Program Coordinator Job Athens area,Georgia USA,Education / Teaching

Posting Number

S15655P

Working Title

Program Coordinator

Department

Warnell-Research

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). 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.

Posting

Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

08/25/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Proposed Starting Date

09/01/2026

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

Business Services Pro III

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in business, public administration, higher education administration, natural resources, or a related field.

OR Bachelor’s degree and five years of related experience

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator provides advanced administrative, operational, and programmatic support for the School’s research and outreach missions. The position serves as the primary administrative coordinator supporting the Associate Dean for Research and provides operational support to the Associate Dean for Outreach. Approximately 80% of the position’s effort supports research administration, faculty support, strategic planning, assessment, reporting, and special projects under the direction of the Associate Dean for Research, while 20% supports outreach planning, communications, data collection, reporting continuing education activities, and operational initiatives under the direction of the Associate Dean for Outreach.

The incumbent performs and oversees a broad range of administrative functions and business processes that support faculty, staff, students, research programs, outreach initiatives, and School…