Education Outreach Coordinator (Full-Time)

Education Outreach Coordinator

STATUS:

Full-time

POSTING TYPE:

Regular

RECRUITMENT SOURCE:

 All Interested Candidates

JOB CODE:

11213

WORK LOCATION:

 Thomasville Campus - Not a remote position

DEPARTMENT CODE:

83700100098

JOB SUMMARY

The Educational Outreach Manager/Coordinator at Southern Regional Technical College administers the promotion, development, and implementation of specialized educational programs aimed at K 12 audiences within the 11 counties the college serves and the Southwest Georgia Regional Commission's service area. This role primarily focuses on initiatives such as the K12 InVenture Prize, the Foundational Leadership Entrepreneur Experience (FLEX), and other Georgia Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing endeavors. The position requires a solid commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship skills among K-12 students and educators through community engagement, partnership expansion with K-12 schools, local manufacturers, and the Southwest Georgia Regional Commission.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Analyze Outreach Objectives: Assess the goals and objectives of educational outreach programs, identifying target demographics and specific needs within the community;
• Support the Development of Student Retention Programs:  Devise strategies to retain students within targeted groups, fostering continued engagement and participation in educational initiatives;
• Support Teacher Development: Identify opportunities to support educators in enhancing their teaching methodologies, providing resources and training tailored to their needs;
• Coordinate Program Implementation: Direct and oversee the stages required to meet program objectives, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless execution;
• Prepare monthly reports;
• Community Outreach/Involvement; travel is required to counties within the service area: Atlanta and other GA AIM-sponsored activities outside of Thomas County;
• Support planning and managing of events:  Assist in strategically planning, scheduling, and executing promotional events to raise awareness and drive participation in educational initiatives;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Written and oral communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders;
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills;
• Skills in the operation of computer and job-related software programs;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related field and Two (2) years related work experience 

Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the minimum qualifications:

• Prior experience in K-12 STEM education, educational outreach, program development, or community engagement

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salaried
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience 
• Eligible for benefits

NOTICES

• For assistance/accommodations with the application/interview process, contact April Bentley, Human Resources Coordinator at abentley@southernregional.edu or 229-217-4255.
• All required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment.
• References will be checked.
• Post offer requirements following a conditional offer of employment to include a criminal history records check, a motor vehicle records check, and as applicable, pre-employment/random drug testing, credit history records check, fingerprinting records check, medical examination, psychological screening, and test for deception.

SRTC STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.

The Technical College System and Technical Colleges shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Darbie Avera and Connie Barrett. At Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC), the Title IX Coordinator is Darbie Avera, SRTC-Moultrie 800Veterans Parkway North, Moultrie, GA 31788, Building A, (229) 217-4145, davera@southernregional.edu. The Section 504 Coordinator for SRTC is Connie Barrett, SRTC-Thomasville 15689 US Hwy 19 N, Thomasville, GA 31792, Building A, (229) 227-2676, cbarrett@southernregional.edu.