Program Specialist

University of Idaho Careers; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho in Twin Falls is seeking a Program Specialist to perform a complex mix of duties in support of project or program development and delivery. The role involves coordinating office operations, documenting schedules, planning meetings, and assisting with budgets and funding proposals.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of administrative or program support experience and can prepare polished documents. Some travel and non-standard hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Three years providing administrative, business operations and/or program support.
• Composing, proofing and editing a variety of documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials.
• Using computer software and applications for word processing, developing spreadsheets, email and internet research

Responsibilities

• Coordinate office operations
• Document and tracking program schedules and business cycles
• Plan and coordinate program meetings and events
• Support program planning and may assist with the development of operating budgets and/or funding proposals
• Research and compile information for communications such as talking points, speech scripts and responses to correspondence and presentations
• Coordinate collection of data and materials for reports and other administrative documents
• Develop and maintain positive liaison relationships with various offices, customers and stakeholders including internal and advisory boards
• May assist with budget management and provide support for financial and/or personnel processes
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Administrative support

Documentation editing

Office software & research

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, Education or related field

Job description

Appointment Information

Working Title:Program Specialist

Division/College:3998-CALS Col of Agri Life Sciences

Department:768-CALS Central District

Location:Twin Falls

FTE:0.875

Advertising Pay Range:$25.00 per hour or higher depending on experience

Is this position contingent on work and/or funding:True

FLSA Status: Classified

Type of Appointment: Full Fiscal Year

Position Overview:

This position performs a complex mix of duties in support of project or program development and delivery.

Duties may include:

• Coordinate office operations
• Document and tracking program schedules and business cycles
• Plan and coordinate program meetings and events
• Support program planning and may assist with the development of operating budgets and/or funding proposals
• Research and compile information for communications such as talking points, speech scripts and responses to correspondence and presentations
• Coordinate collection of data and materials for reports and other administrative documents
• Develop and maintain positive liaison relationships with various offices, customers and stakeholders including internal and advisory boards
• May assist with budget management and provide support for financial and/or personnel processes
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Three years providing administrative, business operations and/or program support
• Composing, proofing and editing a variety of documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials
• Using computer software and applications for word processing, developing spreadsheets, email and internet research

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
• Ability to travel
• Ability to occasional work non-standard business hours

Additional Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, Education or related field
• Experience gathering and compiling data for reports
• Experience teaching youth and adult audiences
• Experience engaging and working collaboratively with individuals, families and communities

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to teach or otherwise provide instruction involving physical activities
• Must be able to lift, carry or otherwise move instructional materials weighing up to 40 lbs

Posting Information

Open Until Filled: True

Visa Sponsorship:No

Degree Requirement Timeline:N/A - no degree required