Entry Level Lead Program Analyst Jobs
New grad lead program analyst jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or portfolio of project work can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, with employers like Risksmith Insurance Services, Bayada Home Health Care, and TikTok hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
The Learning for Life Program Coordinator is a full-time position located primarily in Union County. Under the direction of the Vice President of Career and Workforce Development, the Learning for Life Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination, and growth of the College’s personal interest and lifelong learning programs. This position leads all aspects of programming from course creation and instructor recruitment to compliance oversight and community outreach with a focus on offering learning experiences that enrich and respond to the needs of the college service area.
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental benefits cafeteria plan.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES SUMMARY
Program Development & Course Creation
- Research community interests and market trends to identify opportunities for new personal interest and lifelong learning courses
- Design course offerings across diverse topic areas including arts, wellness, technology, culinary, professional skills, and other areas of community interest
- Establish course pricing structures that ensure programs are self-supporting and financially sustainable
- Collaborate with academic departments, community organizations, and local businesses to identify co-sponsorship and cross-promotion opportunities
- Regularly evaluate and refresh the course catalog to eliminate underperforming offerings and introduce timely, relevant programming
Administrative Management
- Manage all administrative functions of the personal interest program, including scheduling, registration, enrollment tracking, and reporting
- Maintain accurate records including, but not limited to course rosters, instructor contracts, revenue, expenditures, and program outcomes
- Prepare and monitor program budgets; generate financial reports to demonstrate self-sufficiency and program health
- Coordinate with marketing and communications staff to promote courses through print, digital, social media, and community channels
- Utilize the College’s student information and registration systems to manage course listings and enrollment data
Instructor Recruitment & Management
- Identify, recruit, and vet qualified instructors from the community, industry, and professional networks for all personal interest courses
- Negotiate and process instructor agreements, stipends, and contracts in accordance with college policies
- Onboard and provide ongoing support to personal interest instructors, including guidance on college procedures, classroom resources, and student engagement
- Evaluate instructor performance through course feedback, observation, and enrollment data; make recommendations for continuation or improvement
Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Ensure all personal interest programs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including those governing non-credit/continuing education
- Maintain up to date knowledge of state community college board policies and guidelines related to personal interest and non-credit programming
- Coordinate with HR and Institutional Excellence staff to document instructor eligibility
Summer Camps
- Plan, coordinate, and manage all college-sponsored summer camps
- Coordinate with deans and department chairs to schedule summer camps and secure instructors
- Coordinate with marketing and communications staff to promote courses through print, digital, social media, and community channels
- Manage camp registration, parental communications, and emergency procedures in compliance with applicable regulations
- Evaluate camp programs annually and implement improvements based on participant and family feedback
Community Engagement & Program Growth
- Serve as the college’s primary liaison for personal interest programming to community groups, civic organizations, local businesses, and government agencies
- Conduct needs assessments, surveys, and focus groups to gauge community interest and guide program development
- Represent the personal interest program at college events, community fairs, and public outreach activities
- Build and maintain partnerships that support program expansion, scholarship opportunities, or sponsored programming for underserved populations
- Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from prospective students, instructors, community partners, and the public
General
- Actively participate in college committees and activities
- Actively participate in grant prospecting, authoring, editing, evaluation, and reporting
- Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and institutional commitment in all actions
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in education, business, recreation management, communications, or a closely related field
- Two (2) years of experience in program coordination, continuing education, event management, recreation programming, or a comparable field
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with student registration and/or data management systems
- Experience with or knowledge of budget management and financial record-keeping
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience working in a community college or higher education environment
- Prior experience coordinating non-credit, continuing education, or community education programming
- Familiarity with North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) policies and non-credit reporting requirements
- Experience managing youth camps or working with minor-age participants in a supervised setting
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities reflecting the demographics of the service area
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
SPECIAL CONDITIONS ELIGIBILITY SUMMARY
EEO STATEMENT SUMMARY
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
POSTING DETAIL INFORMATION
Posting Number JP00857FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
INTRODUCTION
The Learning for Life Program Coordinator is a full-time position located primarily in Union County. Under the direction of the Vice President of Career and Workforce Development, the Learning for Life Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination, and growth of the College’s personal interest and lifelong learning programs. This position leads all aspects of programming from course creation and instructor recruitment to compliance oversight and community outreach with a focus on offering learning experiences that enrich and respond to the needs of the college service area.
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental benefits cafeteria plan.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES SUMMARY
Program Development & Course Creation
- Research community interests and market trends to identify opportunities for new personal interest and lifelong learning courses
- Design course offerings across diverse topic areas including arts, wellness, technology, culinary, professional skills, and other areas of community interest
- Establish course pricing structures that ensure programs are self-supporting and financially sustainable
- Collaborate with academic departments, community organizations, and local businesses to identify co-sponsorship and cross-promotion opportunities
- Regularly evaluate and refresh the course catalog to eliminate underperforming offerings and introduce timely, relevant programming
Administrative Management
- Manage all administrative functions of the personal interest program, including scheduling, registration, enrollment tracking, and reporting
- Maintain accurate records including, but not limited to course rosters, instructor contracts, revenue, expenditures, and program outcomes
- Prepare and monitor program budgets; generate financial reports to demonstrate self-sufficiency and program health
- Coordinate with marketing and communications staff to promote courses through print, digital, social media, and community channels
- Utilize the College’s student information and registration systems to manage course listings and enrollment data
Instructor Recruitment & Management
- Identify, recruit, and vet qualified instructors from the community, industry, and professional networks for all personal interest courses
- Negotiate and process instructor agreements, stipends, and contracts in accordance with college policies
- Onboard and provide ongoing support to personal interest instructors, including guidance on college procedures, classroom resources, and student engagement
- Evaluate instructor performance through course feedback, observation, and enrollment data; make recommendations for continuation or improvement
Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Ensure all personal interest programs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including those governing non-credit/continuing education
- Maintain up to date knowledge of state community college board policies and guidelines related to personal interest and non-credit programming
- Coordinate with HR and Institutional Excellence staff to document instructor eligibility
Summer Camps
- Plan, coordinate, and manage all college-sponsored summer camps
- Coordinate with deans and department chairs to schedule summer camps and secure instructors
- Coordinate with marketing and communications staff to promote courses through print, digital, social media, and community channels
- Manage camp registration, parental communications, and emergency procedures in compliance with applicable regulations
- Evaluate camp programs annually and implement improvements based on participant and family feedback
Community Engagement & Program Growth
- Serve as the college’s primary liaison for personal interest programming to community groups, civic organizations, local businesses, and government agencies
- Conduct needs assessments, surveys, and focus groups to gauge community interest and guide program development
- Represent the personal interest program at college events, community fairs, and public outreach activities
- Build and maintain partnerships that support program expansion, scholarship opportunities, or sponsored programming for underserved populations
- Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from prospective students, instructors, community partners, and the public
General
- Actively participate in college committees and activities
- Actively participate in grant prospecting, authoring, editing, evaluation, and reporting
- Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and institutional commitment in all actions
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in education, business, recreation management, communications, or a closely related field
- Two (2) years of experience in program coordination, continuing education, event management, recreation programming, or a comparable field
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with student registration and/or data management systems
- Experience with or knowledge of budget management and financial record-keeping
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience working in a community college or higher education environment
- Prior experience coordinating non-credit, continuing education, or community education programming
- Familiarity with North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) policies and non-credit reporting requirements
- Experience managing youth camps or working with minor-age participants in a supervised setting
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities reflecting the demographics of the service area
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
SPECIAL CONDITIONS ELIGIBILITY SUMMARY
EEO STATEMENT SUMMARY
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
POSTING DETAIL INFORMATION
Posting Number JP00857FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
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Entry Level Lead Program Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lead program analyst job?
Focus on demonstrating analytical and coordination skills through internships, academic projects, or volunteer work rather than waiting for a long resume. Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who understand program workflows, can communicate across teams, and show familiarity with project tracking or data tools. Tailoring your application to highlight those specific skills gives you a clear edge over generalist candidates.
Which companies hire entry level lead program analysts?
Companies hiring entry level lead program analysts right now include Risksmith Insurance Services, Bayada Home Health Care, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from government contractors, consulting firms, healthcare organizations, and technology companies that run structured analyst development programs welcoming junior candidates.
Are there remote entry level lead program analyst jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles remain common at this stage. About 16% of entry level lead program analyst openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, giving new candidates meaningful flexibility when searching. Hybrid arrangements are especially common at larger organizations that want analysts available for in-person collaboration during onboarding and early training.
Are these new grad lead program analyst jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad posting at this level typically accepts internship hours, capstone projects, or a strong portfolio in lieu of full-time work history, making them accessible to candidates coming directly from a degree program or a structured training pathway.
Which industries hire the most entry level lead program analysts?
Entry Level lead program analyst roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they run large, ongoing programs that require organized coordination and analytical support, creating steady demand for junior analysts who can grow into more complex responsibilities over time.