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Mohawk Valley Community College · 2 weeks ago

Coordinator of Experiential & Justice-Involved Learning (Grant-Funded)

Utica-Rome Area

Contract

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$55K/yr - $55K/yr

Mohawk Valley Community College is committed to providing accessible educational opportunities and is seeking a Coordinator of Experiential & Justice-Involved Learning. This role focuses on expanding access to academic credit for non-traditional and justice-involved learners, coordinating with correctional facilities, and overseeing the Credit for Prior Learning process.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Advises prospective and current students on CPL (Credit for Prior Learning) eligibility, options, and procedures, and guides them through documenting experiences and preparing portfolios or assessments

Provides student support for technical issues, course completion, placement exams, review of past vocational learning opportunities for CPL credit eligibility, and intake interviews for students

Serves as liaison between students, faculty evaluators, and online instructors to ensure transparent, timely, and fair processes

Collaborates with faculty and academic departments to establish and maintain rigorous CPL assessment methods and opportunities and recommend appropriate course selections for students

Conducts training and informational sessions for faculty, staff, students, and advisors on CPL processes, policies, and best practices

Manages all steps of the CPL process, from application intake through transcript entry, ensuring accurate records and timely communication of result

Coordinates instructional services, monitors enrollments, and ensures program integrity for the College in Prison Program (CIPP), including adherence to Department of Corrections policies, procedures, and safety protocols

Collaborates with the New York State Department of Corrections Coordinator (DOCC) to process and orient instructors and co-facilitate DOCCS/CIPP training

Promotes awareness of CPL opportunities through workshops, events, digital media, and print materials, while building partnerships with community organizations, employers, and workforce development entities

Collects and maintains data on CPL participation, outcomes, and awarded credits; analyzes effectiveness; and prepares reports for institutional stakeholders

Collaborates with the Coordinator of Assessment to align non-credit courses and prior work experience with CPL opportunities

Assists in the development and implementation of CPL and CIPP policies, ensuring compliance with institutional, SUNY, state, DOCCS, and accreditor standards, while staying current with best practices in prior learning and correctional education

Administers and monitors grant and contract expenditures, ensures budgetary compliance, and prepares timely certificates of residency as required

Other duties related to the job description and as assigned by the Director of Special Projects

Qualification

Bachelor’s degreeAcademic advisingDatabase proficiencyEffective communicationMulti-taskingSelf-initiationCooperative workBackground checkMaster’s degreePost-secondary education experiencePublic administration experienceFlexibility