Academic Program Coordinator II – Civil Engineering Technology (PT – 18 hours)

About the Role

Provides administrative oversight and coordination of the Civil Engineering Technology program through the development, implementation, evaluation, and advancement of course curriculum and programs, teaching effectiveness, student advisement, academic support systems, and program promotion. This position reports to the Department Chair of Math, Engineering, and Information Technology at NHTI, Concord’s Community College.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Department Chair with the administration of the Civil Engineering Technology program including the recruitment and selection of faculty, scheduling and assigning of instructional assignments, and the evaluation of Civil Engineering Technology faculty.
• Assists the Department Chair in the identification, development, and implementation of professional development and training plans for faculty.
• Serves as academic advisor to Civil Engineering Technology students and helps promote student retention.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates curricula; maintains program/course documents.
• Oversees the Civil Engineering curriculum and reviews and coordinates textbook selection.
• Communicates and works with other academic and non-academic departments on issues of mutual concern such as general academic issues, transfer pathways, library purchases, registration, and placement activities.
• Participates in meetings, recruitment events, and activities of academic leadership council.
• Recruits students in collaboration with admissions staff.
• Monitors graduates for the purpose of compiling placement statistics.
• Maintains liaison with professional community including recruiting, developing, and advising the advisory committee, and responding to professional development needs.
• Assists with the procurement process for program-related materials, equipment, etc.
• Serves on faculty and department, college, and system committees and teams as required.
• Complies with College, System, State, and Federal rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major study in Civil Engineering. Master’s degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, engineering education, laboratory operations, academic program support, or a related field. Experience in a higher education environment is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license or access to transportation.
• Must reside in NH, ME, VT, MA, RI, or CT.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License.

Skills

• Knowledge of the civil engineering technology field as it relates to the course of instruction, teaching methods and materials, and curriculum development, and course/program evaluation.
• Knowledge of educational standards and procedures.
• Ability to work with and secure the cooperation of others.
• Ability to maintain comprehensive records of the progress and development of individual students.
• Ability to work effectively with educators, industry professionals, regulators, and community members outside the college.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and as a member of an academic department/team.
• Ability to handle matters with diplomacy and to maintain confidentiality, as appropriate.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment and proper decision-making.
• Willingness to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college.