Career Training Coordinator

Exploreelginarea; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 63,042 - 84,056; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development/Expense

Sick Banks

Time Off with Pay

EAP

Lifelong learning opportunities

Job summary

Elgin Community College seeks a Career Training Coordinator to develop and manage 30-40 non-credit courses that lead to industry credentials and improve student employability. You will research high-demand fields, align curricula with credentialing requirements, and evaluate instructors to ensure quality.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, applying ICCB approvals when needed, and coordinating budgets and class offerings with academic and community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training/education and experience.
• Four years of experience leading development of short-term career and professional development training programs.
• Understanding of credentialing requirements across multiple industries and ICCB standards.
• Ability to align curricula to credentialing bodies and manage multiple trainings.
• Experience budgeting up to $75,000 and coordinating instructors.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and development of in-demand programs across varied industries.
• Ensure curriculum meets credentialing and ICCB approval requirements.
• Manage class budgets, tuition pricing, and vendor costs.
• Recruit and supervise presenters; evaluate instructor performance.
• Assist students and engage with community partners to promote courses.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Program development

Credentialing knowledge

Curriculum alignment

Budget management

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training/education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person - students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors - feels valued. T he work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8 am to 5 pm

Rate Of Pay

This is a Full-Time Support Staff position at grade 15, with an annual salary range of $63,042 to $84,056. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
• Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Time Off with Pay
• Professional Development/Expense
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Banks

FLSA Status

Exempt

Grant Funded

No

Job Summary

The Career Training Coordinator develops, promotes, implements, and manages a portfolio of 30-40 competitively priced non credit professional learning courses and programs that lead to industry recognized credentials and support or enhance student employability. Responsibilities include researching high demand fields and their credentialing requirements; aligning curriculum with those requirements; evaluating instructor qualifications and experience; maintaining records in accordance with college policy; and, when applicable, preparing Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) applications for courses to ensure eligibility for 1.6 apportionment. General supervision is received by the assigned manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training/education and experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and at least four years of experience leading the development and continuous improvement of short-term career and professional development training programs resulting in industry-recognized credentials across an array of clinical and technical industries
• Demonstrated understanding of new and emerging entry-level career opportunities across multiple industries and the training and the credentialing needed for students to enter these career paths and obtain employment
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience leading the alignment of curriculum to test-based credentials offered by industry-recognized credentialing organizations and to the Illinois Community College Board standards
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage multiple training programs simultaneously
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in identifying potential, verifying credentials, negotiating pay, and hiring subject matter experts/presenters.
• Demonstrated ability to guide students through the complex requirements of credential-oriented programs to maximize student success
• Strong commitment to professional development and learning
• Strong collaboration skills with internal departments and external organizations to meet the credentialing needs of students
• Demonstrated ability to network with potential instructors at various education and experience levels
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in managing project budgets up to $75,000
• Knowledge and experience working with the community
• Experience speaking publicly to students and other community members
• Demonstrated ability in problem-solving around class development and resolving student challenges
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is necessary. Strong customer service and financial and organizational skills are required.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends when required by the department’s needs.

Essential Duties

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ensure that the college has a robust portfolio of short-term, credential-oriented professional development training classes by leading the research and development of in-demand programs across a variety of industries (i.e., manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, information technology, etc.). Ensure the curriculum meets the requirements outlined by the appropriate industry-recognized credentialing body and the Illinois Community College Board by writing and submit proposals for industry-recognized credentialing and ICCB approval.
• Ensure profitability for the Career Training component of the auxiliary Corporate & Continuing Education unit by managing class-related budgets, analyzing and recommending tuition rates, negotiating costs for supplies and textbooks with vendors and instruction with presenters, and determining minimum seat counts. In cooperation with the Director, ensure that class budgets meet the goals of the department and the college.
• Help students achieve in-demand credentials in professions that meet their skills and interests through recruitment of students via hosting of information sessions and participation in community events, including providing information to students on job prospects in various fields and the skills needed to be successful. Also includes recruitment through the development of marketing programs promoting class schedules, and conveying similar information in print and digital media,
• Nurture and enable a continuous improvement plan for initiating regular reviews of the curriculum to ensure compliance with standards related to content, instruction, testing, and record keeping as required by ICCB and industry-recognized credentialing bodies and integrating changes.
• Develop a diverse roster of presenters in each curriculum area by recruiting local instructors and managing training agreements with the instructors. Ensure the quality of each class by providing performance feedback based on student evaluations, and in collaboration with the Director, make decisions about renewing or ending instructor agreements.
• Ensure the college is meeting grant requirements, local labor market demand, and community partner requests by identifying strategic opportunities for class development in partnership with the Dean and Director.
• Ensure record-keeping of the required documentation in accordance with the policies of ICCB and the appropriate credentialing body by overseeing the collection of class rosters, attendance, program evaluations, and grades.
• Work with students and employers to troubleshoot registration and payment issues, resolve challenges associated with obtaining or accessing materials. Engage with students to recommend and provide resources for overcoming obstacles to learning and class completion.

Other Duties

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.

Physical Demands

Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)

Visual Acuity

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment

Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions

Typical office or administrative

Current SSECCA Union Member Information

The initial posting date for this position is 02/06/2026. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 02/13/2026 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers. In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.