Program Specialist, Community Education - (2026-2027) - Adult Basic Education

Organizational Unit: Adult Basic Education • Site: Center for Adult Learning • FTE: 0.92 (36.8 hours/week, 52 weeks/year) • Union: MAAS

About the Role

Under general supervision, provide leadership for the Community Education: Adult Education daytime program at the South Campus location. This role includes hiring and supervising assigned staff, overseeing grant-funded projects, coordinating internal and external program efforts, and supporting daily operations and program goals.

Responsibilities

• Hiring and supervising assigned staff
  • Review site staffing needs and communicate with the administration team about open positions.
  • Interview, hire, and support teachers and support staff; develop work schedules, assign duties, and provide oversight of job performance.
  • Orient and onboard staff to program priorities, procedures, and operations; conduct annual and probationary employee performance reviews.
  • Provide oversight of, and administrative support to, Adult Education staff working on grant-funded projects on and off site.
  • Participate in staff evaluation and goal setting using MPS-approved observation tools (SOEI Rubric & Observations).
  • Assure staff compliance with departmental procedures, priorities, and standards following District due process protocol.
  • Review and approve staff leave requests and time entry.
• Coordinating and directing Adult Education programming
  • Direct and coordinate internal and external program efforts, including program development, quality activities, assessment, contract administration, and compliance.
  • Develop and implement marketing and communications plans.
  • Measure and evaluate student achievement and program outcomes.
  • Coordinate and provide administrative support for new partnership efforts with community-based organizations and businesses, including career pathway opportunities and Pathways to Prosperity initiatives.
  • Work with the administrative team and Shared Leadership Team to support daily operations and program goals.
  • Oversee building usage and security needs; assist with facilities and permits for the department.
  • Coordinate with other tenants to ensure adherence to space usage agreements.
  • Prepare weekly updates to staff; compile data, draft written information, and design the annual program report for review.
  • Ensure the site continually works toward Program Improvement Plan goals.
  • Collaborate with staff on class schedule development.
• Planning and leading professional development
  • Utilize innovative technology to support professional development activities.
  • Coordinate staff development related to program quality activities and assessment.
  • Support program registration software training and implementation.
  • Lead onboarding efforts and new staff orientation.
  • Collaborate with SOEI coaches and curriculum leads to determine and implement professional development for staff.
  • Plan and lead monthly site team meetings.
• Partnership and Community Outreach
  • Assist in designing and implementing community engagement initiatives and partnerships with businesses and community organizations.
  • Organize and serve on departmental and interdepartmental committees to plan events and represent Adult Education.
  • Establish contacts with external organizations to broaden community outreach and create diverse connections; participate in membership organizations and make presentations to promote Adult Education.
• Support budgetary and fund development efforts
  • Assist in developing the Adult Education program’s budget.
  • Oversee site budgets as directed by the program manager.
  • Research and monitor grants as assigned by the manager.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Qualifications

• Education, Training, and Experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or related field; AND four (4) years of professional experience administering public education support programs; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.
• Knowledge
  • Adult Education programming and operations.
  • Working effectively with partnership organizations, including non-profits, governmental jurisdictions, faith institutions, and schools.
  • Leading system-change initiatives.
  • Successful supervisory experience.
  • Serving non-traditional populations.
  • Successful collaboration with community-based organizations.
  • Computer proficiency in Mac or PC with internet capabilities.
  • Ability to travel between two main Adult Education sites, with possible travel to satellite programs within the Twin Cities area.
• Skills
  • Self-motivated, self-directed, and results-oriented.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Effective with diverse cultures.
  • Competent and confident digital literacy skills.
  • Ability to create, learn, adapt, and improve systems.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Strong coaching, collaborative, and organizational skills.
  • Strong spoken and written English communication skills.
• License and Certification Requirements
  • A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required.

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM–9:15 PM & Fridays, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Occasional flexibility in hours may be needed.

Location: MPS Center for Adult Learning (South Campus) – 2015 E Lake St.

Pay

$112,015

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• HSA & FSA
• Retirement plan