Operations Coordinator

DGS Office of External Affairs; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DGS Office of External Affairs is seeking an Operations Coordinator to serve as a key operational leader within the Division of Disability, Aging and Rehabilitative Services. You will coordinate, support communications, and align strategies across internal teams, educational initiatives, and legislative activities to ensure staff access to timely information and resources.

You will help with program administration, professional development, and cross-team operations, delegating tasks, and

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in an operational or program coordination role.
• Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
• Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws governing programs and grants compliance.
• Ability to present to internal and external customers, government officials, and stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare monthly finance and accounting reports and manage program budgets.
• Ability to delegate work, provide clear direction, and develop employee skillsets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operations, communications support, and strategic alignment across internal teams and initiatives.
• Ensure staff have access to timely information, resources, and learning opportunities.
• Support program administration, professional development, and cross-team operations.

Skills

Program coordination

Stakeholder communication

Budget management

Leadership / delegation

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

This Operations Coordinator role serves as a key operational leader within the Division of Disability, Aging and Rehabilitative Services, providing coordination, communication support, and strategic alignment across internal teams, educational initiatives, and legislative activities. The position ensures staff have access to timely information, resources, and learning opportunities while supporting program administration, professional development, and cross-team operations.

Key qualifications:

• 9+ years of experience in a similar operational or program coordination role
• Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education
• Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws governing programs and grants compliance
• Ability to present to internal and external customers, government officials, and stakeholders
• Ability to prepare monthly finance and accounting reports and manage program budgets
• Ability to delegate work, provide clear direction, and develop employee skillsets