Career and Technical Education (CTE) Outreach Coordinator

Isothermal Community College | Maintenance Technician I- Part Time Evening; Sefton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Isothermal Community College invites applications for a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Outreach Coordinator. This role coordinates K-12 partnerships, industry relationships, and college programs within Health and Public Services and Applied Technologies to create learning opportunities that align with student goals and career plans.

The position requires strong communication, teamwork with college leadership, and ongoing monitoring of outreach metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in educational outreach or workforce development is desired.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and Perkins compliance familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and liaise with K-12 partners to promote CTE programs.
• Align college curriculum with current workforce needs through industry collaboration.
• Communicate program updates and onboarding requirements to stakeholders.
• Support CCP pathways and assist with student advisement and orientation.
• Track outreach metrics, collaborate on marketing and enrollment efforts.
• Represent outreach in committees and advisory board meetings.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal

Stakeholder collaboration

Strong organizational skills

Performance monitoring

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Two years of experience in outreach or workforce development

Job description

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Outreach Coordinator

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure all required documents are submitted. Applicants must submit requested information on the close date. Incomplete submissions and/or exclusions of required documents may cause an applicant to be ineligible for consideration. You may direct questions to [e-mail] or via phone at [phone].

Position Information

Title

Title Career and Technical Education (CTE) Outreach Coordinator

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Number of Months

Number of Months 12 Months

Proposed Date of Employment

Proposed Date of Employment 01/04/2027

Work Schedule

Permanent or Temporary

Permanent or Temporary Permanent

Salary Band

Salary Band Commensurate with education and experience

Position Summary

In support of Isothermal Community College, the Career and Technical ( CTE ) Outreach Coordinator serves as the central point for coordinating the efforts of K-12 partners, employer/industry partners, and the college around CTE programming. This role specifically focuses on programs housed within the Health and Public Services and Applied Technologies divisions to provide quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations.

Responsibilities

1. Serve as the primary liaison for K-12 partners to facilitate awareness and enrollment in CTE programs.
2. Coordinate, schedule, and support collaborative efforts between the College and industry partners to ensure curriculum alignment with current workforce needs.
3. Communicate regularly with K-12 partners and industry stakeholders regarding programming updates, onboarding requirements, and facility-specific expectations.
4. Collaborate with college leadership to maintain positive working relationships with industry partners to support the ongoing development of workforce opportunities.
5. Work collaboratively with Marketing, Enrollment Management, Economic and Workforce Development, and Institutional Effectiveness and Strategic Analytics to ensure messaging is consistent and that students are aware of high-demand job opportunities in CTE fields.
6. Assist with the coordination of the annual CTE program advisory group meetings and report outcomes in a standardized format required for Perkins compliance.
7. Assist CCP Navigators with students identified as being in Career and College Promise ( CCP ) CTE pathways.
8. Engage students through multiple communication channels, including in-person meetings, classroom visits, and proactive outreach to explain CTE pathways.
9. Assist students, in coordination with ICC’s Career Coaches, in developing individualized plans that align their educational journey with their ultimate career aspirations.
10. Mentor, encourage, and support students throughout their progression while maintaining professional boundaries and academic accountability.
11. Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, partnership communications, and student transition metrics.
12. Track student progression, retention, and other success metrics related to CTE outreach initiatives.
13. Assist with new student orientation and onboarding activities for programs within the assigned divisions.
14. Participate in assigned committees, faculty meetings, and advisory board meetings to represent outreach interests.
15. Remain current with college systems and technologies used to support student advising, documentation, and reporting.
16. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working with student records and partner information.
17. Coordinate regular school visits, classroom presentations, career fairs, parent events, information sessions, pathway nights, and other outreach/recruiting activities both existing and new.
18. Serve as an instructor of CTE courses, if qualified, as needed and at maximum of half faculty load.

Skills and Abilities

1. Develop an understanding and appreciation of the mission, history, current programs, services and goals of Isothermal Community College
2. Ability to work effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, including K-12 administrators and industry executives.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and must be highly organized.
4. Ability to monitor and assess performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
5. Ability to work effectively under pressure and with a minimum of supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required, preferably in a CTE related field.
• Two years of experience in educational outreach, workforce development, or a related field.
• Commitment to continuing education throughout the life span to maintain competence in assigned responsibilities.
• Knowledge of the educational journey and career pathways within Health and Public Services or Applied Technologies.

Open Date

Open Date 11/06/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Information

Isothermal Community College provides educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability. Isothermal Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer Institution. If accommodation or assistance is needed in completing this application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or via phone at [phone].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts above the High School Level

Optional Documents

• Additional Transcript 1
• Additional Transcript 2
• Additional Transcript 3
• Additional Transcript 4

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