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Wayne State

Extension Program Coordinator I / II, 100% Grant Funded

Wayne State, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228


Extension Program Coordinator I / II, 100% Grant Funded

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced

Extension Program Coordinator I / II, 100% Grant Funded

at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.Essential Functions:

Work with the Associate Director of the Labor School as the central coordinator for unit programming; to research, develop, modify, and teach on-line and in-person non-credit labor and employment classes and workshops.

Appraise and review current non-credit classroom labor curriculum and assess its capacity for expanding the range of on-line and in-person courses and workshops; make recommendations to modify curriculum and offerings in the Labor School. Develop syllabi and materials for non-credit Labor School classes and customized workshops to meet program goals and objectives.

Coordinate and organize public outreach events for recruitment into the Labor School's programs including conferences, webinars, and on-campus, on-line, and off-campus classes, and workshops.

Conduct regional and national research on current trends in labor education, workplaces, unions, and issues affecting workers, especially those represented by labor unions, to support the Labor School curriculum and programming.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in related field required for level I. Master's degree required for level II, in a related field, or in education.

Experience with labor organization and/or labor education preferred.

Experience in teaching and in curriculum development.

Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Strong administrative skills.

Computer literacy required; digital skills and/or on-line education skills a plus.

Experience working within the Canvas online platform and/or other on-line educational tools.

School/College/Division:

H32 - Provost & VP Academic AffairsPrimary department:

H6617 - Center Labor StudiesEmployment type:Regular EmployeeJob type: Full TimeJob category: Academic/FacultyFunding/salary information:Compensation type: Annual SalaryAnnual Salary: To Be DeterminedPosition Funding: Position is 100% Funded by Grant FundsWorking conditions:

Normal office environmentJob openings:Number of openings: 1Reposted position: NoReposted reason: None (New Requisition)Prior posting/requisition number:Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.