Berkshire Community College Looking for Program Coordinator – SSA 2023 Full Time

BCC is looking for a candidate who enjoys working with high school and college students to recruit and support individuals through a
STEM-focused academic support program, the STEM Starter Academy. The ideal candidate is comfortable connecting with students and
establishing STEM pathways for individuals whether they are curious about STEM, determined to be STEM majors, or looking for an academic
focus and might not know the STEM options available to them. They will liaise with school contacts, conduct informational sessions, and
organize the curriculum for the STEM Starter Academy summer workshop.

The staff member in this position will assist the Berkshire
Science Commons Director, conduct informational sessions, and organize the curriculum for the STEM Starter Academy summer workshop. They are
responsible for two main pillars of the STEM Starter Academy program framework: recruitment of new students to the program and readiness
preparation for college skills.

Specific items of responsibility would include recruiting school liaisons and maintaining
communication, tracking student contacts and following up with interested potential participants, delivering info sessions on BCC campus and
at local high schools, conducting college readiness instruction at the yearly summer workshop, planning for the summer workshop including
recruiting faculty and consultants, organizing programs and workplace visits for the students, communicating with and coaching dual-enrolled
program participants, and other duties as needed for the program.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will
possess the following:

• Minimum B.A. or B.S. in education or a STEM field such as engineering, chemistry, mathematics,
  geosciences, or computer science. Teaching or outreach experience is preferred, especially at a college level.
• Experience planning
  and conducting information sessions.
• Demonstrated understanding of high school needs, college processes, and the role of community
  colleges in strengthening students’ career options and learning experiences.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills,
  including the ability to proactively connect with students, faculty, and staff.

Additional Information:

• Source of Funding: STEM Starter Academy Grant*
• Salary: $30.03/hour; (per MCCC Contract); part-time 18.5 hours/week;
  non-benefited
• Area of Assignment: STEM & Business, STEM Starter Academy
• Effective Dates: Fall 2023

*NOTE: Pending renewal of state grant funding through September 21, 2024.

Pursuant to the Clery Act of 1990 a copy of Berkshire
Community College’s security report is available on the BCC Website.

Application Instructions:

To apply,
submit your resume and cover letter by visiting the Berkshire Community College Job
Board.

Closing Date: October 6, 2023

BCC is committed to providing an inclusive learning and working environment that values the diverse backgrounds of all people and encourages applications from individuals whose experiences and perspectives model the opportunities and success derived from a college education.

Berkshire Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its education programs or employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to Human Resources, Affirmative Action Officer, and Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, Susan B. Anthony Annex Building, Room A19.