Elgin Community College
Location
Elgin, Illinois
Salary
$26 - $35 / HOUR
The Continuing Education Coordinator is responsible for managing the planning, delivery, and compliance of continuing education programs that award CEUs, overseeing event execution and course content development. This role also involves maintaining accreditation, managing credit tracking systems, coordinating marketing, and monitoring budgets to ensure program quality and institutional alignment.
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience is required, along with four years of experience in education administration, program coordination, or a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong customer service, financial management, and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.
Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.
This is a Part-Time Support Staff position at grade 14, with an hourly pay rate of $26.41 to $35.21. The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.
The Continuing Education Coordinator manages the planning, delivery, and compliance of continuing education programs awarding CEUs. This role oversees event execution, course content development, and participant engagement while ensuring adherence to state and professional licensing standards. Responsibilities include maintaining accreditation, managing credit tracking systems, coordinating marketing efforts, monitoring budgets, and supporting faculty and participants. Strong organizational, communication, and data management skills are essential to ensure program quality, compliance, and alignment with institutional goals
1. Bachelor’s degree required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Four years of experience in education administration, program coordination, or a related field. 3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong customer service, financial management, and organizational skills
1. Master’s degree 2. Experience managing data systems and coordinating professional development or continuing education programs
1. Perform other duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.
Physical Demands: Light (up to 25 lbs occasionally or 10 lbs frequently)
Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)
Work Environment: Moderate noise
Environmental Conditions: Typical office or administrative
The initial posting date for this position is 01/20/2026. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 01/27/2026 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.
Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.
In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Market context
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