Academic Coordinator

FHLB Des Moines; Glenwood Springs (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mental health resources

Housing assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Colorado Mountain College (CMC) is seeking an Academic Coordinator to support credit and non-credit programs across the campus. You will assist in scheduling classes, selecting adjunct faculty, and coordinating credentialing, with emphasis on efficient use of Canvas and learning technologies.

In this role you will manage budgets, promote courses with campus marketing, and collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Instruction and student affairs to support student success and First Year Experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with two years of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with program coordination, community education, and educational technology.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversees credit and/or non-credit courses including scheduling and adjunct faculty selection.
• Develops semester class schedules with the Assistant Dean of Instruction.
• Manages budget for programming and First Year Experience.
• Supports Canvas use and credentialing processes for adjunct faculty.
• Coordinates CEPA and liaises with the CEPA Coordinator as assigned.
• Participates in campus committees and events; maintains records and reporting.

Skills

Program coordination

Educational technology

Recordkeeping

Budget management

Communication

Collaboration

Event planning

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Two years related experience

Tools

Canvas LMS

Microsoft Office

Learning management systems

Job description

Job Description:Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Instruction, the Academic Coordinator supports and coordinates a wide variety of campus academic processes and oversees the credit and/or non-credit instruction or concurrent enrollment as designated.Responsibilities of this position include selecting adjunct faculty for credit and/or non-credit assignments and coordinating credit and/or non-credit courses, concurrent enrollment and programming, working with the Assistant Dean of Instruction to create class schedules, supporting campus adjunct faculty credentialing, providing support to faculty with educational technology and learning management needs, and working in collaboration with other campus team members to coordinate programs and events in support of student learning and experiences.Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position. Examples may include a Bachelor’s Degree along with two years of related experience, or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position.Examples of desired experience may include experience with aspects of program coordination and support, community education, and demonstrated knowledge of technology used in educational environments.Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position: proficiency with current technology applications including technology used in education, detail orientation and accuracy in recordkeeping and reporting, budget management, ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with others, ability to work well with internal and external parties, experience with organizing, promoting, and coordinating processes and events.Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their assigned duties within the State of Colorado. The College further expects employees to accurately report their work location at all times. Failure to do so impairs the College's ability to ensure compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information security, and operational requirements.This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.Hiring range = $68,469.15 - $76,076.85 annual salary depending upon a combination of education and experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.Position anticipated to close on August 25, 2026 or until filled.Minimum Qualifications:Essential DutiesOversees credit and/or non-credit courses including scheduling and adjunct faculty selection.Works in partnership with campus marketing professional on promotion of classes and bulletin production.Manages budget associated with credit and/or non-credit programming, First Year Experience and other programs as assignedWorks in partnership with the Assistant Dean of Instruction and student affairs to create semester class schedules.Support campus faculty in Canvas use, aiding and expertise Review and coordinate updates and all required documentation and information for campus adjunct faculty credentialing process.Verify, request and coordinate information in response to credentialing requests.Coordinate learning management program including textbook adoptions, desk copy requests, and assisting with student return of textbooks.Co-lead campus First Year Experience.Serve as resource and support for adjunct faculty with technical, operational and material needs.Provide assessment assistance to Assistant Dean of Instruction when necessary.Assign and coordinate training for newly hired adjunct faculty and ongoing adjunct faculty when needed.May be asked to serve as liaison with the CEPA Coordinator or may be designated as the CEPA Coordinator by the campus to ensure CEPA classes are programmed and running properly.Review and verify course syllabus in Canvas for all credit and/or non-credit adjunct and other adjunct faculty as needed.Participate in campus committees and events, and may chair committees as assigned, such as professional development committee and instructional equipment committee, or others.Records management, data and reporting as needed for all areas of responsibility.Other duties as assigned.Supervision ReceivedThis position works under the direction of a designated campus administrator.Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position serves as a lead for designated processes and events, and may supervise credit and/or non-credit adjunct faculty.Special Conditions of EmploymentSuccessful completion of a background check including motor vehicles records report will be required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned.Altered work schedule including evenings and weekends and travel within CMC service area may be required at times, based on position responsibilities.Working ConditionsThis position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, [e-mail]: This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.