"Community Education Coordinator"

Job Description

The South Southwest Prevention Technology Transfer Center (SSW PTTC), housed within the Southwest Prevention Center, seeks a Product Development & Distance Learning Coordinator. The ideal candidate has experience in substance use prevention and in instructional design. This position supports the planning, development, and delivery of training and technical assistance (T/TA) educational products and events across the region.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating the production and quality assurance of prevention-related T/TA materials and products, from concept through delivery and post-production.
• Develops, adapts and/or modifies, and submits T/TA materials for review and approval.
• Conducts learning needs assessments and reviews evaluations for purposes of assessing and planning T/TA services and products.
• Plan strategies with team members to deliver T/TA events, emphasizing instructional design and effective use of technology.
• Establishes partnerships and acts as a liaison between the PTTC and consultants.
• Manages the development and implementation of webinars including logistics, setup, technical facilitation, and support for regional, cross-regional, and national events.
• Provides review, editing, and formatting to ensure that all products adhere to SSW PTTC publication standards
• Serves as the primary contact for webinar and website technical issues.
• Maintains and updates contact lists and website content.
• Develops new training products, including marketing materials, course materials, and handouts
• Develops reports and assists with compiling responses to quick-turnaround information requests.
• Coordinates learner activities for client - specific and regional events and meetings, including communicating T/TA event details to participants.
• Provides supervision, guidance, and direction to consultants or junior staff.
• Troubleshoots complex problems and recommend solutions.
• Advises on or leads product and training design projects as assigned.
• Develops and disseminates monthly newsletter.
• Develops and implements dissemination plans for all products.
• Maintains data on dissemination of products.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned to successfully fulfill the functions of the position.
• Travel rarely required.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or closely related field, AND:

• 24 months experience developing education products or related experience.

Equivalency Substitution: Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 72 months experience.

Skills:

• Skilled in educational program development and coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to develop educational products for various learners, use of multi-media strategies for educational products, and dissemination of information and materials.
• Able to communicate directions and expectations effectively.
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. Highly organized; able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (including SharePoint, OneNote, PowerPoint), Zoom, YouTube, and Constant Contact.
• Knowledge of adult learning theories, strategies, methodology and instructional design principles.
• Strong prioritization, flexibility, and time management skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups in planning, developing, and evaluating products.

Certifications:

None

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Sit for prolonged periods.
• Communicate effectively.
• Use of a computer.
• Extensive use of email, phone, and video conferencing.
• Manual dexterity.
• Standard office environment.

Departmental Preferences:

• Previous experience in prevention, public health, education, training, or project management.
• Certificate in prevention and/or instructional design.

Supervision:

Will supervise the work of consultants

Special Instructions:

If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:

The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon police records check

Job Posting: Oct 15, 2025