Program Development Coordinator - NeMAC

New England Biolabs; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Community College seeks a Program Development Coordinator to lead the NeMAC program design, implementation, and oversight. You will manage timelines, coordinate partner engagement, and ensure grant objectives are delivered across curriculum, workforce partnerships, and student experiences.

The role requires strong project coordination, manufacturing knowledge, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social work, nonprofit management, project management, or related field.
• Two years of demonstrated experience in program implementation, project management or business development.
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Supports the design, implementation and operational oversight of the NeMac program, including project timelines, milestones, deliverables, communication workflows, and partner coordination.
• Coordinates communication and collaboration among internal departments, instructors, employer partners, community organizations, and other stakeholders involved in project delivery.
• Supports development and maintenance of project workplans, process documentation, schedules, and internal reporting tools.
• Tracks participant, credential, and employment‑related data in coordination with appropriate college staff and systems.
• Prepares or supports preparation of reports, updates, presentations, and documentation required for college leadership, partners, and funding entities.
• Leads participant onboarding, orientation, and ongoing communication throughout the program to ensure students understand program expectations, available supports, and next steps.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree (public administration, social work, nonprofit management, project management, or related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management tools

Data tracking & reporting

PMP certification (preferred)

Job description

Classification Regular Minimum Pay $60,070.00 Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Program Development Coordinator supports the design, implementation, and operational oversight of the Nebraska Manufacturing Alliance Credential (NeMAC) program. This position works closely with internal and external partners to ensure program outcomes are met; manages project timelines, partner engagement, and ensures coordinated implementation of grant funded objectives across curriculum, workforce partnerships, and student experiences. The successful candidate will have experience with project coordination and support, knowledge of manufacturing environments, and excellent communication and organizational skills. This is a grant‑funded position effective until December 2028 with the possibility of extension based on continued funding. This announcement is live through October14, 2026 at 11:59pm, and will no longer be posted October 15, 2026.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

• Supports the design, implementation and operational oversight of the NeMac program, including project timelines, milestones, deliverables, communication workflows, and partner coordination.
• Coordinates communication and collaboration among internal departments, instructors, employer partners, community organizations, and other stakeholders involved in project delivery.
• Supports development and maintenance of project workplans, process documentation, schedules, and internal reporting tools.
• Tracks participant, credential, and employment‑related data in coordination with appropriate college staff and systems.
• Prepares or supports preparation of reports, updates, presentations, and documentation required for college leadership, partners, and funding entities.
• Leads participant onboarding, orientation, and ongoing communication throughout the program to ensure students understand program expectations, available supports, and next steps.
• Works collaboratively with instructional and student support staff to strengthen participant persistence, completion, and transition into employment or continued education.
• Coordinates program budget, contract coordination, purchasing, resource planning, and project reporting.
• Serves as the primary liaison for program participants, providing support, guidance, troubleshooting, and referrals to appropriate college resources as needed.
• Ensures compliance with project agreements, data‑sharing expectations, privacy requirements, and institutional procedures, while maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Facilitates periodic meetings with internal and external partners providing program updates on participant engagement, deliverables, risks, barriers, and opportunities for improvement.
• Represents the program in a variety of activities that advance the goals of the program.
• Maintains accurate project documentation.
• Attends work activities or programs as scheduled or assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. This is an on-premise position located at the Fort Omaha Campus, with travel to other campuses and facilities as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of project management approaches and methodologies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and build trust with program participants.
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and other college supported systems.
• Excellent communication skills including active listening.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision in a team‑orientated environment.
• Proven ability to manage new project/program and prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate cooperation and professionalism while maintaining patience and understanding in stressful situations.
• Commitment to advancing equity, social justice, and economic inclusion.
• Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social work, nonprofit management, project management, or related field.
• Two (2) years of demonstrated experience in program implementation, project management or business development.
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• PMP certification a plus.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel between campuses for meetings or position responsibilities. Must pass a background check.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.

Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Metropolitan Community College is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. Its purpose is to provide high quality educational programs and services, primarily in career preparation and general education, to people of all ages and educational backgrounds. MCC was created in 1974 when the Nebraska State Legislature consolidated the original eight technical community college areas into six. That year, the programs, personnel, assets and liabilities of the former Omaha Nebraska Technical Community College Area merged with the Eastern Nebraska Technical Community College Area under a new name: the Metropolitan Technical Community College Area. In 1992, the Legislature voted to change the name to Metropolitan Community College Area. Metropolitan Community College affirms a policy of equal education, employment opportunities and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. Read our full policy here https://www.mccneb.edu/nondiscrimination

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