hours per month

(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.

0-4 years 8 hours per month

5-9 years 10 hours per month

10-14 years 12 hours per month

15-19 years 14 hours per month

20+ 16 hours per month

(may accumulate up to 480 hours)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Years Day

Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

16 (5 locally assigned)

Contracted Work Days

260

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.66% (effective 10/01/26)

Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.70% (effective 10/01/26)

Law Enforcement Officers:

Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.66% (effective 10/01/26)

Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.70% (effective 10/01/26)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $1,048 monthly (effective 10/01/26).

Duty Hours

(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.

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Do you have an associate degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution?

• yes
• no

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Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of full-time related work experience?

• yes
• no

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Do you have credentials to teach in a CTE program at Trenholm State Community College?

• yes
• no

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Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills?

• yes
• no

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Do you have the ability to multi-task?

• yes
• no

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Do you have the ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and manage complicated tasks?

• yes
• no

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Do you have the ability to utilize a PC and related hardware and software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook?

• yes
• no

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Do you have the ability to complete the job posting as stated with or without reasonable accommodations?

• yes
• no

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