St. Petersburg College

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Coordinator, New Program Development

DEPARTMENT: Baccalaureate Programs SITE: EPI

SALARY SCHEDULE: A&P - GRADE: C

BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for coordination of new program development activities for baccalaureate programs.  Assists the Senior Vice President & Associate Vice President in the coordination of baccalaureate activities.   

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and develops feasibility studies for new and continuing four year programs
• Maintains close working relationship with Deans and appropriate staff on researching new programs
• Works with Deans, other staff and outside professionals in determining new program opportunities
• Researches different aspects related to the feasibility study, including employee and student interest, other program offerings, job and salary projections, and possible curriculum and costs
• Creates presentations and reports reflecting research
• Supports the activities and initiatives of the Senior and Associate Vice President
• Performs related duties as required

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Three (3) years of experience in developing viability and/or feasibility studies applied to educational settings preferred. Experience with market research, project management and new program development also preferred. Experience in developing research or feasibility studies. Familiarity with the baccalaureate programs 3 county service area is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Written and verbal communications skills. Knowledge of program development. Ability and skill to interact with business and educational representatives. Ability to prepare and present presentations.

Revised: 01/2007