Salary: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annually
Location : Orchard Ridge Campus (Farmington Hills)
Job Type: Management Staff Non-Exempt
Job Number: 202620038
Division: Economic & Workforce Dev Svcs
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: 8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Shift Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
Summary of Purpose
The Community Education Manager develops, implements, and is responsible for non-credit educational programs and outreach initiatives designed to provide accessible programs, resources and classes that inspire life-long learning, foster curiosity and enrich the community. The role builds partnerships with local organizations, manages programming and ensures that educational offerings align with organizational goals and community interests and needs. This position is expected to work in a multi-cultural and diverse working environment.
Typical Duties
This description is intended to indicate the types of duties and responsibilities requested of the employee assigned this title. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required:
1. Identifies community programming of high interest and potential; hires and assigns Casual Instructors; ensures contract compliance.
2. Supervises staff; develops project budgets; designs and monitors program reporting and accounting processes.
3. Ensure content is inclusive, accessible and aligned with best practices.
4. Coordinate promotional efforts with Marketing and Communications team.
5. Coordinate schedules and assignments with Community Education team, coordinating internally across departments.
6. Track participation, outcomes and impact metrics to evaluate impact and potential areas of growth.
7. Use data to improve programs, efficiency and demonstrate value.
8. Make recommendations on future programming and geographic areas of expansion.
9. Performs other related duties, as assigned.
10. Ability to work additional hours, as needed.
Knowledge and Skills Required
โข Knowledge of community engagement and programming with proven experience
โข Excellent interpersonal skills
โข Ability to build partnerships and engage diverse communities
โข Commitment to customer service and teamwork
โข Data analysis and reporting skills
โข Leadership and team management abilities
โข Program planning and project management expertise
โข Excellent verbal and written skills
โข Skills in organization
Minimum Education and Experience
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Business, Higher Education, Adult and Continuing Education, or other related field.
EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience in community programming, adult education, employee training, or higher education.
We are excited to have you consider Oakland Community College (OCC) as your employer of choice!
OCC strives to provide valuable and empowering services not only to our students, but also to our employees.
See below the benefits offered by the College under the benefit types: full-time and part-time
Full-Time Positions for the Following Employee Groups:
Classified, Exempt (Non-union), Faculty, Maintenance, Operating Engineers, Public Safety, Teamsters
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Medical
- Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
- Free preventive services on every plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans
- BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups
- There is a $2,000 prorated Medical Opt Out stipend with proof of other applicable medical coverage
Dental
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions
Vision
- NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Health Care, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, and Adoption FSAs are available
Life Insurance
- TheCollege provides $120,000 of coverage (portion is subject to taxation), no payroll deductions
Disability
- 70% of wages provided for Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Retirement
- College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
- The Exempt, Faculty, and Teamsters employee groups can elect the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) provided by TIAA; opting out of MPSERS
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
- Employees can open and contribute via payroll deduction into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA
Voluntary Benefits
- Employees can elect voluntary benefits of optional life insurance (for self, spouse, and/or children), cancer protection, pet insurance, legal & ID shield, long term and/or critical care during annual open enrollment in November
Tuition
- OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
- Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employees have a free resource to assist with a wide-range of needs, including counseling sessions
Employee Group: Classified Part-Time
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Part-time Classified employees are offered the opportunity to have medical, dental, vision at the full monthly premium; life insurance is also available at a nominal cost. Participation requires that benefit costs be taken via payroll deduction.
Medical
- Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
- Free preventive services on every plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans
- BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups
Dental
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan that has free in-network preventive services including two annual cleanings
Vision
- NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan that includes annual examinations with participating providers
Life Insurance
- Employees can choose to have a life insurance policy of $10,000 or $20,000
Retirement
- College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
- Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA
Tuition
- OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
- Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program
Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty, Part-time Hourly (Non-union), and Casual Instructors*
Retirement
- College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
Voluntary Retirement Accounts
- Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA
Tuition
- OCC tuition reimbursement program available for Adjunct Employees
*Edustaff employees are not eligible for OCC benefits.
Contact Information:
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Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in community programming, adult education, employee training, or higher education.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree or in Business, Higher Education, Adult and Continuing Education, or other related field?
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What is your expected salary? Please note our salary range as listed in the job posting.
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