Directs and supervises a group of coordinators in the needs assessment for local services with public organizations, businesses, public agencies, other community colleges, and/or the general public.  Develops and manages the budget for the assigned group of programs and activities.  Works closely with coordinators and instructors in handling problems involving students, budgets, and other aspects of the program.  Provides technical advice and/or assists in the development of courses, workshops, programs, and other educational efforts.  Assures records, data, and other information on programs and activities are submitted and maintained.  Conducts evaluations of programs and activities and assures that they meet standards of the College and the Community College System.  Compiles various reports and processes necessary forms and planning documents to support program efforts.  Provides and projects direction, long-range planning, goal setting, and future needs of the program area to the Dean.  Serves on institutional committees as appointed.

Knowledge of:  Principles and practices of PC’s and related software; Adult education theories and practices; Course design and organization; Lesson outlines and teaching methods; Educational needs assessments and evaluation of training courses and activities; Organizational, planning, and administrative skills to coordinate a variety of courses, workshops, and activities for the local programs assigned.   Ability to:  Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Manage and supervise a group of coordinators in the designing, organizing and implementing of their assigned programs and activities; Understand and coordinate training efforts at the community level; Plan, organize, and provide technical consultation to a group of coordinators and instructors; Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community organizations, public agencies, other community colleges, and the general public.