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Indian River State College · 1 day ago

Marine Technology Program Development Manager

Port St Lucie, FL

Part-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$28.72/hr - $28.72/hr

5+ years exp

Indian River State College is a leading public institution located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, dedicated to academic excellence and community engagement. The Marine Technology Program Development Manager is responsible for delivering a high-quality, workforce-aligned program, aligning curriculum with industry standards, and collaborating with faculty and industry partners to ensure effective training pathways.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance in designing and updating accelerated Marine Technology courses, including: Marine electrical and electronic systems, Marine auxiliary and HVAC systems, Marine transmission: gas, diesel, inboard, and outboard systems, Marine rigging and lifting

Ensure all curriculum aligns with current industry standards, ABYC guidelines, recognized certifications, and employer expectations

Assist in developing course learning outcomes, lab activities, assessment methods, and equipment lists

Maintain regular engagement with regional marine industry stakeholders—such as marine centers, boatyards, repair facilities, engine manufacturers, and marine contractors—to validate training needs

Facilitate partnerships for job placement pipelines, equipment donations, guest instruction, and site visits

Advise on emerging technologies, sector trends, and priority employer competencies

Participate in advisory board meetings and provide expert insight

Recommend facility layouts, lab workflows, and equipment to support high-quality, hands-on training

Assist in designing and building specialized training systems

Support vendor selection, equipment acquisition, and tool standardization

Ensure all training infrastructure complies with marine industry safety standards and best practices

Assist in recruiting and screening qualified adjunct faculty and instructors

Provide mentoring and technical guidance to instructional staff

Support evaluation of faculty teaching materials and hands-on lab practices

Other Related Duties And Responsibilities As Assigned

Qualification

Marine electrical/electronicsMarine diesel enginesMarine air conditioningStructural/fiberglass repairIndustry standards knowledgeProfessional experienceCurriculum developmentCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsMentoring experience

Required

Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in Marine Service, Marine Engineering, Marine Maintenance, or related field

Demonstrated expertise in the following areas: Marine electrical/electronics, Marine diesel engines, gasoline systems, Marine air conditioning, auxiliary systems, Structural/fiberglass repair

Strong understanding of industry standards, best practices, tools, and diagnostic equipment

Established connections within the regional marine industry

Experience working with or mentoring technicians, apprentices, or students

Excellent communication and organizational skills