WIOA Adult Program Coordinator

The WIOA Adult Program Coordinator provides oversight and implementation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act ( WIOA ) federally funded grant program. This includes recruitment of a diverse population, ensuring that participants receive the full scope of WIOA eligible training programs, and supportive assistance to aid in successful outcomes.
Supervisor Responsibilities
Manage one staff member, which includes:

• Overseeing daily operations and guiding team members to ensure productivity and efficiency.
• Conducting regular check-ins and delivering constructive feedback.
• Addressing and resolving issues promptly.
• Ensuring compliance with college and grant policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Demonstrates knowledge of student-centered practices that support student success, retention, and engagement throughout the academic journey.
• Demonstrates thorough understanding of FERPA and other federal and state regulations related to admissions, registration, and student records.
• Demonstrates the ability to lead by example, inspire others, and foster a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Experienced in overseeing budgets, ensuring financial accountability, and optimizing resource allocation.
• Sets clear expectations and goals for employees. Provides coaching, training, and support to help team members grow professionally.

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, social work, or related field, or a combination of relevant experience, education and training that equates to the required degree.
• Experience working in workforce related programs, with a demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.
• Minimum of 1 year program management, including supervision and budgeting.
• Current, valid, unrestricted driver’s license.

• Experience in postsecondary education.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 25 pounds with proper equipment; reasonable accommodations available.
• Light physical activity required; must be able to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, and communicate effectively in various formats.
• Primarily daytime hours with some evening and weekends to support College events and initiatives.

Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.

Position Status Full Time

Hours per Week 40+

Weeks per Year 52

Budgeted Hours per Year 2080

Professional Staff - Grant Funded

$56,534.00 - $58,000.00

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/13/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

• Oversee and implement the WIOA Adult Program goals as outlined in the grant requirements, including maintaining a case load of program participants.
• Maintain positive and active working relationships with the grant funding agencies.
• Collaborate with other College stakeholders to develop and submit the grant proposal.
• Fiscally manage the program budget and submit monthly billings and reports to funding agencies.
• Supervise staff funded under the WIOA Adult Program.
• Recruit eligible participants through collaboration with Kishwaukee College academic programs, DeKalb County High Schools, and local community-based organizations.
• Provide career and educational advisement on local WIOA eligible training options to participants.
• Plan and coordinate participant success initiatives for the purposes of retention and completion of training.
• Network with local human service organizations, in order to assist with participant needs that are outside the scope of WIOA services provided.
• Attend related local, state and federal events to improve program outcomes and measures.
• Attend community meetings and outreach programs informing of WIOA Services.
• Assist with creating tuition waiver forms for payment of tuition services.
• Meet with potential employers for work-based learning opportunities and complete necessary documentation for placement approval.
• Assist with purchasing of items needed for participants, including providing receipts of purchases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 100

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