To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: 

The Program Developer – Continuing Education (CE) serves as a critical support resource for CE learners while advancing innovative programming, cross-campus partnerships, and corporate training initiatives. 

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. 
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. 
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. 
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence. 

• Guide CE students across personal enrichment, open enrollment, certificate programs, and articulated career pathways.
• Develop and maintain curriculum pathways and program sequences aligned with workforce trends and learner needs.
• Assist in the planning and execution of CE-wide initiatives aimed at program innovation and enhanced student engagement.
• Coordinate and manage selected corporate training products and events, ensuring high-quality delivery and instructor support.
• Facilitate the recruitment, onboarding, and engagement of corporate and CE instructors.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of CE programs into broader institutional goals.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Deliver responsive and student-focused advising services that support retention and learner achievement.
• Demonstrate proactive communication and coordination across teams to ensure project goals and deadlines are met.
• Identify opportunities for new programs or enhancements based on student feedback and industry needs.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation by proposing and piloting new models, formats, or partnerships within CE.
• Exhibit professionalism and adaptability in managing multiple projects across varying timelines and stakeholder groups.
• Ensure high levels of instructor satisfaction and engagement through clear communication and supportive management.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences. 

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work.  Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing. 
 

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, or related field, or at least five years of responsibility/experience in program development, coordination, or administration in an education, business or relevant environment.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: 

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404,319-398-5572,equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone:(303) 844-5695FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email:OCR.Denver@ed.gov.