Coordinator of FoodTEC - Part Time, Grant Funded

Job Description: The Coordinator of FoodTEC supports the management and administration of the Orange County FoodTEC Workforce Development Program and reports directly to the Executive Director. This position will help build and sustain the grant to realize and exceed established goals and outcomes. Specifically, the Coordinator of the FoodTEC Workforce Development Program will help build and enhance short-term, non-degree credential programs or course offerings to program trainees. In addition, the Coordinator will assist in facilitating and maintaining partnerships that foster and promote positive working relationships with employers, workforce development centers, education/training partners, economic development agencies, and equity partners. The Coordinator of the FoodTEC Program will assist with student needs that may arise with regards to acceptance and registration and the food service operations related to Orange County FoodTEC programs which may include scheduling use of the FoodTEC commercial kitchen for training and rental purposes. Travel will be required, as needed, between both the Middletown and Newburgh campuses, recruitment sites and the program job sites. Key responsibilities include: Assist with providing fiscal oversight, including monitoring the grant budget, following internal operational processes, and providing follow-through of all operational workflows. Assist with and maintain program data collection, records, and evaluation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and student success rates. Coordinate marketing and outreach activities to promote the FoodTEC Program and recruit trainees. Develop and deliver program presentations to various audiences including potential clients. Facilitate relationships with both internal (FoodTEC, SUNY Orange, trainees, staff, and faculty) and external audiences (employers, subject-matter experts, industry advisory boards, and other external stakeholders) in support of program goals. Coordinate all scheduling details for various program events and meetings. Assist program trainees with the acceptance and program registration process. Assist the Executive Director in the evaluation and the alignment of curricula and job training programs, work-based learning, and job placement. Assist the Executive Director and the Success Coach in identifying and monitoring student supportive services, including wrap-around services (i.e., child care and any program support initiatives) during and after the skills training program. Assist the Executive Director in labor market information analysis and environmental scanning to determine the Food, Beverage, and Hospitality industry and Workforce needs. Assist with hiring personnel, including consultants, to support grant activities. Attend industry, statewide, and local meetings, training sessions, professional development opportunities, and events with or in the absence of the Executive Director, as needed. Assist with coordinating food service operations related to Orange County FoodTEC programs. Food service operations may include scheduling the usage of the FoodTEC commercial kitchen for training and space rental. Assist the Success Coach and FoodTEC Program Instructors in the coordination and of hard and soft skills training for program trainees, as needed. Requirements: Education Required: Associate's degree or higher. Experience Required: One year of experience in project coordination/administration. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics: Bachelor's degree. Knowledge and experience in program planning for adult learners in workforce development programs. Administrative experience in Education, Training, or Workforce Development program management. Ability to coordinate projects/initiatives with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines for projects and tasks. Knowledge and understanding of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to support planning and decision-making, and continuously improve efforts. Strong communication skills including public speaking, and producing high quality written reports. A commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion and understanding of and sensitivity to diversity issues related to effective communication and interaction with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds, age ranges, social backgrounds, experience levels, etc. Additional Information: Deadline for Applying: Open until filled Position begins: January 2026Salary: $25 to $28 per hour, commensurate with experience. This is a 12-month, part-time, grant funded position and is contingent upon the continued availability of funds. Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, . Application Instructions: Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration: Cover Letter Resume References: Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate. Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions: How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career? How would you bring that insight into your position at the college? Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable. All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications. Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation. Returning Applicants - Login to your SUNY Orange Employment Account to check your completed application.

Created: 2026-03-04