Program Coordinator, Senior - VP for Research

University of Wyoming; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous retirement contributions

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition waiver

Wellness and employee assistance

Job summary

The University of Wyoming is seeking a Program Coordinator, Senior in the VP for Research & Economic Development Office to coordinate division-wide initiatives, manage grants, and support internal seed competitions. This on-campus role requires strong organizational and project-management skills.

You will partner with campus units, track metrics, prepare reports, and help steer strategic engagements. A Bachelor's degree and at least three years' related experience are required; excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years of work-related experience.
• Ability to coordinate complex programs across campus units.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational activities for division initiatives and sponsored projects, including timelines and logistics.
• Plan and administer division programs, workshops, meetings, and events across constituencies.
• Develop program communications, website content, and outreach materials.
• Track activity, maintain records, and prepare reports to support assessment and decision-making.
• Support budget-related processes and workflow improvements for assigned projects.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Program Coordinator, Senior - VP for Research & EconomicDevelopment Office

Join Our Campus Community!

Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming.Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and drivenindividuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If yourexpertise and experience align with the goals of our institution,we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to applyand become a valued member of our vibrant campus communitytoday!

Why Choose Us?

At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest intheir success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed tosupport your health, financial security, and work-life balance.Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The Statecontributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatoryemployee contribution, the total contribution toward yourretirement plan exceeds 19%.
• Exceptional Health & PrescriptionCoverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and visioninsurance with competitive employer contributions, that include4 deductible options to suit yourneeds.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation,sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligibledependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supportingcontinuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, andmental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed tocreating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more aboutwhat we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary.

JOB TITLE:

Program Coordinator, Sr Research & Economic Development

This position is grant funded and considered at-willemployment.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under limited supervision, coordinate and manage the operational,administrative, and programmatic functions of complex,division-wide research initiatives, internal competitions, andstrategic engagement programs within the Research and EconomicDevelopment Division (REDD). Serve as a primary liaison andoperational lead for internal seed grant competitions, limitedsubmission processes, external permitting workflows, strategicstakeholder events, and research impact initiatives. Exerciseindependent judgment and analytical problem-solving to facilitatecross-campus research engagement, track metrics, and optimizedivision operational workflows.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate operational activities for division initiatives andsponsored projects, including time-lines, logistics,communications, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Plan and administer division programs, workshops, meetings, andevents that support research engagement, collaboration, andoutreach across internal and external constituencies.
• Develop and coordinate program communications, website content,and outreach materials to promote division priorities,opportunities, and accomplishments.
• Track program activity, maintain records, and prepare reports,summaries, and related documentation to support assessment,compliance, and decision-making.
• Support budget-related processes, scheduling, documentation,and workflow improvements; provide guidance and coordination forassigned projects and unit operations.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Represent the unit on university committees and working groupsas appropriate. Maintain professional knowledge of emerging trendsin research administration and higher education programming.Perform other related division support duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Independence
• Individual Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Judgment
• Quantity of Work
• Initiative
• Collaboration
• Work Prioritization & Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of educationand experience

Experience: 3 years work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or otherrequirements: None

Experience Evaluation

Minimum experience requirements are evaluated on a full-timeequivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will beprorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working anaverage of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately oneyear of full-time experience.

Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for allcurrent and previous positions. Failure to provide this informationmay affect the evaluation of qualifications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience coordinating events, programs, or complex logisticsinvolving multiple campus units, partners, or externalconstituents
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures or experienceinterpreting policies, procedures, and administrativeregulations.
• Experience with office management procedures andoperations
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, andability to prioritize
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintainconfidentiality
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references(references will only be contacted if you are selected as afinalist for the position).

WORK LOCATION:

On-Campus: This position provides vital support tocampus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understandingour location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the UnitedStates, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas isnot available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as aprotected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act(ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request anaccommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at307-766-2377 or email [e-mail].

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of30,000 residents nested in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West.The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-yearuniversity, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, andoutreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong communityties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visitingthe About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramieoffers both outstanding recreational opportunities and closeproximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denverarea. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoorenjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually.For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

Job Schedule: Full Time

Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US

Posted Salary Range: 46,800 - 55,008

Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40

Travel: Yes, 10%