Early Learning System Initiative Program Coordinator

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 (ASP3

IRE), the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI), the Oregon Parenting Education Collaborative (OPEC), the Family Policy Group, the BE Physically Active 2

Day (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.

• 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.

• 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 coordination.
• Experience with implementation and aligning processes across multiple teams or organizations in a respectful and inclusive manner.
• Ability to interact and communicate successfully and inclusively, both in writing and verbally, with a broad and diverse audience in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams, and to contribute to an inclusive team culture where all individuals feel valued and respected.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Experience using project management tools or platforms to support team coordination.
• Demonstrated…