PASS Grant Coordinator

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home- CT State

Position Details

Posted: May 5, 2026Level: Educational AssistantEmployment Type:Temporary position, non-tenure track positionHours: 28 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: July 2026Work Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley (750 Chase Pkwy, Waterbury, CT 06708)Work Modality: On site; Position is not remoteClosing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

Position Summary

The PASS Grant Coordinator win lead the implementation and oversight of the Promoting Academically Successful Students (PASS) program at CT State Naugatuck Valley. This role supports student retention and academic achievement through targeted interventions, coaching, and coordination of support services. The Coordinator also serves as the Principal Investigator (PI) for the PASS grant, acting as the primary liaison to the Connecticut Office of Higher Education and ensuring full compliance with grant requirements. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of theDirector of Academic Support, the PASS Grant Coordinator is responsible for effective performance in these essential duties:Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate all aspects of the PASS program, including outreach, enrollment, and service delivery.
• Provide academic skill coaching and support to students identified as at-risk or on academic probation.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records in accordance with grant reporting requirements.
• Serve as the Principal Investigator (PI) for the PASS grant, overseeing all reporting, compliance, and communication with the Office of Higher Education.
• Collaborate with tutoring staff, advisors, and faculty to align support services with student needs.
• Develop arid deliver workshops on academic skills, time management, and study strategies.
• Prepare regular reports for internal stakeholders and external grant agencies.
• Assist in budget tracking and ensure expenditure aligns with grant guidelines.
• Promote the PASS program across campus and in the community to increase awareness and participation.
• Onboard new Academic Coaches

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an appropriately related field together with two (2) or more years of related experience; or a combination of education, training, and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience implementing strategies that enhance student success and engagement while providing guidance, support, and resources to help students achieve their academic goals.
• Experience with academic coaching or mentoring.
• Knowledge of managing grant-funded programs, including budget oversight, reporting, and compliance with state and institutional policies.
• Ability to coordinate multiple program components and ensure alignment with grant objectives and timelines.
• Proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and reporting student performance data to assess program effectiveness.
• Ability to use data systems and tools to track student engagement, generate reports, and inform continuous improvement efforts.
• Knowledge of retention strategies and student success initiatives.
• Experience with student information systems (e.g., Banner, Navigate).
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Salary 

• $37.56 hourly
• This Grant Funded position is currently funded through June 30, 2027,with the potential to renew annually.

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources- Future Employees.

Application Instructions

To apply, submit:

• A cover letter
• A resume

The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.  

Important Notes:

• Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered
• Links to external resume sites are not accepted
• Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
• CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States

Background Screening

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
• Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks

CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.

Equity Statement

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups. 

For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or nicholas.dagostino@ctstate.edu.

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