TBR | The College System of Tennessee

TEMPORARY/PART-TIME/GRANT FUNDED

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES INSTITUTE COORDINATOR

Number of Openings:                       1

Employee Classification:                  Non-Exempt

Institution:                                       Cleveland State Community College

Department:                                     Perkins Grant

Campus Location:                             Cleveland, TN

Salary Range:                                   $25.00 hr

Position Status:                                 Part-Time Temporary / *Not to exceed 29 hours/week

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following: 

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. 

**This position is grant-funded and is supported through Perkins funding. The position is contingent upon the availability and continuation of grant funds and is exclusive to grant funding.

JOB SUMMARY

The Advanced Technology Institute Coordinator is a part-time, temporary grant-funded position that reports directly to the Dean of Career and Industry Programs and works alongside the Director of Apprenticeships and Internships. The Coordinator develops and coordinates internship and work-based learning opportunities for students in Advanced Technologies programs, serving as the primary liaison between the College, students, and industry partners to support student success and workforce readiness.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Internship and Work-Based Learning Coordination (45%)

• Assist in developing, coordinating, and overseeing internship and work-based learning opportunities for students enrolled in Advanced Technologies programs.
• Match students with career-aligned placements and serve as the primary liaison among students, faculty, and employer partners throughout the internship experience.
• Monitor student progress and provide ongoing support to promote successful completion of work-based learning experiences.

Business and Community Partnerships (30%)

• Establish and maintain partnerships with local Career & Technical Education (CTE) high school programs, regional employers, industry leaders, and workforce agencies.
• Develop and maintain internship and work-based learning partnerships with employers that support Advanced Technologies programs.
• Communicate regularly with employer partners and conduct site visits, as needed, to support student success and strengthen partnerships.

Program Support and Reporting (20%)

• Maintain accurate records and documentation for student placements, employer partnerships, and program activities.
• Collect and report data to support grant requirements, program evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure activities comply with institutional and grant requirements and perform other related duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions (5%)

• The Advanced Technology Institute Coordinator will be required to meet standards now required or which may be required by the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC).
• May be required to achieve additional skill, knowledge, or credential levels.
• Must attend all college functions as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EQUIPMENT

Work activities regularly involve the use of standard office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, and related devices to perform tasks including data entry, document preparation, email communication, and report generation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effective interpersonal skills. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking (when/if applicable).
• Demonstrated proficiency with various software packages including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, flexibility, and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, employer partners, Career and Technical Education (CTE) high school partners, and members of the public.

JOB STANDARDS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution

OR

• Certificate of Completion in any of the following: Business Management, Office Administration, Human Resources, Project Management, Administrative Professionals.
• Minimum of two years of experience in any combination of:

• • Office administration (e.g., Records management, data entry/management, meeting coordination, file management, etc.).
  • Human resources (e.g., Talent acquisition, payroll, onboarding, leave administration, etc.).
  • Project management (e.g., Implementation, budgeting, workflow management, etc.).

JOB LOCATION

This is an on-site position based in the Advanced Technologies Building on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee. The role may also involve travel within the college’s five-county service area and occasional travel throughout the state and nationally for meetings, conferences, and professional events. Travel across the service region for meetings and other activities may also be expected.

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Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

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If you are interested, click on the link to apply. 

Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by August 5, 2026. 

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Cleveland State Community College

Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423-478-6203; FAX: 423-478-6257
Email: humanresources@clevelandstatecc.edu

Website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

Cleveland State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

The following link will direct you to the College’s reporting section, where you can find information and resources for submitting reports related to discrimination and other concerns:  How Do I Report