Competency Assessment Project Coordinator

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a part-time Competency Assessment Project Coordinator on the main campus in Gainesville, FL. The role supports data competency assessments, training delivery, marketing outreach, and event coordination, including a two-day symposium, over a two-year period.

Hours are 10–20 per week, with a typical schedule of Monday–Friday 8am–5pm. The position reports to the Project Director and includes collaborative work with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and contribute to the planning and implementation of events and activities that support data competency assessments.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate data-skills training activities.
• Recruit, communicate with, and coordinate trainers for project-related training programs.
• Collaborate with project team members to develop and implement marketing and outreach plans.
• Track participation, outcomes, and other relevant measures for project events, training, and activities.
• Support the assessment and evaluation of project activities to inform ongoing planning and improvement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Competency Assessment Project Coordinator

Job No: 541335

Work Type: Part Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Recreation/Event Services

Department: 55010900 - LB-ACADEMIC RESEARCH CONS-SERV

Job Description

This is a two-year, time-limited position reporting directly to the Project Director. The Competency Assessment Project Coordinator supports the planning, implementation, coordination, and assessment of project activities related to data competency assessments and data-skills training. The position works collaboratively with project team members, trainers, participants, and other stakeholders to coordinate events, communications, marketing, implementation activities, and project deliverables, including a two-day research symposium.

Job Duties

• Coordinate and contribute to the planning and implementation of events and activities that support data competency assessments.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate data-skills training activities.
• Recruit, communicate with, and coordinate trainers for project-related training programs.
• Collaborate with project team members to develop and implement marketing and outreach plans.
• Track participation, outcomes, and other relevant measures for project events, training, and activities.
• Support the assessment and evaluation of project activities to inform ongoing planning and improvement.
• Assist with planning and coordinating logistics for a two-day research symposium.
• Manage communications with symposium participants, trainers, and other project stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the project implementation plan.
• Support the development, coordination, and timely completion of project deliverables.

Hours

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, between 10 and 20 hours per week

The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, but schedule may vary depending on project needs.

Expected Salary

$22.00/hr

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Strong analytical skills and experience in planning and setting priorities.
• Ability to develop training content and teaching materials that incorporate instructional design concepts.
• Experience in event planning.
• Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Office applications including Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and complete projects, including maintaining workflows and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with faculty and administrators.
• Initiative, flexibility, and the ability to adapt and work creatively in a complex, rapidly changing academic environment.
• Commitment to contributing to a respectful and caring community for all, including individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and perspectives.

Health Assessment Required:No

Applications Close

28 September 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.