Program Coordinator - HVAC and Welding

Collin College; United States; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Collin College seeks an experienced administrator to manage HVAC and Welding programs at the Wylie campus. This role ensures accreditation adherence, supports curriculum development, and drives program marketing and recruitment efforts.

The position involves budgeting, staffing supervision, and collaboration with the program director and industry partners to maintain high educational standards and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited institution and Certificate Level 2 equivalent in HVAC/Welding.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience with accreditation processes and program assessment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of HVAC/Welding programs at designated campus.
• Maintain accreditation standards and compliance with SACSCOC.
• Develop and manage curriculum, internships, and advisory relationships.
• Assist with budget planning and resource allocation for labs and facilities.
• Coordinate staffing, recruitment, and faculty evaluations.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Accreditation standards

Budget management

Curriculum development

Staff supervision

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree with HVAC/Welding cert

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Primary Location

391 Country Club Road, Wylie, Texas, 75098

Job Summary

Responsible for the day‑to‑day management of HVAC and Welding programs at the designated campus location. Maintain accreditation standards as well as meet compliance with Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) standards and principles. Facilitate staffing and assist with budget preparation and maintenance. Assist the program director with curriculum development, recruitment, advising, and program marketing.

Essential Duties

Participate with the academic and workforce dean and program director in strategic and academic cycle planning at the college, division, program, advisory committee and course levels, including development and maintenance of internships, apprenticeships and experiential learning relationships with construction related businesses designed to augment the academic programs. Develop the campus master schedule to maximize utilization of classrooms and laboratories for the safe, effective and efficient delivery of instruction for high school dual credit, college credit and continuing professional development to industry professionals. Assist in course schedule development and faculty load assignment following and in compliance with academic policies, procedures, and guidelines of Collin College, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Direct day‑to‑day management, supervision, and evaluation of the campus programs, faculty, and staff, facilities, and resources to accomplish safe and effective program delivery and coordination of division activities and projects. Assist the program director to develop and maintain industry partnerships and alliances for the benefit of the programs and students. Provide support for active industry advisory committees as required by the THECB and accrediting agencies. Regularly meet off‑site with industry employers as needed to promote internships, apprenticeships and post‑graduation job placement. Assist the program director to develop a plan to achieve program accreditation as applicable, oversee the preparation of the application for accreditation and on‑site evaluation, and ensure that all accreditation standards are met on an ongoing basis. Maintain required records in accordance with the accrediting agencies. Ensure that program practices comply with college policy and comply with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board standards. Assist with the management of regulatory compliance associated with the program’s field of practice and education, including implementation of college policy and division and program procedures, compliance with the Texas Higher Education Coordination Board (THECB) standards, and compliance with appropriate regulatory and educational accreditation standards including production of accreditation self‑study documents and reports. Assist in developing/implementing initiatives to improve instruction and provide discipline‑specific academic advising to increase student retention and completion. Assist the academic dean and program director in the on‑going, systematic evaluation of the division, program, curriculum, learning resources, and student learning outcomes including production and preservation of program/student records. Facilitate management and planning of program budget to ensure the ordering of proper supplies and maintenance of the labs. Work with the dean to make budget requests and recommendations. Ensure program remains within identified budgets. Assist the dean in the fiscal planning and management of the program and its resources. Ensure that all equipment is maintained as required for warranties and for safe operation and optimal learning outcomes. Maintain accurate equipment and tool inventories. Ensure that faculty and staff meet professional development standards deemed necessary for accreditation and program requirements. Maintain accurate and complete program records including curriculum and resource evaluation and development, systematic evaluation, course evaluation, student evaluation, and accreditation documents. Assist the dean in the operation of faculty search committees and recommend to the dean full‑time faculty, adjunct faculty and staff hires. Foster positive human relations and teamwork among faculty, staff, and students and across all programs and college services. Attend and participate in professional development activities and participate in service to the college, including college graduation. Will teach one class per academic year. Supplemental Functions Perform other duties as assigned. Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to Texas Community Colleges


• Knowledge of the teaching‑learning process with special knowledge about Technical educational programs


• Knowledge of program and college accreditation standards


• Knowledge of skills required by the construction industry


• Knowledge of computer programs and formatting


• Knowledge of internship, apprenticeships and other experiential learning options


• Knowledge of finance and budget information


• Knowledge of staff and faculty requirements


• Knowledge of strategic plans


• Technical skills in one or more areas of oversight


• Leadership skills


• Verbal and written communication skills


• Organizational skills


• Computer skills


• Management skills


• Ability to provide strategic planning


• Ability to manage and evaluate program


• Ability to maintain program compliance


• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships


• Ability to analyze data

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated Light Work. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Occasional physical effort required.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited institution and Certificate Level 2 equivalent in HVAC/Welding.


• Three (3) years of teaching experience in one of the areas of oversight at the high school or college level.


• Five (5) years of work experience in one of the industries of oversight.


• Preferred Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.


• Supervisory experience.


• Welding experience.

This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable): The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non‑exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Compensation

Salary Employment Type: Full time Hiring Minimum $77,405.00 Hiring Maximum $94,396.00 Compensation is determined based on experience.

Application submission deadline is 12am of the date listed. 10/26/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

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