Operations and Research Coordinator

The University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont seeks an Operations Admin OC2 N to provide critical operational, financial, administrative, and event support across a diverse portfolio. You will plan and execute meetings, conferences, and community programs while coordinating with campus partners and stakeholders.

Hybrid schedule with potential to split time between campus and alternate sites; strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of relevant experience or equivalent knowledge and skills.
• Experience coordinating projects, events, meetings, or programs.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaborative technology platforms.
• Build positive relationships with University colleagues, community partners, and statewide stakeholders and respond to inquiries with professionalism and strong customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational, financial, administrative, event management, research, and data collaborative support across a diverse portfolio of initiatives.
• Lead planning and execution of meetings, conferences, community convenings, leadership programs, and engagement activities.
• Contribute to the outreach mission of the University through effective coordination and communication.

Skills

Coordination of projects/events

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Multitasking

MS Office

Collaborative platforms

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.

For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.

The Operations and Research Coordinator serves as a critical member of the Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships and Office of Engagement, providing operational, financial, administrative, event management, research, and data collaborative support across a diverse portfolio of initiatives to support rural thriving in Vermont.

This position ensures efficient day-to-day operations while leading the planning and execution of meetings, conferences, community convenings, leadership programs, and engagement activities that advance the University’s outreach mission.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

• Bachelor’s degree and one to three years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience providing comparable knowledge and skills.
• Experience coordinating projects, events, meetings, or programs.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaborative technology platforms.
• Build positive relationships with University colleagues, community partners, and statewide stakeholders and respond to inquiries with professionalism and strong customer service.

Desirable Qualifications

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $23.50 - $25.00 per hour

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date

09/02/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Univ Ops Administration OC2 N

Posting Number

Posting Number S6286PO

Department

Department Office of Engagement/10020

Position Number

Position Number 00025334

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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