Early College Coordinator

Early College Coordinator | JobID: 2284
Position Type:
  Technical/Professional

Date Posted:
  10/14/2026

Location:
  Rock Valley College
 
Position Title: Early College Coordinator
Division: Early College Department: Early College Employee Status: Full-time
Group: Professional Staff Association (PSA)
Grade: N
Salary: ($62,924-$68,552 annual)
FLSA: Exempt (salaried)
ICCB Classification: Tech/Professional
Issued: May 2005
Revised: 06/07, 04/11, 03/12, 10/13, 11/14, 01/16, 04/16, 01/18, 06/19, 8/21, 12/21, 10/26
Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
 
Rock Valley College does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Reporting Relationships
Reports to: Dean of Early College.
Supervision Exercised: Shared functional supervision may be exercised over student employees and the Administrative Assistant II.

Job Summary
Coordinate all aspects of assigned Early College programs. Provide primary oversight over SMART Camp, a multiple week summer enrichment camp for middle school students that is designed to expose students at an early age to the world of CNC Machining, Mechatronics, Welding & other areas of Career and Technical Education. Assist Dean of Early College with initiating collaborative internal and external partnerships to enhance current programs and develop new opportunities for high school students to earn college credit. Oversee implementation and assessment of programs, including but not limited to recruitment, registration, orientation, and retention of program participants. Regularly engage with students and their families, high school administrators and personnel, and College faculty and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Additional related duties may be assigned.

1.    Responsible for being the lead coordinator for at least one of the following Early College programs: SMART Camp, Running Start, Dual Credit at the High School, NACEP Accreditation.
2.    Promote highly collaborative and effective partnerships with regional high school districts and RVC departments, in coordination of Early College programs.
3.    Create innovative strategies to develop, implement, and track Pathways, including dual credit, articulated credit, and transitional courses offered within Rock Valley College District 511 at regional K-12 school districts.
4.    Promote efforts to reduce barriers and ensure equitable access to students enrolling in Early College programs and/or transitioning from Early College to Rock Valley College upon high school graduation.
5.    Identify opportunities for continuous process and program improvement and recommend appropriate revisions to department and program policies and procedures.
6.    Work with designated high school personnel to ensure terms of partnership agreements are fully executed.
7.    Monitor high school program courses and enrollment in collaboration with academic departments and the Registrar.
8.    Assist in the review of credentials and onboarding of Dual Credit Instructors.
9.    Work with high schools to collect and verify admissions requirements and course prerequisites for dual credit students have been completed.
10.    Schedule placement testing for district high schools in collaboration with the Testing Center.
11.    Design orientation programming for students enrolled in Early College programs to support their transition to Rock Valley College.
12.    Aid in the advising and registration of Early College students as it relates to college graduation requirements and pathways continuation.
13.    Ensure that EVRs, midterm grades, and final grades are submitted for Dual Credit at High School courses.
14.    Regularly monitor the academic success of each student.
15.    Maintain frequent contact with high school partners regarding student progress, high school graduation requirements, and academic or social emotional concerns for students enrolled in Running Start; make appropriate referrals as needed.
16.    Ensure students' college transcripts are received by their respective high schools at the end of each semester, as agreed upon for certain dual credit programs.
17.    Ensure departmental resources and publications, including program handbooks, policies, procedures, and the department website are up-to-date and accessible to high school partners, program participants and their families.
18.    Participate on relevant campus committees.
19.    Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), student data and program outcomes, and provide reports to the Dean of Early College.
20.    Lead and support Early College events, information sessions, and services, including events hosted with external partners (i.e. CEANCI).
21.    Support updates, revisions, and execution of external partnership agreements.
22.    Assist all Early College team members with administrative duties, programs, projects, and some clerical functions.
23.    Ensure retention and successful transition of Early College students to RVC upon completion of high school graduation.
24.    Knowledgeable about IL Dual Credit Quality Act and ICCB Administrative Rules governing dual credit, among other legislation, dual credit best practices, etc.
25.    Maintain confidentiality of student records, files, and correspondence as required by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
26.    Lead SMART Camp recruitment and enrollment process, including development of marketing materials and student outreach.
27.    Lead SMART Camp programming in coordination with CTE, including maintaining curriculum and securing industry partner tours.
28.    May be required to teach STU 100 for Running Start.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications
1.    Master's Degree from an accredited institution with an emphasis in Primary, Education, Secondary Education, Higher Education, College Student Personnel, or counseling required.
2.    Four to five years' experience in secondary or post-secondary education, career and technical education, or academic advising in a community college setting highly preferred.
3.    Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and dedication to working with high school and college students.
4.    Cultural competence; interact effectively with a diverse population of college students, faculty and staff.
5.    Critical thinking skills that lead to creative and strategic solutions.
6.    Ability to work successfully as part of a team in an educational setting.
7.    Excellent organizational skills, oral and written communication, attention to detail, and adaptability.
8.    Possess a high level of computer literacy; including the ability to troubleshoot technical problems.
9.    Bi-lingual proficiency (Spanish) highly desirable.

Work Environment
The job is primarily performed in an office setting.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described in this section are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing this role, employees regularly use their hands to operate tools, equipment, or controls, and to reach, handle, or manipulate objects. The role also involves frequent verbal communication and active listening, as well as periods of standing.

Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to individuals with disabilities throughout the employment process. Including application and hiring, and to perform the essential functions of the position.