Job Details

Coordinator of Special Projects

Location: Utica, NY
Job Type: Full-Time, 12-Month

Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community’s college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.

The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking a Coordinator of Special Projects in our Learning and Academic Affairs department. The Coordinator of Special Projects coordinates, oversees, and manages student-focused initiatives in the Learning and Academic Affairs division, collaborating with external partners and various college departments. The Coordinator maintains and organizes data for special projects and unique student populations, ensuring accurate record-keeping and streamlined reporting. 

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Prepares reports, presentations, and documents for College Special Projects.
• Coordinates the reporting needs for various Academic Initiatives.
• Maintains, tracks, analyzes, and prepares reports for specific student population data sets as it relates to designated grant outcomes.
• Maintains and updates databases, ensuring accurate student and project records while identifying and correcting discrepancies.
• Assists the Director of Special Projects in planning, executing, and evaluating a diverse array of academic projects.
• Facilitates collaboration among college administration, faculty, and staff to enhance academic initiatives and ensure effective communication.
• Works closely with external community partners to identify, develop, and support educational programs aligned with institutional goals.
• Leads the planning and execution of student-centered events such as lectures, symposia, and specialized course/programs.
• Contributes to the development of career-aligned academic experiences and community engagement initiatives.
• Travels, as required.
• Other duties related to the job description and as assigned by the Director of Special Projects. 

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm

Hours per week: 35

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, computer science, business management or related field
• Effective communication skills (oral and written)
• Proven organizational and analytical skills
• Proficiency in word processing, database, and presentation software
• Proven ability to learn new databases and systems
• Possession of a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment and for duration of appointment 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Additional Information:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
  

We encourage applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have transferable skills to apply. If you have related experience that may not align perfectly with the job description, we’d still like to hear from you.

To learn more about MVCC, our culture, and employee benefits, please visit: https://www.mvcc.edu/about/discover

Special Instructions to Applicants: Official academic transcripts required upon hire.

Salary: $54,814

For full consideration, apply by: 4/6/2026