Program Coordinator

at Illinois Board of Higher Education in Springfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Essential Function 1

Analyze and recommend approval or disapproval of requests for new operating and program authority from private entities seeking to offer career and technical education in Illinois.; annual review of approved private business and vocational schools and programs, review of other application types; investigate and develop cases for revocation of institutional authorizations when regulatory non-compliance is discovered.

Assist with keeping abreast of relevant federal and state laws, legislation, rules, regulations, and developments in the field of institution and program authorization and approval.

Support the Director in the development and implementation of policies and initiatives that advance departmental and agency goals and priorities relative to postsecondary education

Investigate and resolve student complaints

Assist with the collection and analysis of data for reporting purposes

Participate in commissions, tasks forces, and various advisory committees to advance higher education initiatives related to agency goals and state priorities

Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university

A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience*

*Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience

Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and investigate multiple sources of information to determine conclusions and make written recommendations grounded in evidence consistent with statute and rules

Ability to create and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying levels of responsibility and backgrounds

Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver professional presentations to a variety of audiences

Ability to engage in collaborative work groups to advance agency and statewide goals/priorities relative to postsecondary education

Ability to