Senior Administrative Program Coordinator - (Curriculum Developer/Trainer) - Addiction Research Institute

University of Texas; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Administrative Program Coordinator (Curriculum Developer/Trainer) at the University of Texas at Austin will develop content for adult learning curriculum on substance use and mental health recovery. You will research best practices, gather SME/group feedback, and draft materials for trainings and trainer programs.

You will also assist with beta testing, coordinate focus groups, track milestones, and communicate progress with the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or related field with 5+ years in program administration.
• At least 3 years in adult learning curriculum development and writing.
• Excellent organizational, communications and writing skills; MS Office proficiency.
• Experience with facilitation and training in adult learning settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop content and format of adult learning curriculum materials on topics related to substance and mental health recovery.
• Conduct research on best practices; coordinate feedback from focus groups and subject matter expert groups.
• Coordinate beta testing of new products and facilitate trainings including trainings of trainers.
• Ensure project milestones and deadlines are met and communicate progress with Project Manager.
• Communicate with training entities, subject matter experts, state agencies and boards on curriculum-related processes.
• Assist with other project coordination tasks as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences or related field

Master's Degree in Social Sciences or related field

Job description

General Notes

This is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding. Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Ability for remote work within the state of Texas.

Job Details

• Hiring Department: School of Social Work
• Position open to: All Applicants
• Weekly scheduled hours: 40
• FLSA status: Exempt
• Earliest start date: Dec 01, 2026
• Position duration: Expected to continue until Aug 31, 2028
• Location: UT Main Campus
• Work shift: M-F, flexible between 8am-6pm

Purpose

The Senior Administrative Program Coordinator (Curriculum Developer/Trainer) will assist with development of content and format of adult learning curriculum materials on topics related to substance use and mental health recovery. Conduct research on best practices, coordinate and obtain feedback from focus groups and subject matter expert groups, compile and analyze information and use the information for content development of curriculum. Assist with beta testing new products and facilitation of trainings and trainings of trainers.

Responsibilities

• Develop content and format of adult learning curriculum materials on topics related to substance and mental health recovery. Write product content and materials. Ensure materials are accessible, complete, accurate and consistently formatted.
• Conduct research on best practices. Coordinate and obtain feedback from focus groups and subject matter expert groups. Compile and analyze information and use the information for content development of curriculum.
• Assist with beta testing of new products. Facilitate trainings including training of trainers.
• Ensure project milestones and key deadlines are met for assigned projects and communicate progress on project milestones with Project Manager.
• Conduct written and oral communication with training entities, subject matter experts, state agencies and boards on processes related to curriculum development.
• Assist with other project coordination tasks as assigned.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or field related to the work to be performed with at least 5 years of responsible level experience in program administration or program coordination. At least 3-years experience in adult learning curriculum development and writing. Excellent organizational, communications and writing skills. Experience working in team settings. Experience with facilitation and training in adult learning settings. Excellence attention to detail. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Values the contributions of others in the work environment.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Sciences or field related to the work to be performed with at least 3 years of responsible level experience. Experience with and knowledge of substance use, mental health, family and/or youth peer support recovery models. Experience with complex project management.

Salary Range

$65,000-$72,000 - depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Ability for remote work within the state of Texas

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Other Information

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.