Equity-Driven Early Learning Program Coordinator (Hybrid)

OSU Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

OSU Oregon State University in Corvallis seeks two Program Coordinators for the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI). This full-time, 12-month professional faculty role manages day-to-day operations, coordinates with internal teams and statewide partners, and supports development of professional learning resources and evaluations.

The role emphasizes equity-driven development, strong organizational skills, and independent decision‑making.

Qualifications

• 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 with a broad and diverse audience.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams and contribute to an inclusive team culture.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Experience using project management tools or platforms to support team coordination.
• Demonstrated experience working with initiatives that engage communities of color and underserved groups.
• Ability to promote cultural competence across all constituencies.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Administrative support

Project coordination

Cross‑functional coordination

Written and verbal communication

MS Word

Excel

Adobe

Project management tools

Diversity and inclusion

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree in Public Health, Human Development, Education, or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Adobe

Job description

OSU Oregon State University in Corvallis seeks two Program Coordinators for the Early Learning System Initiative (ELSI). This full-time, 12-month professional faculty role manages day-to-day operations, coordinates with internal teams and statewide partners, and supports development of professional learning resources and evaluations.

The role emphasizes equity-driven development, strong organizational skills, and independent decision‑making.