General Statement of Duties:

MWCC is searching for a skilled and experienced individual to coordinate the planning stage of the Massachusetts Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (MAIPSE) initiative, with implementation ideally set for Fall 2026. The Coordinator will oversee development and implementation of the MAIPSE Program. The program is a partnership among local school districts, service agencies, employer partners and MWCC to provide students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities with access to higher education. The Coordinator will lead the program through an initial planning period, preparing for implementation for fall 2026. The Coordinator will establish and work with a planning and advisory team to implement the program and support students through coursework, academic skill development, career planning and employment, developing self-advocacy skills, connecting to campus resources and engagement opportunities, and navigating campus life. The Coordinator will serve as a liaison to faculty across disciplines, as well as other administrative offices to advance and promote MAIPSE initiatives across campus. The Coordinator will work closely with the Dean of K12 Partnerships & Civic Engagement and the Dean of Students to oversee a comprehensive MAIPSE program at MWCC.

Responsibilities:

Administrative

• Develop full implementation plan by June 2026, working with Dean and the planning advisory team
• Track program budget, including processing expenses, purchases, travel and projecting budget spending
• Work with Student Financial Services to establish billing processes for students, in line with established policies and procedures within the office
• Establish, and ensure compliance with, Memorandum of Understanding with external partners, providing annual updates as needed to each agreement
• Support development of grant applications and, upon awarding of such grants, fulfill requirements for such
• Create models for MAIPSE engagements with MWCC Academic Advising and Student Activities and Academic Affairs
• Contribute to MWCC Strategic and Operational Planning

Partnership

• Coordinates with local school districts and adult service agencies to maintain a partnership that supports students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities, and their families to continue their education.
• Provide assessment of program activities to campus and state leadership.
• Act as a key stakeholder on the MAIPSE advisory team that is responsible for program oversight and implementation. This team includes representatives from Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, faculty, students, community agencies, workforce development providers, and local school districts.
• Attends regular statewide meetings and conferences with other MAIPSE programs, and meetings with local organizations in alignment with the goals of the program.

Program Design & Implementation

• Design and implement the application, registration, and orientation process for incoming MAIPSE students.
• Coordination of course scheduling in partnership with the Academic Deans
• Coordinate the recruitment, admission and orientation of incoming MAIPSE Students, to include: developing and updating program materials, coordinating orientation programs and campus visits.
• Work with MWCC faculty and staff to support inclusive learning strategies, instructional universal design techniques and support the MAIPSE on campus
• Monitor the progress of MAIPSE students in caseload with routine check-ins, scheduled meetings or proactive outreach and communication related to academic and other concerns, and respond to student and family questions, concerns, and needs.
• Develop and facilitate faculty, staff, and peer mentor training and technical assistance to ensure they have the skills needed to provide inclusive opportunities for this student population.
• Collaborate with Student Life to welcome participating students to social networks via campus-wide and community events.
• Act as a liaison to Career Services to welcome participating students to career planning, vocational skill-building, and integrated employment opportunities.
• Act as a liaison to the Brewer Center to integrate community service for participants in order to build vocational skills and experience, and to develop/implement student volunteer opportunities for Education and Human Services students who may be interested in working with this population of peers.
• Assess the learning strengths and areas of development for individual students through student-centered planning.
• Identify and work with faculty across departments and the office of Disability Resources to provide accommodation and learning plans for MAIPSE coursework.
• Work with Disability Services in order to support the review and update of individualized accommodation plans detailing academic accommodations, assistive technology needs, and the development of appropriate learning strategies on campus and in the classroom. Assist students in the development of self-advocacy skills and the use of support materials, including assistive technology.
• Other duties as assigned

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Business Administration, Marketing, Education Administration, or other field related to area of assignment; 
• Three (3) years experience and/or training involving area of assignment, which may include business management, program/project management, grant administration, budget development, community relations, curriculum development, education, counseling, substance abuse, non-traditional student services, or public assistance programs; or 
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

 Desired Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Special Education, Higher Ed Administration, Counseling, or related field Preferred
• Experience working with students with intellectual disabilities and/or autism in an educational setting.
• Proven strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives

Equivalency Statement
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Campus Title : MAIPSE Senior Coordinator

Salary : $74,523.00 Grant Limitations

Grade: 5
Employee Status: Full Time Grant Funded Grant End Date 8/31/26
Benefits: Yes
Hours per Week: 37.5
Number of Weeks: Grant End 8/31/26

Mount Wachusett Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.  

About Mount Wachusett Community College

We are an innovative institution for teaching and learning excellence. Students and faculty are at the center of everything we do. If you are looking for the opportunity to come to work every day and help students achieve their dreams, Mount Wachusett Community College is the place for you. Our faculty, staff, and administration forge the direction of the college together - from governance to defining our mission. We understand that for our institution to remain relevant we must continually examine and refine the ways we serve our students. We strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel comfortable and where new ideas and perspectives are encouraged and rewarded. We respect and honor our differences and make them work toward the advantage of all. The college is committed to attracting the best faculty and staff for our students, regardless of race, color, religious creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, national origin or ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status. About the College Mount Wachusett Community College is an accredited, public two-year institution serving 29 cities and towns in North Central ...Massachusetts. The picturesque269-acre main campus is located in Gardner, Massachusetts; satellite sites are located in Leominster, Fitchburg, and Devens. The college offers over 45 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as adult basic education and high school equivalency programs, education and training for business and industry, and noncredit professional and personal enrichment programs. MWCC is on the forefront of state and national civic engagement and service learning initiatives and is nationally recognized as a veteran- friendly school. MWCC is in the process of constructing a $42 million science and technology building to support growing STEM programs. The college community enjoys many resources including the East Wing Art Gallery; the 555-seat Theatre at the Mount which hosts a variety of productions annually; the Fitness and Wellness Center, which offers a wide assortment of fitness classes, exercise equipment and an Olympic-size swimming pool; a complete library with access to thousands of on-line publications and data bases, as well as electronic classrooms. In addition, through its membership in the CWMARS regional library system, access is available to all other public and academic libraries in the region. Our Green Commitment In addition, if sustainability is important to you, Mount Wachusett Community College offers the chance to work at one of the greenest colleges in the nation. We are the largest greenhouse gas reducer of any Massachusetts state college, university, or agency, as recognized by the 2011 Leading By Example Award from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We have also been nationally recognized with a Climate Leadership Award from Second Nature, the supporting organization of the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment, and several other organizations. Our Gardner campus features two 1.65 MW Vestas V82 wind turbines that are propelling us to near-carbon neutrality for campus operations. With the college's biomass and solar technologies incorporated into the mix, coupled with significant efficiency improvements, MWCC generates nearly all of its energy on-site to operate as a near-zero net energy campus. About our benefitsOur full-time faculty and staff enjoy a liberal benefits package, including generous retirement plans, eleven health insurance options, dental care, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. In addition, we offer a tuition remission program which provides education benefits at Massachusetts state colleges, community colleges, and University of Massachusetts Colleges for full-time employees, their spouses and dependent children. Education and lifelong learning are valued here. Additionally, sabbatical opportunities and other professional development opportunities are possible. About the regionMount Wachusett Community College is located a few hours from the stunning beaches of the Cape Cod National Seashore, an hour's drive from the cultural attractions and big city lights of Boston, and forty-minutes from the county seat of Worcester, with museums, a thriving restaurant scene, and excellent amenities. A wide variety of state and national parks, including the Appalachian Trail, the White Mountains, the Berkshires and the Green Mountains are all a day-trip away. The best that New England has to offer is here: quaint villages, bustling cities, and beautiful vistas. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Worcester Art Museum and the Fitchburg Art Museum offer incredible collections. There are opportunities for great shopping in area cities, towns, and nearby outlet malls. North Central Massachusetts is home to excellent public, charter and private schools as well as an affordable lifestyle. Hiking, biking, and walking trails are spread throughout the region as well, for those seeking to maintain an active outdoor lifestyle. We hope you will consider applying for one of our open positions, and discover all that Mount Wachusett Community College and the North Central Massachusetts region have to offer.

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