Technical Education Success Coach

The Technical Education Success Coach will report to the Dean of Technical Education and Workforce Development. The Technical Education Success Coach is responsible for the recruiting and promoting the Technical Division’s programs and work‑based learning programs as well as representing and promoting career awareness programs throughout the college’s service area. In addition, the employee assists Technical Division faculty with student retention and placement of graduates.

The Technical Education Success Coach also develops and nurtures relationships with local high school representatives and with business, industry, and community leaders.

This position is posted in compliance with Alabama Code §16-22-15. It is the intent to place a current employee in this position.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience according to the Alabama Community College System Salary Schedule E3: (Salary range: $41,349 - $66,218)

THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION. CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING FROM THE GRANT. In accordance with the provisions of the Students First Act, ACT , non-probationary status is not attainable by virtue of employment in this position, the funding and duration of which are finite.

Benefits: Full time employees are entitled to the College’s benefit package to include: PEEHIP, retirement, leave (annual, sick, and personal).

ANTICIPATED

START DATE:

November 2026

• Assist students, high school counselors, and advisors with career assessment and career exploration activities.
• Assist with Technical Education Dual Enrollment.
• Provide soft skill training, resume, job application, and mock interview preparation training.
• Assist credit and non-credit faculty members with the placement of graduates.
• Assist Technical Education faculty with attrition and retention issues; including but not limited to, recruitment and retention of non-traditional students.
• Plan and organize camps and career fairs for the Technical Division.
• Assist with development and implementation of a plan to address Perkins V Core Indicators.
• Organize and conduct industry connection events or career day activities for technical division students.
• Develop and nurture relationships with local high school representatives and with area business and community leaders.
• Assist with the recruitment and enrollment of veterans and non-traditional students in credit and non-credit technical programs.
• Advise prospective and existing students during registration, enrollment periods, and throughout the year.
• Assist with the hosting tours and camps for potential students i.e. STEM camp, Manufacturing Day, Career Connections, Open Houses, Scholarships, etc.
• Support Technical Division apprenticeship and other work-based learning programs
• Inform eligible students of the program opportunities.
• Refer interested and qualified candidates to the Program without discrimination
• Furnish the company with requested information related to the co‑op/intern student’s field of study and academic standing.
• Monitor academic progress. Inform (in writing) the company of any change in the co‑op student’s progress and performance.
• Schedule and host business, industry, and college tours for Technical Division students.
• Travel to service area schools and training sessions as required.
• Maintain accurate records and provide reports.
• Maintain appropriate work hours and professional dress.
• Adhere to prescribed policies of the College and the Alabama Community College System.
• Perform other professional duties as assigned by the President, Dean of Technical Education and Workforce Development.

• Associate Degree or higher required.
• Experience in one of the following: recruitment, sales, advising or career services required.