Flexfactor Program Coordinator

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Tanner, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03902 - 1
College/Division: CCC-501040-Recruiting
Opening Date: 03/28/2024
Closing Date: 4/11/2024 4:00 PM Central
Campus Location: Calhoun Community College
Position Summary
Continued employment is contingent upon funding.
This position is not tenure eligible.
This position is primarily focused and responsible for executing the FlexFactor program in local middle and high schools. The program is designed to bring more awareness of career opportunities and the educational pathways to Advanced Manufacturing careers using a student-led learning approach. FlexFactor challenges students to identify real-world problems, conceptualize a high tech solution, and build a business model around it. At the end of the program, students pitch their ideas "Shark Tank" style.
Salary: Appropriate salary placement on ACCS Salary Schedule H25, grade 11: $21,043 - $26,442
Work Hours: 25 hours per week between the hours of 7:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. on Friday
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the online application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• An online application
• Current résumé
• Copy of college transcripts
• (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Schedule 15+ FlexFactor classes in area schools each year and arrange classroom visits for each class participating.
2. Plan and coordinate with internal colleagues Calhoun campus tours and career exploration for each class.
3. Build and coordinate with external colleagues to secure industry engagement for off-site Industry Day experiences and FlexFactor Final Pitch Panelists.
4. Maintain administrative files including: FlexFactor paperwork, and participant applications.
5. Coordinate with ACCS FlexFactor program manager and other FlexFactor colleges in Alabama as necessary.
6. Deliver in-class room FlexFactor program content and presentations.
7. Plan and coordinate with internal and external colleagues all FlexFactor Final Pitches "Shark Tank" style for each iteration.
8. Assist with the development of social media content, news articles, annual reports, etc.
9. Provide FlexFactor participant teams with assistance and feedback around their product, business model, and presentations.
10. Help participants to understand career pathways and college credit opportunities available to them.
11. Lead meetings with teachers and administrators to develop iteration schedules and develop new partners.
12. Help participants plan for career transition and connect them with college resources to engage participants in mentoring, internships, and employment readiness skills.
13. Share knowledge of Calhoun programs and offerings in various environments with the goal of recruiting students to careers in North Alabama and educational pathways provided by Calhoun Community College to these careers.
14. Collaboratively develop effective presentations and activities to convey what Calhoun can offer and the benefits of attending.
15. Review the Calhoun Catalog annually to become familiar with changes affecting prospective and current student enrollments.
16. Maintain knowledge of financial aid opportunities for prospective and current students.
17. Maintain a general knowledge of other college policies and procedures including academic support, and student activities.
18. Develop and maintain partnerships with high school administrators, business and industry contacts, and community agencies and organizations.
19. Engage in training and continuously monitor enrollment processes at the College.
20. Seek out, participate, and present at professional development related to the position.
21. Maintain a positive attitude that contributes to a professional, team-centered environment.
22. Use technology effectively for word processing, record-keeping, instructional applications, electronic communication, information and data management.
23. Comply with policies of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the College.
24. Travel to service area schools and training sessions.
25. Perform all duties with professionalism.
26. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, education, or related field from an accredited institution is required.
2. Experience conducting presentations, training, workshops, etc is required.
3. Experience in event planning or higher education is required.
4. Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to be insurable is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

1. Experience conducting presentations, training, workshops, etc.
2. Experience in event planning or higher education.
3. Possess a valid driver's license and be insurable.
4. Effective human relations skills, professionalism, enthusiasm and commitment to career exploration.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
6. Experience in the use of a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) System or related sales software.
7. Knowledge of current employment trends.
8. Knowledge of Calhoun Community College and the Alabama Community College System.
9. Knowledge of technical and terminal programs and curriculum.
10. Knowledge of FERPA.
11. Ability to utilize and search the internet for information.
12. Experience in the use of current educational technologies in the classroom including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
13. Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues.
14. Ability to maintain confidential information.
15. Ability to work and communicate with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds.
16. Ability to utilize email systems to communicate information.
17. Ability to work with minimal supervision/ work independently.
18. Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times.
19. Ability to greet individuals of any background with friendliness, tact and courtesy.
20. Ability to operate in high pressure situations and respond to issues in a calm manner.
21. Conscientious- wanting to care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job.
22. Initiative- responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work.
23. A focus on detail.
24. A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs.
25. Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.
26. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet customer needs.
27. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.
28. Confidence in decision making and communication skills.
29. Willingness to enthusiastically learn all/most aspects of the operation.

Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a non-refundable $24.40 payment for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.calhoun.edu
P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591
Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
8 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.
0-4 years 8 hours per month
5-9 years 10 hours per month
10-14 years 12 hours per month
15-19 years 14 hours per month
20+ 16 hours per month
(may accumulate up to 480 hours)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)
Contracted Work Days
260
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 12.59% (effective 10/01/22)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 11.44% (effective 10/01/22)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 12.59%(effective 10/01/22)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 11.44% (effective 10/01/22)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit
Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
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