Career and STEM Coordinator

Job overview

The Career and STEM Coordinator role is onsite in Independence, KS. Pay is $50,000–$55,000 per year. The position supports Independence Community College’s career exploration, workforce development, and STEM education initiatives through the ICC FabLab and community programs. The coordinator develops hands-on learning experiences that connect technical concepts with career pathways. By coordinating programs, supporting interns, and working with schools and employers, the role helps learners explore STEM subjects and regional workforce opportunities.

What you'll do

• Develop and facilitate age-appropriate hands-on STEM activities
• coordinate ICC FabLab programming with schools and community partners
• coordinate FabLab and Kids Crew schedules, activities, curriculum, and materials for K–6 students
• create activities connecting STEM skills to careers
• build relationships with K–12 educators
• assist with field trips, school visits, events, demonstrations, and outreach
• support camps and youth workforce programs
• work with faculty, employers, and industry partners
• coordinate career exploration
• recruit, train, and guide interns, student workers, and volunteers
• develop lesson plans and activity guides
• maintain supplies and equipment
• provide safety instruction
• track participation and program impact
• collect feedback
• promote programs
• support grant-funded initiatives and reporting.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

career and stem coordinator

independence ks

independence community college

$50k–$55k/year

stem education

career exploration

fablab

hands-on learning

youth programs

workforce development

intern coordination

community outreach

occasional evenings and weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Occasional evening, weekend, and off-campus work may be required. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, and a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.

About the employer

Independence Community College is hiring for this role. Industry: Junior Colleges. Sector: 61.