Project Associate II - Communication, Design and Creative Arts Department

Title: Project Associate II - Communication, Design and Creative Arts Department

Employee Classification: Professional F/T 52 Wks Unit

Department: Dean, Liberal Arts Office

Salary Range: $ 46,154.00

Who we are:

We are not-for-profit: St. Louis Community college (STLCC) is a non-profit institution dedicated to empowering students, expanding minds, and changing lives. Employees are committed to strengthening the St. Louis community with inclusive and transformative education.

We are a respected employer: For 60 years, STLCC has served the St. Louis community, expanding to 4 main campuses, 2 education centers, 2 workforce training centers, and 5 centers of excellence. More than one-half of the households in St. Louis have at least one member who has taken classes at STLCC.

We make an impact in the community: Through credit courses, continuing education, and workforce development programs, STLCC annually serves nearly 69,000 students. More than 80% of career and technical graduates employed in their fields or continue their education at four-year institutions within six months of graduation. STLCC sends more transfer students to Missouri's four-year colleges/universities than anyone else.

We value Diversity, equity & inclusion: STLCC is committed to fostering an atmosphere of appreciation for all people, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or class.

What you get:

Benefits package [for full-time employees]: STLCC offers one of the best benefit packages in the St. Louis area. As a STLCC employee you will have access to a 100% match on your contribution to retirement, two health insurance plans options that are no cost to the employee - including an HSA option, low-cost life insurance with a 3x salary benefit, and other low-cost benefits including dental, vision, AD&D, ST LT disability insurance.

Opportunity to grow: Over half of our employees have served the college for more than 12 years, exploring different career paths and advancing to higher level positions.

Education & training opportunities: STLCC offers tuition waivers for employees [full-time and part-time] + their dependents. Full-time employees can take advantage of tuition reimbursement for other institutions after just 6 months of service, and an annual professional development allotment.

Work/life balance: Full-time STLCC employees have access to a generous time off package, including holidays, vacation, personal days, medical leave, and other leave options. Our holiday schedule even includes a paid winter holiday at the end of the calendar year.

Commitment to wellness: STLCC HR boasts a dedicated health and wellness specialist who is enthusiastic about creating a culture of wellness throughout the College. With access to college wellness vendors, employees are educated, motivated, and rewarded for healthy behaviors. STLCC employees and anyone living in their household also have access to an employee assistance program (EAP) that can help them with virtually any life need.

The basics of this position:

We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, technically knowledgeable and detail-oriented Operations Coordinator to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Center for Visual Technology, ensuring smooth coordination between staff, students, instructors, and external partners. This position will also be integral in training and supporting staff, maintaining equipment, and facilitating educational initiatives.

What you'll do:

• Monitor lab usage and coordinate with instructors/students.
  Develop training for Educational Assistants (EA's) staff.
  Schedule CVT computers and production equipment maintenance and updates.
  Ensure standardization of technical process between EA's and instructors/students.
  Act as liaison between lab staff and community partners.
  Serve as initial point of contact for outside technical support.
  Organize and conduct visits from guests and school staff.
  Research and recommend hardware and software purchases.
  Provide instructor requested in-class technical lectures.

Education, experience, and other requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and over three (3) years of relevant full-time experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

A bachelors degree in Information Technology, Education, or Operations Management, Graphic Design or related field with a strong understanding of technical systems and educational technology. They should have experience in lab or facility coordination, including coordinating equipment maintenance and ensuring smooth operations. A solid background in training for designing and delivering training to Educational Assistants (EAs) and ensuring standardized technical processes across staff and students. The ideal candidate must have strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with instructors, students, community partners, and technical support providers. They should also possess project management abilities, be skilled in researching and recommending technology solutions, and have experience organizing events and facilitating in-class technical instruction. Experience with budgeting, procurement, and scheduling is also highly beneficial for managing resources and supporting continuous improvement in the lab environment.