Early Learning System Initiative Program Coordinator

OSU Rec Sports - Sport. Leadership. Wellness. • Corvallis, OR

8d • $66,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families in Oregon State University’s College of Health is seeking two full-time, 12-month professional faculty Program Coordinators for the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI). The center promotes the development and well-being of children, youth, and families by generating, translating, and sharing research-based knowledge, using an interdisciplinary approach to research, training, and outreach.

The ELSI Program Coordinator supports Oregon’s early childhood workforce through equity-driven professional development. The role manages day-to-day operations for an individual core, including schedules, communication, and documentation, and serves as a 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, and helps ensure activities align with strategic priorities. The position calls for strong organizational skills, independent decision-making, collaboration, and a commitment to equity.

The position works standard university business hours, Monday through Friday, in a typical office environment. Work may be in-office, remote, or hybrid as needed to support coordination with teams and partners. Occasional evening or weekend work is required for trainings and multi-day events. In-state travel, including occasional overnight travel, is required to attend and facilitate professional learning sessions and partner meetings across Oregon. The role involves regular use of standard office and virtual meeting technology. Starting salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience; the listed salary range is $66,000–$70,000. The anticipated start date is December 1, 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Human Development, Education, or a related field.
• Three 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 coordination.
• Experience implementing processes and aligning them across multiple teams or organizations in a respectful and inclusive manner.
• Ability to interact and communicate successfully and inclusively, orally and in writing, with a broad and diverse audience in a professional manner.
• Ability to work productively and cooperatively on teams and contribute to an inclusive team culture where people feel valued and respected.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Experience using project management tools or platforms to support team coordination.
• Demonstrated experience working in or with initiatives that support or engage communities of color and people with identities that have been historically underrepresented and underserved.
• Ability to promote cultural competence across all constituencies.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of adult learning principles and experience designing or facilitating professional development for adult learners.
• Knowledge of NAEYC standards and competencies.
• Knowledge of the Oregon Coaching Competencies.
• Proficiency in written and verbal Spanish.
• Experience with statewide early learning systems or multi-agency collaboration.
• Knowledge of equity-focused practices and culturally responsive professional development.
• Understanding of Oregon’s early learning policies and quality improvement frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage core activities, schedules, deliverables, and priorities, and support implementation of initiatives with statewide partners.
• Coordinate communication and collaboration among team members, leadership, and external partners, and respond to inquiries.
• Prepare reports, surveys, and documentation; collect, analyze, and communicate evaluation data for 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, prepare 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; edit, format, and finalize program materials for accuracy, consistency, accessibility, and timely delivery.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of professional learning resources and trainings, and support evaluation and reporting processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level