Salary: $63,380.00 - $104,757.00 Annually
Location : 5901 College Road Key West, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01564
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Marine & Applied Sciences
Opening Date: 05/18/2026
Description The Manager, Transition Program (Project ACCESS) coordinates the organization, operation, and delivery of support services to targeted student populations. This position provides personal, educational, and career advising to students within the College's Transition Program. Coordinates with the Office of Student Accessibility Services, to provide Accessibility Services to students within the Transition Program (Project ACCESS). Work is performed under the administrative direction of the assigned academic dean.
Examples of Duties Essential Job Duties:
1. Assist in strategic and annual planning processes as they relate to the College's mission, vision, and advocacy for student success, disabled student services, the Transition Program (Project ACCESS), and other special student populations on campus.
2. Facilitate communication between students enrolled in the Transition Program (Project ACCESS), and employees.
3. Maintains contact and provides support for students participating in the Transition Program, Project ACCESSS.
4. Educate College employees on working with students with intellectual disabilities and host training workshops as needed.
5. Collaborate with the Executive Director, Student Success Services in providing accommodations to students within the Transition Program (Project ACCESS) as needed.
6. Serve as the College's liaison with external agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation, Monroe County School District, and other community agencies.
7. Collaborate with local employers and academic personnel to develop internship opportunities and/or job placement pathways for students in the Transition Program and maintain information regarding placements through the management of the shared department folders.
8. Assist the dean in meeting with the public, faculty, staff, and students, handling incoming calls, student applications within CRM Recruit, and documentation for the Transition program.
9. Facilitate and assist in classroom management for the courses in the Project ACCESS program, as needed.
10. Collaborate with Advising Services to ensure students in the Project ACCESS program are successful, hold weekly check-in meetings with program participants, as well as manage educational plans and scheduling.
11. Coordinate site visits from other educational institutions and community organizations to showcase the College's Transition Program (Project ACCESS). 12. Assist with identification, application, and implementation of grants and other funding sources for Arts and Hospitality.
13. Assist dean's efforts, activities, and responsibilities regarding accreditation and reaffirmation at the direction of the Vice President, Academic Affairs. 14. Maintain relevant documentation to assess program performance in addition to developing and maintaining databases necessary for required reporting for the Transition Program (Project ACCESS).
15. Work collaboratively with Director, Academic Success and Distance Learning, and Dean, Arts & Hospitality to ensure the College is meeting reporting requirements as outlined in the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities (FCSUA) grant.
16. Assist with the development and revision of policies and procedures the Transition program, Project ACCESS; including but not limited to, early alert tracking, and internships.
17. Assist in raising awareness and promoting the role of the Transition program (Project ACCESS) in the educational process, especially regarding the teaching and learning activities that support the College's curriculum.
18. Develop collaborative relationships within the profession, the College, and the community.
19. Prepare and process internal forms, including requisitions and purchase orders for the Transition program (Project ACCESS) budget.
20. Disseminate information to and education students in the transition program about opportunities to participate in Special Olympics Unified Program and Special Olympics Club.
21. Train and supervise student mentors assigned to the Transition Program.
22. Manage scholarships for students within the Transition Program, and student mentor scholarships as outlined by the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities guidelines and College procedures.
23. Participate in staff and committee work.
24. Attend training, events, meetings, and conferences, as required.
25. Attend Graduation/Commencement ceremonies.
26. Other related duties as assigned.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.)
QualificationsKnowledge, Abilities, and Skills:- Ability to manage projects and budgets with specified goals, objectives, and timelines.
- Understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Access/Equal Opportunity. • Understanding of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the ADA.
- Experience and knowledge working with individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to multitask and organize effectively. • Knowledge of College mission, policies, procedures, and services.
- Ability to stay current in program area related to Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities (FCSUA) grant requirements.
- Strong student orientation and ability to work with a diverse student population.
- Proficient in the use of technology.
Education and Qualifications:- Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution, required.
- Advising and teaching experience with students with disabilities, preferred.
(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:Physical Skills:Environmental Conditions:- Typically works inside in an office or classroom environment.
Supplemental InformationSupplemental InformationPlease Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at [email protected] or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance.Employment Consideration Requirement: Completed CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment).
Please Note: Transcripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit or for more information.
MEDICAL - The College offers full-time employees a choice of Medical Insurance plans and pays the full cost of employee premiums. Dependent coverage is available at a group rate through payroll deduction. Available plans include a traditional PPO and a High-Deductible PPO attached to a Health Savings Account.
DENTAL AND VISION - Voluntary dental and vision insurance is offered through payroll deduction.
LIFE INSURANCE - The College provides each employee with term life insurance payable to a beneficiary at the rate of one times (1x) the employee's annual salary rounded up to the next thousand up to a maximum of $50,000. Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided at one times (1x) the employee's annual salary rounded up to the next thousand up to a maximum of $50,000.
SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE AND AD&D INSURANCE - Additional life and AD&D insurance are available for purchase through payroll deduction.
SUPPLEMENTAL HEALTH INSURANCE AND SHORT TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE FROM AFLAC - Supplemental Health Insurance including Hospital Income Protection, Accident and Disability Income, Cancer, Critical Illness plans and Short Term Disability insurance are available through payroll deduction.
TAX SHELTERED SAVINGS PROGRAMS (403 B) - Tax sheltered annuity and custodial account programs are available with various companies through payroll deduction.
FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM - Full-time and regular part-time employees participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS). The College contributes the current retirement percentage of the individual's salary, and the employee would contribute the current retirement percentage based on their salary. Employees may choose the Pension Plan or the Investment Plan.
PAID TUITION - Tuition fees for credit courses taken at the College are waived for employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners. Tuition and student fees are waived for non-credit physical education courses. Contingent upon approval, $1,000 reimbursement is available each fiscal year through Staff & Program Development (S&PD), for completion of course work toward a degree which results in demonstrated benefit to the College.
The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners. This is a free and confidential program available from New Directions. Counseling for a variety of concerns, including counseling, legal advice, financial planning, and professional and personal development
