Job Description

Position Details

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Position Information

Posting Number

2012458P

Position Title

Coordinator - Literacy, Recruitment & Retention

Position Number

1027

Job Type

Regular

Accountability Objective

The Coordinator of Literacy, Recruitment & Retention is accountable for the direction and management of literacy initiatives, student recruitment, and retention strategies within the Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) Department. The incumbent coordinates the Adult Volunteer Literacy (AVL) program, supervises volunteers, manages literacy grant activities, and leads outreach and engagement efforts to promote participation and student success. The position ensures data integrity, compliance with funding guidelines, and collaboration with college and community partners to achieve AEL program goals.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Education, Guidance and Counseling, Social Science, or related area. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying literacy levels. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, data systems, and social media platforms. Experience coordinating projects and supervising staff or volunteers.

Desired Qualifications

Master's degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field. Experience in Adult Education, literacy instruction, or workforce development. Background in recruitment, marketing, or community engagement. Grant writing and reporting experience.

Weeks

Hours per Week

Full-Time/ Part-Time

Full Time

Minimum Compensation

$45,000.00

Open Date

10/10/2025

First Consideration By

10/20/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Danville Area Community College

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https://dacc.edu/campus-map

Benefit Information -

https://dacc.edu/hr/employee-benefits

Essential Job Function

Essential Job Function

Program and Grant Management

Directs and oversees the Adult Volunteer Literacy (AVL) program; supervises literacy volunteers. Writes, manages, and reports on literacy-related grants, ensuring compliance with ICCB and Secretary of State requirements. Prepares and monitors the AVL budget, collaborates with the Director of AEL and Finance for fiscal accountability, and ensures accurate expenditure tracking. Maintains data integrity and prepares mandated quarterly and annual reports.

Essential Job Function

Recruitment & Community Engagement

Develops and executes recruitment and outreach strategies to attract new Adult Education and ESL students. Builds and maintains partnerships with schools, community organizations, businesses, and faith-based groups to promote literacy and AEL programs. Represents the AEL Department at community events, job fairs, and presentations to expand program visibility and enrollment. Designs and distributes marketing materials and manages AEL social media and public communication efforts.

Essential Job Function

Student Retention & Success

Implements and monitors retention initiatives to support student attendance and completion. Connects students with resources to remove barriers to participation and persistence. Conducts outreach and follow-up with inactive students to re-engage them in programming. Supports student onboarding, registration, and orientation processes.

Essential Job Function

Volunteer Coordination & Literacy Development

Recruits, trains, and supervises volunteer tutors; coordinates peer tutoring and DOC literacy initiatives. Designs and adapts literacy curriculum and instructional materials for diverse learners. Evaluates learner and tutor progress and implements program improvements as needed.

Essential Job Function

Compliance & Professional Development

Maintains knowledge of current trends, research, and best practices in literacy, recruitment, and retention. Attends professional development opportunities, conferences, and state-level literacy meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned to support the success of Adult Education and Literacy initiatives.

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Documents Needed to Apply

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Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

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