Coordinator, NexGen Workforce Program
Seminole State College of Florida, Sanford, FL, United States
Description
The Coordinator, NexGen Workforce Programs ensures students can seamlessly access Workforce programs, persist to completion, and connect to employment opportunities. This role manages end‑to‑end intake, registration, and onboarding operations for Workforce programs; provides proactive, case‑managed student support; and monitors academic progress, testing, and workforce program milestones. In collaboration with faculty, Student Services, and employer partners, the Coordinator also oversees internships and job placement pipelines aligned to industry needs.
Responsibilities
See essential functions below for detailed responsibilities.
Essential Functions
Manages end‑to‑end workforce programs intake and onboarding, including application processing, eligibility verification, documentation, registration coordination, and orientation.
Provides guidance on workforce program requirements, including funding eligibility (grants, sponsorships, waivers), required assessments, and industry‑specific entry criteria, ensuring compliance with program and regulatory standards.
Provides case‑managed guidance from enrollment through completion, including course planning, success coaching, referrals to campus resources, and timely communication of program updates.
Monitors and tracks participant engagement and performance, including attendance, skills progression, credential attainment, and completion of industry‑aligned competencies.
Coordinates early alert and retention efforts by partnering with faculty and Student Affairs services to address barriers impacting program persistence and completion.
Manages industry certification and testing processes, including scheduling, eligibility verification, compliance tracking, and alignment with credentialing requirements.
Collaborates with advisors to verify requirements, credentials, externship hours, licensure steps, and exit milestones, and clears students for completion.
Develops and manages work‑based learning pipelines, including externships, internships, apprenticeships, and clinical placements; oversees site development, student matching, onboarding, and issue resolution.
Builds and maintains employer partnerships to support talent pipelines; coordinates job placement activities, hiring events, interviews, and tracks employment outcomes for participants.
Maintains workforce programs data systems and dashboards, tracking key performance indicators (enrollment, retention, completion, credential attainment, work‑based learning, and job placement) and recommending data‑informed improvements.
Designs and delivers targeted communications related to workforce program recruitment, onboarding, deadlines, credentialing, work‑based learning, and employment opportunities.
Partners across Student Services, Advising, Career Services, Financial Aid, Testing, Registrar, and faculty; ensures compliance with institutional, state, grant, and accreditation requirements.
Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
Three (3) years of experience in teaching, career development, or case management.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in workforce building trades programs.
Experience in Career and Technical Education in an academic program in secondary or postsecondary education.
Experience supporting student success and/or work‑based learning.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrates a professional, courteous demeanor.
Excellent computer skills, including the ability to input and retrieve information using standard application software (including Microsoft Office Suite).
Excellent planning, organizing, and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and resources efficiently.
Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and handle multiple projects.
Knowledge of service excellence principles and practices.
Committed to working in a multicultural environment.
Work Environment And Special Considerations
Works in an office, classroom, and/or field environment.
Works flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
Travels between campuses and local destinations.
Work may require occasional overnight travel.
Pay, Benefits and Work Schedule
Beginning salary of $50,448, commensurate with education and experience.
Flexible work options with a 37.5‑hour work week and generous paid time off (holidays, annual and sick leave, and College Breaks).
Variety of paid health and life insurance coverages.
Wellness incentives and free gym membership at the Raider Fitness Center.
FRS retirement and other options.
Professional Development and Paid Tuition.
Free on‑campus parking.
Conditions of Employment
Finalists and individuals recommended for employment must reside in the State of Florida at the time of hire and may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64 and Seminole State College Policies 1.020 and 2.020. Standard background checks will be conducted unless otherwise determined by the Office of Human Resources.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Seminole State College is an equal‑opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.
Veterans' Preference
Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veterans Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered applicants. Veterans must submit a copy of their DD‑214 or equivalent to claim preference.
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The Coordinator, NexGen Workforce Programs ensures students can seamlessly access Workforce programs, persist to completion, and connect to employment opportunities. This role manages end‑to‑end intake, registration, and onboarding operations for Workforce programs; provides proactive, case‑managed student support; and monitors academic progress, testing, and workforce program milestones. In collaboration with faculty, Student Services, and employer partners, the Coordinator also oversees internships and job placement pipelines aligned to industry needs.
Responsibilities
See essential functions below for detailed responsibilities.
Essential Functions
Manages end‑to‑end workforce programs intake and onboarding, including application processing, eligibility verification, documentation, registration coordination, and orientation.
Provides guidance on workforce program requirements, including funding eligibility (grants, sponsorships, waivers), required assessments, and industry‑specific entry criteria, ensuring compliance with program and regulatory standards.
Provides case‑managed guidance from enrollment through completion, including course planning, success coaching, referrals to campus resources, and timely communication of program updates.
Monitors and tracks participant engagement and performance, including attendance, skills progression, credential attainment, and completion of industry‑aligned competencies.
Coordinates early alert and retention efforts by partnering with faculty and Student Affairs services to address barriers impacting program persistence and completion.
Manages industry certification and testing processes, including scheduling, eligibility verification, compliance tracking, and alignment with credentialing requirements.
Collaborates with advisors to verify requirements, credentials, externship hours, licensure steps, and exit milestones, and clears students for completion.
Develops and manages work‑based learning pipelines, including externships, internships, apprenticeships, and clinical placements; oversees site development, student matching, onboarding, and issue resolution.
Builds and maintains employer partnerships to support talent pipelines; coordinates job placement activities, hiring events, interviews, and tracks employment outcomes for participants.
Maintains workforce programs data systems and dashboards, tracking key performance indicators (enrollment, retention, completion, credential attainment, work‑based learning, and job placement) and recommending data‑informed improvements.
Designs and delivers targeted communications related to workforce program recruitment, onboarding, deadlines, credentialing, work‑based learning, and employment opportunities.
Partners across Student Services, Advising, Career Services, Financial Aid, Testing, Registrar, and faculty; ensures compliance with institutional, state, grant, and accreditation requirements.
Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
Three (3) years of experience in teaching, career development, or case management.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in workforce building trades programs.
Experience in Career and Technical Education in an academic program in secondary or postsecondary education.
Experience supporting student success and/or work‑based learning.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrates a professional, courteous demeanor.
Excellent computer skills, including the ability to input and retrieve information using standard application software (including Microsoft Office Suite).
Excellent planning, organizing, and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and resources efficiently.
Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and handle multiple projects.
Knowledge of service excellence principles and practices.
Committed to working in a multicultural environment.
Work Environment And Special Considerations
Works in an office, classroom, and/or field environment.
Works flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
Travels between campuses and local destinations.
Work may require occasional overnight travel.
Pay, Benefits and Work Schedule
Beginning salary of $50,448, commensurate with education and experience.
Flexible work options with a 37.5‑hour work week and generous paid time off (holidays, annual and sick leave, and College Breaks).
Variety of paid health and life insurance coverages.
Wellness incentives and free gym membership at the Raider Fitness Center.
FRS retirement and other options.
Professional Development and Paid Tuition.
Free on‑campus parking.
Conditions of Employment
Finalists and individuals recommended for employment must reside in the State of Florida at the time of hire and may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64 and Seminole State College Policies 1.020 and 2.020. Standard background checks will be conducted unless otherwise determined by the Office of Human Resources.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Seminole State College is an equal‑opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.
Veterans' Preference
Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veterans Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered applicants. Veterans must submit a copy of their DD‑214 or equivalent to claim preference.
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