Early Learning System Initiative Program Coordinator at Oregon State University in Corvallis

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Important Notifications: Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline. Current Employees: Do not apply via the OSU Career site. Instead, please login to your regular Workday account and visit the Jobs Hub to apply. Department: Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families - Special Instructions to Applicants: When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience. For additional information please contact: Tammy Winfield tammy.winfield@oregonstate.edu Job Summary: The Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families in the College of Health is seeking two (2) Program Coordinators for their Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI). These are full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty positions. The Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families promotes the development and well-being of children, youth and families by generating, translating and sharing research-based knowledge. The center advocates a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to research, training and outreach that has far-reaching consequences for Oregon and beyond. Points of pride include the NIH-funded children’s environmental health center (ASP3IRE), the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI), the Oregon Parenting Education Collaborative (OPEC), the Family Policy Group, the BE Physically Active 2Day (BEPA 2.0), the Engaging the Next Latinx Youth for Change and Equity project, and projects focusing on children’s school success. The ELSI Program Coordinator supports the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI) in advancing Oregon’s early childhood workforce through equity-driven professional development. This role manages day-to-day operations of an individual core, including scheduling, communication, and documentation, while serving as a key liaison between internal teams and statewide partners. The coordinator contributes to the design and delivery of professional learning resources and trainings, supports evaluation and reporting processes, and ensures program activities align with strategic priorities. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, independent decision-making, and a commitment to collaboration and equity. Key Responsibilities : Manage Core activities, schedules, deliverables, and priorities while supporting implementation of initiatives with statewide partners. Serve as a central point of coordination for team members, leadership, and external partners, responding to inquiries and supporting collaborative efforts. Prepare reports, surveys, and documentation; collect, analyze, and communicate evaluation data to support continuous improvement and accountability. Provide administrative and operational support for staff and student employees, maintaining efficient workflows and organizational systems. Schedule and facilitate meetings, manage team calendars, develop agendas, document decisions, and track action items through completion. Organize and support in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, including logistics, registration, materials, vendor coordination, participant communications, and on-site troubleshooting. Maintain shared resources and documentation, and edit, format, and finalize program materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, accessibility, and timely delivery. Qualifications: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor degree in Public Health, Human Development, Education, or a related field. 3 years of experience providing administrative support to a program or office. Experience in early care and education settings. Demonstrated ability to manage projects and workflows that improve efficiency and support cross-functional coordin