Program Coordinator, OSD

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plans

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Office for Students with Disabilities to manage project lifecycles from start to finish, tracking performance metrics and ensuring timely delivery. This full-time, exempt role reports to the Business Operations Administrator.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree, have 3+ years in program/project management within education or nonprofit sectors, and possess strong collaboration and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; PMP certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in program/project management in education or nonprofit sector.
• Minimum of 2 years of full-cycle leading program/project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional initiatives across departments to standardize and streamline workflows.
• Develop project plans with timelines, deliverables, and resources in collaboration with OSD leadership.
• Lead risk management and identify potential project risks or issues.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for teams in OSD.
• Collaborate with stakeholders; communicate issues and resolutions promptly.
• Provide consulting to departmental teams to streamline processes.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PMP certification preferred

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

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Posting Date

Aug 5, 2026, 3:45:32 PM

Primary Location

Central-42 West Madison Street (Ofc Students w/Disab-Oper&An)

CPS Non-Union Job Grade : S06

Estimated Annual Salary Range

54,000.00 - 77,500.00

Position Type : Non-Union Position

Overtime Status

Exempt

Final salary offers are dependent upon candidate qualifications.

JOB DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 45,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the district supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience.

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) works to support networks, schools, and families with all issues

related to special education including instruction, interventions, and legal and compliance support. OSD

provides the tools and resources to ensure that all students with disabilities receive a high-quality public

education that prepares students for success. OSD supports networks, schools, and families with all issues

related to special education, including instruction, interventions, and legal and compliance support.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Business Operations Administrator, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for developing program project plans in OSD by managing lifecycles of each project from beginning to end that includes tracking, analyzing project performance metrics, strategies to support and meeting performance benchmarks according to timelines. This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.

The Program Coordinator will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

Lead cross-functional initiatives across diverse departments to standardize and streamline

operational workflows, implementing robust process controls that ensure fidelity to project specifications and strict adherence to regulatory and internal compliance standards with Business Operations Administrator

• Manage the lifecycle of each project from beginning to end that includes tracking, analyzing project performance metrics, strategies to support, and meeting performance benchmarks according to timeline
• Develop project plans by defining project initiatives, deliverables, timelines, and resource allocations in collaboration with OSD leadership teams
• Lead risk management plans for each assigned project and identifying potential risks or issues that pertain to the project
• Develop Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs) for each team in OSD
• Collaborate with high profile stakeholders with all department projects and effectively communicate with other stakeholders of issues and addressing them promptly
• Consult and advise departmental teams with streamlining processes and procedures

Other duties as assigned

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Program Coordinator must possess the following qualifications:

Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate preferred

Experience Required:

Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in program management and/or project management in education or nonprofit sector required

Minimum of two (2) years of full-cycle leading program and/or project management preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to deliver high quality projects in a fast paced environment

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision

Knowledge of IDEA, ADA, and other relevant policies and procedures

Expertise in managing multiple projects

Strong collaborative skills (including - working with multiple teams)

Strong communication skills (speaking - including presentations - listening, and writing)

Ability to identify risks and opportunities

Strong knowledge of project management tools and resources

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:

• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life

CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:

As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency -

Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.

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