Coordinator of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development - Middlesex Community College in Lowell, Massachusetts at Middlesex Community College

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Position Title: Coordinator of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development - Middlesex Community College

Location: Lowell, MA Category: Full-time Staff Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Wed Sep 2 2026 Job Description:

Title: Coordinator of the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development

Unit: Non-Unit Professional (NUP)

Department: Strategic Priorities and Professional Development

Reports to: Executive Director of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development

Date: September 2, 2026

General Summary: Middlesex Community College (MCC) is seeking a highly motivated, knowledgeable, and detail oriented individual to support and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development / Center for Truth, Community Healing and Transformation; to ensure prompt delivery of programming, training, and other services to the campus community. This role provides direct support to the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development. General responsibilities include office management, travel / event scheduling, and budget/ procurement duties. Applicants must have a passion for supporting diverse populations of students, employees and community stakeholders, demonstrated commitment to student success and employee retention, and an understanding of their role in the overall college strategic plan.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the Department of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development, and the Center for Truth, Community Healing and Transformation; including sort, send, receive and distribute mail for the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development.
• Administer the budget and procurement processes, monitor, track, and reconcile various budgets that fund the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development and the CTCHT, and adjust accounts as needed.
• Create purchase orders and requisitions; prepare and submit supporting documentation to the Purchasing Department, including contract documentation, and request change orders as needed. Monitor and review open encumbrances in Banner to ensure proper balances. Request POs be closed and/or canceled when necessary. Resolve issues and discrepancies with Purchasing and Accounts Payable. Enter p-card transactions in the Bank of America Works system and maintain supporting documentation.
• Provide support for projects that advance institutional strategic priorities, including those related to affinity groups. Assist with the development and administration of surveys, self-assessments, program evaluations, data collection and analysis. Compile, analyze, and communicate assessment findings, participation data, and program outcomes to departmental leadership to support continuous improvement and data-informed decision making.
• Support the planning and execution of events sponsored by the Office of Professional Development, including Professional Days, Communities of Practice, New Faculty Seminars, and Advisory Board meetings. Responsibilities include pre-event coordination, participant tracking, logistical arrangements, assessment and reporting to departmental leadership as needed, on-site support, and general administrative assistance to ensure a successful event delivery.
• Provide in person reception and coverage of the Center for Truth, Community Healing and Transformation, located in the Lowell campus. Demonstrates superior front-line customer service to guests, both in-person and via phone/email; responds to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate all aspects of programming for in person and/or online events originating from the office and center including booking virtual/ physical space, catering, budgeting, procurement/purchasing, hiring activities, stipend payments, etc. ensuring related activities take place in a prompt manner. Collaborate with the Events Director and administrative staff as needed to ensure the seamless execution of professional development and CTCHT activities.
• Develop and maintain departmental operational processes, documentation standards, ongoing projects, and knowledge management resources to improve and ensure efficiency, support continuity of operations, timely delivery of programming and institutional reporting; while identifying growth areas and maintaining a continuous improvement mindset and departmental culture.
• Coordinate various belonging initiatives and programming by supporting their planning, design, development, relevant communication, pre-and post-attendance surveys, attendance and calendar tracking, etc. Belonging initiatives include but are not limited to community healing circles, affinity spaces, National Day of Community Healing, Day of Love, Acceptance and Belonging, etc.
• Facilitate community healing circles in support of institutional belonging opportunities.
• Coordinate various initiatives and events which may include service award recognition programs, employee engagement activities, professional development day, communities of practice and other special projects as they arise.
• Coordinate operational support for Strategic Leadership Council (SLC), including meeting preparation, agenda and material distribution, communication with campus stakeholders, funding requests tracking, etc.
• Coordinate campus wide communication initiatives in support of strategic priorities via Newscaster and email communication, including professional development opportunities, employee engagement efforts, institutional observances, among others.
• Collaborate and participate in events taking place at the college and extended community, including but not limited to those celebrating the diverse experiences of the individuals that make up the Middlesex Community College service area.
• In coordination with the Director of Professional Development, administer the mini-grant initiative. Coordinate all fiscal and administrative activities, while adhering to institutional policies. Serve as the primary point of contact for mini-grant funds recipients, while providing guidance for successful completion

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage calendar and travel for the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development, as needed.
• Attend meetings, national conferences and trainings with national stakeholders for the Center for Truth, Community Healing and Transformation, as needed.
• With the guidance of the Executive Director, collaborate with faculty and other stakeholders to identify opportunities to deliver community healing circles to students and other relevant populations, respectively.
• In coordination with the Marketing and Communications department, oversee website intranet content, website and social media operations; produce, update, and maintain forms, guides, brochures, flyers, announcements, and publication materials used by the department and the CTCHT across the college as appropriate.
• Serve on college wide and community-based committees as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field OR and Associate's degree in a relevant field and at least three (3) years of relevant professional administrative experience implementing initiatives, or working with diverse populations, in customer service centric or related fields.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted for the requirements listed above.
• Experience working with individuals or groups from historically minoritized backgrounds implementing practices, initiatives, programs.
• Ability to work autonomously, using discretion when needed to accomplish goals, and develop alternatives/ recommendations when needed; while maintaining collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
• Ability to effectively interface with all constituents and maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to travel between both campus locations in Lowell and Bedford, MA.
• Evidence of the ability to learn quickly, to demonstrate excellent administrative and organizational skills, and meet deadlines and goals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including listening skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability in the use of databases and other computer-based technologies
• Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities. Demonstrated proficiency working in an environment where equity and community-centric work is central to institutional strategy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual skills a plus
• Demonstrated ability implementing and managing strategic, equity or community- centric projects and initiatives at an organizational level.
• Working knowledge or interest in developing and facilitating community healing practices and circles.
• Experience working in higher education, and at a comprehensive community college.
• Experience with project management or coordination of programs

Additional Information:

Salary Range: : $60,000 - $70,000 with actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience.
Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and
receive benefits, which include:

• High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
• Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
• Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Location: Lowell Campus with occasional travel to Bedford, as needed

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire.

Expected Start Date: October 2026

Application Deadline: September 23, 2026