Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15569P

Working Title

Program Coordinator III

Department

PSO-Carl Vinson Inst of Govt

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government - Who We Are
As a Public Service and Outreach unit at the University of Georgia, the UGA Institute of Government contributes directly to the university's overarching public service mission of improving people's lives by helping to create jobs and prosperity, developing leaders, and addressing critical issues. This public service mission, and the Institute of Government's role in its success, is at the heart of UGA's land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia and its residents.

We have a wide range of experts who inform, inspire, and innovate every day so that governments, large and small, can be more efficient and responsive to their citizens, address current and emerging challenges, and serve the public with excellence. We are uniquely positioned to provide impartial support to local governments and state agencies and convene multi-disciplinary and intragovernmental groups to plan for and address many of the challenges faced by communities across Georgia.

Our areas of expertise and focus include workforce and economic development; infrastructure and community resilience; government operations and organizational effectiveness; measuring and reporting on impact and outcomes; building skills, knowledge and capacity of government leaders and teams; and maximizing technology and data for governments and their leaders.

Whether it is through our award-winning PROPEL (Planning Rural Opportunities for Prosperity and Economic Leadership) program for rural communities, our CyberArch student program that helps Georgia communities increase their cybersecurity, our efforts to build a visionary plan for military and community partnerships to spur economic prosperity and resilient infrastructure, our financial management certificate program to build the capacity of public officials, or hosting educational events about e-mobility strategies for local governments .... We Know Georgia. Fulfilling our land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia is more than a project. It's our purpose.

We are growing and excited to add individuals to our team who share our commitment to public service - building stronger communities, inspiring economic resilience, and improving quality of life for communities across Georgia and beyond.

Our Culture - How We Operate
We disseminate knowledge through research, scholarship, and instruction. We collaborate internally across our areas of expertise and across the university with academic researchers to bring best practices and expert insights to the governments and communities we serve. We are committed to fielding a team of experts who have a variety of professional and academic experiences and are grounded in our culture of excellence and approach our work with Georgia's governments in a comprehensive and objective fashion.

College/Unit/Department website

www.CVIOG.uga.edu

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Part Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

This is a part-time position at 21 hours per week.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

08/05/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

09/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Program Coordinator III

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

.525

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator III supports the Institute of Government's Workforce and Economic Development Division as it provides technical assistance and applied research to governments in Georgia focused on workforce development, economic development, applied demography, and economic analysis. This role independently manages and coordinates key public facing programs, initiatives, and projects, including event planning, stakeholder communication, program planning, which includes, implementation, evaluation, and continued improvement. Additionally, this role manages the editing, review, and design process for all division publications, reports, and materials. Duties assigned to this position include independently managing processes that support multiple complex projects and events simultaneously, while exercising independent judgement, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, resolving operational issues, ensuring success achievement of program objectives. The incumbent develops and maintains collaborative relationships with internal CVIOG partners, university personnel, government agencies, and other external partners throughout Georgia.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

1) Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.
2) Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal (i.e., faculty and staff) and external (i.e., partners and clients) stakeholders across the state of Georgia.
3) Knowledgeable in project management, editing, and design management.
4) Skilled in meeting planning, event coordination, and event logistics.
5) Assist with applied research under the direction of a PI or project manager. Example tasks include taking notes for calls and interviews, reviewing drafts of reports, and assisting with data collection.
6) Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and correspondence.
7) Self-starter that is able to anticipate project logistics and coordination needs, effectively prioritize competing tasks, and complete tasks by deadlines.
8) Ability to analyze operational issues, recommend process improvements, implement solutions, improve program effectiveness and customer service.
9) Strong communication and soft skills. This position will interact with internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis.
10) Highly competent in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Physical Demands

Standard for office environment. Sitting at a computer. Driving as needed to perform job related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Independently plans, coordinates, implements, evaluates, continuously improves, etc., all aspects of key externally facing programs, initiatives, and projects housed in the Workforce and Economic Development ( WED ) Division.

Percentage of time

60

Duties/Responsibilities

Oversee the management of production schedules, quality assurance, branding consistency, timely delivery, and support of divisional priorities for the WED division, including editing, project management, and coordination with graphic designers and printers.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinate multiple, complex projects and provide operational leadership for the division's project portfolio by tracking project deliverables, facilitating communication among project team, identifying opportunities for process improvement, recommending solutions that enhance project execution and client service. Examples of support services include: applied research, content development, assistance with project planning, and stakeholder engagement.

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time

5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Lauren Poe

Recruitment Contact Email

Lauren.Poe@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this vacant position?
   • UGAJobs (UGA's job board)
   • LinkedIn
   • Handshake
   • Indeed.com
   • HigherEdJobs
   • A current UGA employee
   • Other (please provide resource)
2. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents