Full Time Program Coordinator, Institutional Planning and Engagement na Lorain County Community College

Position Overview

The Program Coordinator plays a strategic role in advancing institutional and grant-funded initiatives through effective support of project management, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement. This position acts as a critical connector across academic departments, operations teams, and external partners to ensure all projects are aligned with Lorain County Community College’s (LCCC) mission, funding requirements, and strategic priorities.

Reporting to the Director of Institutional Planning and Engagement, the Coordinator collaborates closely with grant leads, faculty, and operational units. They are responsible for convening implementation teams, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring timely communication across stakeholders. Key deliverables include meeting materials, internal updates, financial summaries, and formal reports.

Success in this role requires a proactive, organized approach and a strong commitment to transparency, alignment, and forward-thinking planning. The Coordinator’s contributions are integral to driving progress in student success, workforce innovation, and community impact.

Key Responsibilities

· Convene cross-functional teams and facilitate communication across stakeholders

· Develop reports, briefings, and materials for internal and external audiences

· Monitor project budgets and assist with forecasting and financial reporting

· Ensure compliance with institutional and federal grant requirements

· Support alignment, efficiency and maximize impact across related projects and initiatives

Qualifications

Required:

· Associate degree and a minimum of 4–7 years of related experience

OR

· Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2-3 years of related experience

OR

· Master’s degree and a minimum of 1+ years of related experience

· Project or grant management experience

· Strong communication and coordination skills

· Familiarity with federal grants and compliance

Preferred:

· Training in project management and budgeting

Tools Used: SmartSheet, Oracle, Microsoft 365

The application file should include: cover letter, current resume, Professional Statement (if applicable); unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon employment) and contact information for 3-4 professional references.  Incomplete files will not be considered. Candidate selected will be subject to appropriate background checks before hire.      

Minimum Salary of $67,800. The salary is commensurate with experience and supported by a comprehensive fringe benefits package.    

About LCCC: 

Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. 

Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County’s high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC’s high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future. 

LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC’s students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success. 

Lorain County Community College seeks to hire and employ locally whenever possible.  Employees should reside in Ohio, where they can be responsive to on-campus work requirements, and within a reasonable commuting distance of their work location.