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Program Coordinator, Homeland Security Training Institute (FT), CFRE20604HSTI The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago. It offers nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates, preparing students for lifelong learning and smooth transitions to baccalaureate programs. Responsibilities Develop, schedule, and staff non-credit continuing education (CE) courses for public safety, law enforcement, homeland security program areas on and off campus. Oversee instructional development for all approved courses within assigned program areas. Design, implement, and evaluate course curriculum on an ongoing basis. Determine program and course costs, set fees to ensure profitability, and cancel classes as needed. Recruit, interview, supervise, and evaluate adjunct faculty and classroom assistants. Recommend annual budget and resource allocation; monitor monthly expenditures to maintain a cost‑recovery system. Determine program cost on a course‑by‑course basis and establish course fees to assure cost efficiency. Recommend capital expenditures related to program development. Assist with short‑ and long‑range divisional planning and budget goals. Establish and monitor program quality in cooperation with the Manager, HSTI, including assessment surveys, reporting, and presentations. Plan, coordinate, and facilitate staff development resources, including facilities, equipment, and instructional materials. Research, approve, and negotiate contracts for additional class facilities and community partnerships as needed. Assist the Manager, HSTI in developing marketing strategies and promotional materials, including class schedules, brochures, flyers, news releases, paid advertising and website content. Review and approve administrative forms such as assignment sheets, purchase orders, and independent contractor agreements. Ensure compliance with licensing and accreditation requirements, interpret and report to relevant agencies. Compile and analyze departmental revenue and enrollment statistics; prepare reports for the Manager, HSTI. Provide high‑quality service in all interactions with students, community members, faculty, staff, and administrators. Advise and counsel students on course selection, sequencing, and placement to meet educational needs. Initiate payments for staff development stipends, part‑time faculty, instructional assistants, and independent contractors. Review, revise, and update course descriptions, curriculum, textbooks, and multimedia enhancements. Collaborate with the Manager, HSTI on establishing and monitoring program quality, including planning, implementation, assessment reporting. Represent the college at continuing education meetings, workshops, and conferences. Maintain and update the Continuing Education website. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree required. Bachelor's degree in teaching or a related field preferred. Experience 3 years of experience in program development or program training required. Experience in public safety organizations, law enforcement, homeland security, corporate security, or community member training required. Experience teaching through a community college or professional training program, and experience with cost‑recovery type programs and budgets preferred. Working Conditions Standard office environment with computer, fax, copier, calculator, and software. Busy office environment with frequent interactions with students and guests. Some evening and weekend hours required. Requires background check and drug screen. Hiring Range Starting pay begins at $54,600 based on experience. Competitive starting pay is dependent on education and experience. The College of DuPage offers a generous benefits plan that includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision (effective the first day of employment), and retirement benefits. The College of DuPage is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting and retaining high‑performing talent and ensuring a diverse, inclusive community environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans’ status, marital status, disability, military status, or any other protected characteristic. To apply, visit application portal . #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed

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