Coordinator, Advanced Manufacturing Programs

Posting Details

Position Summary Information

Position Title Coordinator, Advanced Manufacturing Programs Position Type Full Time Regular Annual Schedule 12 months Expected Work Schedule Standard Anticipated Days Monday - Friday Anticipated Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Anticipated Hours per Week 40 Work Location A-B Tech Main Campus Job Description Summary

Manages the daily operations of Advanced Manufacturing Open Enrollment programs and supports NC Edge Customized Training initiatives through program planning, coordination, delivery, and continuous improvement. The position oversees course scheduling, instructors, facilities, equipment, budgets, student services, and regulatory compliance while supporting instructional activities as needed. The coordinator develops workforce training programs, leads marketing, recruitment, and outreach efforts, builds partnerships with business, industry, K-12, and community organizations, and collaborates with college faculty and staff to support workforce pathways. The position also manages program data, reporting, and assessments, maintains proficiency in college and state-required software systems, participates in professional development, and supports the College's mission, values, and commitment to diversity while performing other duties as assigned.

Duties

1. Manages the operations of Advanced Manufacturing Open Enrollment programs and support NC Edge Customized Training initiatives, including program planning, scheduling, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement.

2. Coordinates instructional operations by scheduling classes, securing and supervising adjunct instructors, assigning facilities, coordinating equipment and instructional resources, and ensuring efficient program delivery.

3. Develops, implements, and maintains training programs and instructional materials that align with industry needs, workforce demands, and College objectives.

4. Provides instructional support and assist with classroom, laboratory, and training activities as needed.

5. Manages the administrative functions of training programs, including course registration, class setup, student records, state compliance documentation, scholarship coordination, and accurate completion of required reports.

6. Assists with coordination of the operation of the Advanced Manufacturing Center, including instructional projects, inventory management, procurement of supplies and materials, and maintenance and repair of instructional equipment.

7. Develops and implements marketing, recruitment, and outreach strategies utilizing the Continuing Education catalog, website, social media, presentations, and community engagement activities to increase awareness and enrollment.

8. Builds and maintains collaborative partnerships with business and industry, K-12 school systems, workforce agencies, economic development organizations, correctional institutions, nonprofit organizations, and other community stakeholders to support workforce development initiatives.

9. Coordinates and expands K-12 workforce development initiatives, including pre-apprenticeship programs, career awareness events, student orientations, facility tours, and other career pathway activities.

10. Collaborates with curriculum faculty and staff to support program alignment, credential pathways, articulation opportunities, and workforce education initiatives.

11. Assists with budget development and management, including training requests, funding requests, purchasing, and monitoring expenditures in coordination with the Director of Economic & Workforce Development.

12. Collects, analyzes, and maintains program data to support annual reporting, program assessment, compliance, accreditation requirements, continuous improvement, and strategic decision-making.

13. Represents the College and Workforce Development division by providing information to prospective students, employers, business partners, and community organizations and by participating in recruitment events, advisory committees, and professional meetings.

14. Maintains proficiency in state-mandated software and College information systems and participate in professional development activities to remain current with workforce trends, instructional practices, and College procedures.

15. Supports the College's Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE principle and promotes an inclusive and diverse learning environment.

16. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)

1. Bachelor's degree

2. Two years of full-time or equivalent experience working in a public-facing position and interacting with diverse populations.

3. Three years of full-time or equivalent curriculum development experience.

4. Three years of full-time or equivalent teaching experience in either K-12 or higher education.

5. One year of full-time or equivalent web-related, social media, or multi-media specialty work experience.

6. Two years of full-time or equivalent experience coordinating activities within or management of a facility such as an office, school, or business setting.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with marketing open enrollment training or education programs.

2. Experience setting up and coordinating training or education programs.

3. Experience with an electronic procurement/supplier exchange system for the purchase of supplies and services.

4. Experience teaching precision measurements, blueprints, GD&T, safety, quality, continuous improvement, MSSC CPT, and other manufacturing-related training.

5. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Should:

1. Read the following before submitting the Application:

• Application Selection Process
• Technical Support Tips

2. Upload Required Documents:

• When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.

PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT

If selected for hire:

• If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.

• Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.

PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.

Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?

A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region's premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959.

With four locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately:

• 10,000 curriculum students
• 14,000 continuing education students
• 1,100 faculty & staff

We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in:

• 71 degrees
• 30 diplomas
• 122 certificates

A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college - providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development.

If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!

A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E)

A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.

This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!

A-B Tech is looking for:

A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.

Position Summary

Posting Detail Information

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 08/13/2026 Start Date 09/17/2026 Keep Open Until Filled Yes Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable) $56,988 Total Compensation

Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.

The total compensation for this position includes an 26.1% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.

Benefits Summary

• Medical and Pharmacy Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Death Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Policies
• Professional Liability
• Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year
• Sick Leave of 12 days per year
• Holiday Leave
• All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military
• Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• State Employees Credit Union membership
• Employee Assistance Network
• Annual Flex Benefit
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Longevity Pay
• Educational Attainment
• Personal observance leave (2 days)

Questions

A-B Tech's Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home's life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at hr@abtech.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• A-B Tech's Current Employee

• A-B Tech's Former Employee

• A-B Tech's Job Board

• A-B Tech's Job vacancy via e-mail

• A-B Tech's Website

• Family Member or friend

• Higher Ed Jobs

• Historically Hispanic Colleges and Universities

• Indeed

• Job Fair

• Mountain Xpress

• North Carolina Works

• North Carolina Community College System Job Board

• Other

• Western North Carolina (Human Resources Association)

• Please provide specific details, if Other website or Other was selected in the previous question. If not, enter N/A. You must select one option to move forward with your application.

• Please provide specific details, if Other website or Other was selected in the previous question. If not, enter N/A. You must select one option to move forward with your application.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Applicant, it is important that you read the "Special Instructions to the Applicants" to ensure you follow the required guidelines. If you do not, you run the risk that your application will be disqualified automatically. The Special Instructions to the Applicants is located on this job announcement. Did you read and understand the "Special Instructions to the Applicants" in its entirety?

• Yes

• No

• • Before submitting your application, did you state clearly in your cover letter and application how you meet each minimum requirements and how you meet any of the preferred qualifications within the job announcement?

• Yes

• No

• • If an unofficial transcript is required for this position, it must be attached to your application or otherwise your application will be disqualified. Did you upload the appropriate unofficial transcript to your application?

• Yes

• No

• Transcript is not required for this job

• • Minimum 1: Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 2: Do you have two years of full-time or equivalent experience working in a public-facing position and interacting with diverse populations?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 3: Do you have three years of full-time or equivalent curriculum development experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 4: Do you have three years of full-time or equivalent teaching experience in either K-12 or higher education?

• Yes

• No

• Minimum 5: Do you have one year of full-time or equivalent web-related, social media, or multi-media specialty work experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 6: Do you have two years of full-time or equivalent experience coordinating activities within or management of a facility such as an office, school, or business setting?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 1: Do you have experience with marketing open enrollment training or education programs?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 2: Do you have experience setting up and coordinating training or education programs?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 3: Do you have experience with an electronic procurement/supplier exchange system for the purchase of supplies and services?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 4: Do you have experience teaching precision measurements, blueprints, GD&T, safety, quality, continuous improvement, MSSC CPT, and other manufacturing-related training?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 5: Are you proficient in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Veterans Preference, if applicable
• Resume
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 2