Program Specialist, IMPACT

Posting Number: SP005382P

Division/College: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences

Department: Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Location: Moscow, Off Campus Location
- Hybrid/Remote

Posting Context Statement The IMPACT Program Specialist provides day-to-day coordination for a federally funded personnel preparation project that supports para educators in completing degree and certification requirements to become special education teachers. The position coordinates scholar support, project activities, partner communication, data collection, reporting, and administrative processes. The position reports to the Principal Investigator and works closely with project faculty, university offices, mentors, school partners, and scholars.

Position Overview This position performs a complex mix of duties in support of project or program development and delivery.

• Coordinate office operations
• Document and tracking program schedules and business cycles
• Plan and coordinate program meetings and events
• Support program planning and may assist with the development of operating budgets and/or funding proposals
• Research and compile information for communications such as talking points, speech scripts and responses to correspondence and presentations
• Coordinate collection of data and materials for reports and other administrative documents
• Develop and maintain positive liaison relationships with various offices, customers and stakeholders including internal and advisory boards
• May assist with budget management and provide support for financial and/or personnel processes
• Other duties as assigned

• Three years providing administrative, business operations and/or program support
• Composing, proofing and editing a variety of documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials
• Using computer software and applications for word processing, developing spreadsheets, email and internet research

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• None

Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in education, administration, project management, student services, or a related field

Additional Preferred
- Master's degree in a related field

• Knowledge of special education, disability services, educator preparation, or teacher certification
• Experience supporting para educators, adult learners, or other nontraditional students
• Experience with grant administration, budget tracking, program evaluation, or data reporting
• Experience working with rural or community-based education partners
• Experience coordinating a program, project, grant, or student-support initiative
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively with varied stakeholders
• Experience maintaining records, tracking activities, and preparing reports

• None

Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $28.00 per hour or higher depending on experience

Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year

Fte 0.5

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No

Posting Date: 07/22/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

First consideration review to take place August 5th, 2026

Applicant Resources: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-resources

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.