Educational Program Assistant 2

University of Connecticut; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Connecticut in Storrs is hiring an Educational Program Assistant 2 to support the UConn-URI Navy STEM Coalition and the UConn Shipbuilding Alliance. The role involves coordinating day-to-day program operations, event planning, content creation for websites and newsletters, and data reporting to monitor activities and plan for future needs.

Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with two years of related experience or equivalent, strong communication and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-starter with organizational skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Experience synthesizing large amounts of information into concise analytical reports.
• Experience with event planning and managing a complex calendar or schedule.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience leveraging interpersonal skills and information technologies to engage stakeholders.
• Experience with STEM programs or disciplines.
• Experience working with youth in a K-12 environment.
• Experience in a research setting or university environment.
• Experience working with defense industry companies.

Responsibilities

• Assist Navy STEM leadership with day-to-day program operations, reporting, purchasing, and general administrative support.
• Act as project coordinator for summer programs and prioritize projects.
• Organize campus and regional events and outreach to promote STEM and collaborative research.
• Curate and edit content for websites/newsletters focused on research and innovation activities.
• Write/edit informational and promotional materials to support program activities.
• Serve as a resource to students, staff, faculty, and others on program matters.
• Support data collection and prepare reports to monitor activities and forecast needs.
• Assist with budgeting guidelines and compliance.
• Respond to program-related questions and issues.
• Travel nationally to conferences to speak on behalf of the Coalition.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical reporting

Event planning

Microsoft Office Suite

Marketing/IT outreach

STEM programs experience

Youth programs (K-12)

Research environment experience

Defense industry exposure

Education

Bachelor’s degree plus two years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Search #: 499859
Work type: Full-time
Location: UConn Storrs
Categories: Academic Programs and Services

JOB SUMMARY

The UConn-URI Navy STEM Coalition within the UConn Shipbuilding Alliance at the University of Connecticut seeks qualified applicants for an Educational Program Assistant 2 position. The UConn-URI Navy STEM Coalition seeks to establish a long-term STEM pipeline program for naval related careers in Southeast New England. The program engages STEM talent K-12 through graduate school in innovative naval-focused activities and hands-on projects through participation from the regional Navy community to provide early and frequent interaction and ultimately, retention of students from this community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist UConn Navy STEM leadership and staff with coordination of the day-to-day operations of the program, including responsibilities for reporting, purchasing, general administrative support, and coordination of assignments.
• Act as a project coordinator for summer programs to support the goals and prioritization of projects.
• Assist in the organization of events and outreach opportunities on campus and in the region to promote STEM and collaborative research initiatives.
• Serve as curator and editor of written and visual content for new and existing websites/newsletters etc., with aprimary focus on research and innovation activities, developing content per goals of the overarching effort and initiatives.
• Write and/or edit and disseminate informational, promotional, and occasional technical materials to support program activities.
• Serve as a resource to students, staff, faculty, and others on matters relating to program specialty.
• Support with data and prepare statistical reports used to monitor or assess program activities or project future needs
• Assist with ensuring compliance with established guidelines and budget limits.
• Respond to and resolve a variety of program-related questions and issues.
• Travel nationally to attend conferences and speak publicly on behalf of the Coalition and our partners.
• Perform related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-starter with demonstrated organizational skills, including experience prioritizing, multi-tasking, and following-through on tasks and projects.
• Experience synthesizing large amounts of information into concise analytical reports.
• Experience with event planning and management and/or managing a complex calendar or schedule of activities.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging both interpersonal skills and marketing/information technologies to network with and engage internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working with, for, or writing about, STEM programs or disciplines.
• Experience working with youth in a K-12 environment.
• Experience working in a research setting or within a university.
• Experience working with companies in the defense industry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with project management.
• Experience working with external stakeholders to support partnerships.
• Experience developing program support materials (both web and print) and graphics as well as experience using social media platforms for outreach and communications.
• Experience building and working with robotics in a K-12 environment.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The hiring range for this position is $62,000 to $66,000. An offer of employment, if made, will be commensurate with the successful candidate's skill and experience, as determined by the University.

For more information about benefits and other offerings available to University employees, we encourage you to review the Human Resources website and explore the sections under the Benefits & Leaves header at the top of the page. Under Benefits & Leaves, select Benefits to access an overview as well as additional information on topics such as paid time off, benefits, retirement, and other resources. As you explore these pages, please note that this position is covered by the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA) and look for information specifically identified for UCPEA, as provisions may vary by employee group.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, end-dated position with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

The selected incumbent must be willing and able to work outside of traditional hours, in order to accommodate scheduling requirements and programmatic objectives.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee's unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran's status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.

Advertised: Oct 21 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 04 2026 Eastern Standard Time