Job Description:
Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Instruction, the Academic
Coordinator supports and coordinates a wide variety of campus
academic processes and oversees the credit and/or non-credit
instruction or concurrent enrollment as designated.
Responsibilities of this position include selecting adjunct faculty
for credit and/or non-credit assignments and coordinating credit
and/or non-credit courses, concurrent enrollment and programming,
working with the Assistant Dean of Instruction to create class
schedules, supporting campus adjunct faculty credentialing,
providing support to faculty with educational technology and
learning management needs, and working in collaboration with other
campus team members to coordinate programs and events in support of
student learning and experiences.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position.
Examples may include a Bachelor’s Degree along with two years of
related experience, or equivalent education and experience that
will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to
perform the functions of the position.
Examples of desired experience may include experience with aspects
of program coordination and support, community education, and
demonstrated knowledge of technology used in educational
environments.
Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position:
proficiency with current technology applications including
technology used in education, detail orientation and accuracy in
recordkeeping and reporting, budget management, ability to
communicate effectively and collaborate with others, ability to
work well with internal and external parties, experience with
organizing, promoting, and coordinating processes and events.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles
reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams,
cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They
guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right
fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member
in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working
effectively with students, employees, and community members of all
backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities
preferred.
Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their
assigned duties within the State of Colorado. The College further
expects employees to accurately report their work location at all
times. Failure to do so impairs the College's ability to ensure
compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information security, and
operational requirements.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants
must be authorized to work in the United States without the need
for current or future sponsorship.
Hiring range = $68,469.15 - $76,076.85 annual salary depending upon
a combination of education and experience. Benefits include
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement
contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental
health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable
transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate
based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable.
CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts
for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a salary range is
listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful
candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for
Equal Work Act.
Position anticipated to close on August 25, 2026 or until
filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential Duties
- Oversees credit and/or non-credit courses including scheduling
and adjunct faculty selection.
Works in partnership with campus marketing professional on
promotion of classes and bulletin production.
Manages budget associated with credit and/or non-credit
programming, First Year Experience and other programs as
assigned
Works in partnership with the Assistant Dean of Instruction and
student affairs to create semester class schedules.
Support campus faculty in Canvas use, aiding and expertise
Review and coordinate updates and all required documentation and
information for campus adjunct faculty credentialing process.
Verify, request and coordinate information in response to
credentialing requests.
Coordinate learning management program including textbook
adoptions, desk copy requests, and assisting with student return of
textbooks.
Co-lead campus First Year Experience.
Serve as resource and support for adjunct faculty with
technical, operational and material needs.
Provide assessment assistance to Assistant Dean of Instruction
when necessary.
Assign and coordinate training for newly hired adjunct faculty
and ongoing adjunct faculty when needed.
May be asked to serve as liaison with the CEPA Coordinator or
may be designated as the CEPA Coordinator by the campus to ensure
CEPA classes are programmed and running properly.
Review and verify course syllabus in Canvas for all credit
and/or non-credit adjunct and other adjunct faculty as
needed.
Participate in campus committees and events, and may chair
committees as assigned, such as professional development committee
and instructional equipment committee, or others.
Records management, data and reporting as needed for all areas
of responsibility.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
This position works under the direction of a designated campus
administrator.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position serves as a lead for designated processes and events,
and may supervise credit and/or non-credit adjunct faculty.
Special Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a background check including motor
vehicles records report will be required. Incumbents in this
position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of
Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties
assigned.
Altered work schedule including evenings and weekends and travel
within CMC service area may be required at times, based on position
responsibilities.
Working Conditions
This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking,
standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling;
frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements;
occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50
lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to
reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is
performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and
driving a vehicle occasionally.
CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified
individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist
individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation
requests related to employment, including completing the
application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment
testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to
perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation
does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and
require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive
experience applying or interviewing for this position, please
direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources,
benefits@coloradomtn.edu.
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic
nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of
typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all
positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor
does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.
Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the
ongoing needs of the organization.
Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the
institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental
stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations,
and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns
with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not
to compromise the needs of future generations.