Program Coordinator III

Program Coordinator III

Position:
Program Coordinator III within the Carl Vinson Institute of Government, University of Georgia. The role coordinates and manages multiple complex outreach and educational training programs totaling approximately $400,000 annually. Responsibilities include contract development and negotiation, master event planning, program development, evaluation and reporting, client relationship management, budget and financial oversight, IT support, and staffing plans.

• Develop and manage multiple complex outreach and educational projects for contracted clients.
• Ensure U.S. Government standards for certificate programs are met and all deliverables fulfill client and university expectations.
• Manage individual program contracts, including development of multi‑year contracts and adjustment of costs for training materials, instructor pay, and travel/lodging.
• Handle administrative requirements for each program’s training events: budgeting, expenditure accountability, purchasing, reporting and evaluation.
• Secure facilities, lodging, food and beverage, and audio‑visual support contracts for program training.
• Enter and maintain participant training records and maintain data reports throughout enrollment.
• Represent the institute at statewide meetings and functions for assigned programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with business partners and clients, providing customer service.

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience and 5 years of professional experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Budgeting and financial reconciliation, customer service, data entry, event planning.
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Relationship‑building and management capabilities.
• Problem‑solving and adaptability.

Full‑time employee with normal business hours Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Occasional after‑hours, evenings, and weekends may be required. Salary commensurate with experience. Allows for travel as needed.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations in the application process may contact Central HR (hrweb).

Recruitment Contact:
Tiffany Smith – tiffanysmith – Phone: [phone not provided]