Academic Program Coordinator

Jefferson Community and Technical College; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional health care, vision, and d

Dental coverage for you and your a

403(b) retirement plan with employer 匹

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

9.5 Paid Holidays

2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Dec

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jefferson Community and Technical College is hiring an Academic Program Coordinator to provide student-centered support at the Bullitt County and Southwest Campuses. The role coordinates academic services, supports enrollment and retention, and strengthens partnerships that promote student achievement.

Responsibilities include guiding students through admissions, coordinating placement testing, and collaborating with campus directors to plan activities and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (related field) and one year of related experience, or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using student information systems or comparable databases.
• Must be willing to travel to multiple work sites including evenings/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide student-centered support at Bullitt County and Southwest Campuses.
• Coordinate academic services, enrollment, and retention efforts.
• Strengthen partnerships with high school districts for dual enrollment and college readiness.
• Assist with campus tours and campus events.
• Coordinate through the Dual Enroll platform with high school personnel to facilitate enrollment in dual credit courses.
• Support the Director in planning student activities and events at Bullitt and Southwest campuses.
• Serve as main point of contact for campus partnerships and customer service for dual credit enrollment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Independent and team-oriented

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree (related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student Information Systems

Job description

Academic Program Coordinator

Louisville | Staff | Full-time

Jefferson Community & Technical College

Closing at: Nov 23 2026 - 23:55 EST

Salary Range: $46,729.92

Contract Term Length: 12 Months

Standard Hours: 37.50

Work Location: Hybrid

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Campus Location: Jefferson Southwest C.C.

Department: Academic Affairs - Campus Director's Office Southwest & Bullitt

Total Rewards

Jefferson Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family


• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents


• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match


• Vacation/Sick Time


• Work-Life Balance


• 9.5 Paid Holidays


• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions


• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

Jefferson Community and Technical College is seeking an Academic Program Coordinator to provide student-centered support at the Bullitt County and Southwest Campuses. This position serves as a key resource for traditional and dual-credit students by coordinating academic services, supporting enrollment and retention efforts, and strengthening partnerships that promote student achievement.

Job Duties

• Serve as support to the Bullitt & Southwest Campus Director


• Navigating students through the Admissions process- ex. Basic knowledge of the Jefferson application and assessment.


• Administer all college placement assessments at the Bullitt Campus and assist at the Southwest Campus while communicating directly with testers and students about testing policies, rules, and procedures.


• Maintain a small caseload of Jefferson students pursuing both Technical and General Education degrees.


• Assist students and faculty with navigating Student Center accounts and resources, provide self-enrollment training, and explain program requirements and course applicability.


• Assist students in making early connections to support services for academic and non-academic challenges, including referrals to tutoring, accessibility, and other resources.


• Build relationships with designated high school partners in Jefferson & Bullitt Counties and support the Team/Campus Matriculation Plan in relation to those high school students transitioning into full college enrollment.


• Serve as the secondary point of contact for assigned Bullitt County Public Schools high schools, partnering with and supporting the lead dual credit representative to provide exceptional customer service for dual credit enrollment, matriculation, and ongoing student success initiatives.


• Support the lead dual credit representative by coordinating through the Dual Enroll platform with high school teachers, counselors, and JCTC staff to facilitate student enrollment in dual credit courses, including assisting with add/drop and withdrawal processes as needed.


• Collaborating with the Director in planning and organizing student activities and events at the Bullitt and Southwest campuses


• Serve as the main point of contact for campus tours at the Bullitt Campus


• Participate in committees, work groups, and professional development activities.


• Occasional evenings are required.


• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (related field) and one year of related experience, or equivalent.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using student information systems or comparable databases.


• Ability to travel with reliable transportation to and from work sites including occasional nights and weekend events

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (related field) and one year of related experience, or equivalent.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using student information systems or comparable databases.


• Ability to engage colleagues and partners virtually.


• Candidates with experience in advising are encouraged to apply.

Additional Skills Requested

Physical Requirements: Comfortable environment and sedentary work: no unusual physical requirements

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.