Program Coordinator II

Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department:

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government – Who We Are

As a Public Service and Outreach unit at the University of Georgia, the UGA Institute of Government contributes directly to the university’s overarching public service mission of improving people’s lives by helping to create jobs and prosperity, developing leaders, and addressing critical issues. This public service mission, and the Institute of Government’s role in its success, is at the heart of UGA’s land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia and its residents.

We have a wide range of experts who inform, inspire, and innovate every day so that governments, large and small, can be more efficient and responsive to their citizens, address current and emerging challenges, and serve the public with excellence. We are uniquely positioned to provide impartial support to local governments and state agencies and convene multi-disciplinary and intragovernmental groups to plan for and address many of the challenges faced by communities across Georgia.

Our areas of expertise and focus include workforce and economic development; infrastructure and community resilience; government operations and organizational effectiveness; measuring and reporting on impact and outcomes; building skills, knowledge and capacity of government leaders and teams; and maximizing technology and data for governments and their leaders.

Whether it is through our award-winning PROPEL (Planning Rural Opportunities for Prosperity and Economic Leadership) program for rural communities, our CyberArch student program that helps Georgia communities increase their cybersecurity, our efforts to build a visionary plan for military and community partnerships to spur economic prosperity and resilient infrastructure, our financial management certificate program to build the capacity of public officials, or hosting educational events about e-mobility strategies for local governments …. We Know Georgia. Fulfilling our land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia is more than a project. It’s our purpose.

We are growing and excited to add individuals to our team who share our commitment to public service – building stronger communities, inspiring economic resilience, and improving quality of life for communities across Georgia and beyond.

Our Culture – How We Operate

We disseminate knowledge through research, scholarship, and instruction. We collaborate internally across our areas of expertise and across the university with academic researchers to bring best practices and expert insights to the governments and communities we serve. We are committed to fielding a team of experts who have a variety of professional and academic experiences and are grounded in our culture of excellence and approach our work with Georgia’s governments in a comprehensive and objective fashion.

College/Unit/Department website: www.CVIOG.uga.edu

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5.

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 09/03/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 10/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification Title: Program Coordinator II

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.0

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience preparing reports, meeting materials, and project documentation.
• Ability to analyze information, identify issues, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to work independently while managing competing deadlines.

Position Summary:

The Program Coordinator II supports the Defense Community Resilience Program (DCRP) through project coordination, operational support, stakeholder engagement, and administrative management. The position assists with planning and tracking project activities, coordinating internal and external partners, preparing reports and project materials, supporting proposal development, and monitoring project timelines and deliverables. The incumbent also supports outreach activities, events, and program evaluation efforts while assisting with division administrative and operational processes. The position serves as a key resource in maintaining project continuity and supporting the successful delivery of DCRP initiatives.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift up to 20lbs; ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time, typical of a standard office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): No

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Manage and coordinate project operations for the Defense Community Resilience Program (DCRP), including overseeing project timelines, deliverables, stakeholder communications, and project documentation across multiple concurrent applied research and outreach projects.

Monitor project status, budgets, and deliverables; evaluate project needs; identify issues requiring follow-up or resolution; and coordinate appropriate next steps to ensure successful project execution.

Develop and maintain project records, reports, evaluation summaries, and communications for internal and external audiences.

Serve as a primary point of contact for project participants, clients, sponsors, and partners regarding project activities and coordination needs.

Percentage of time: 50

Duties/Responsibilities:

Coordinate applied research and outreach project activities from initiation through completion by managing project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement efforts. Facilitate collaboration among Institute faculty and staff, University departments, clients, sponsors, and external partners to advance project objectives and maintain project continuity.

Coordinate development of project proposals, reports, presentations, meetings, workshops, conferences, and project deliverables.

Exercise independent judgment in prioritizing competing project needs and coordinating resources necessary to achieve project goals.

Percentage of time: 35

Duties/Responsibilities:

Coordinate operational and administrative processes supporting DCRP activities, including initiation and monitoring of human resources, financial, onboarding, procurement, and compliance-related actions.

Collaborate with division operations staff to ensure timely completion of business processes, maintain required project and operational records, and identify process improvements that enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Percentage of time: 10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time: 5

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Danielle Dankner

Recruitment Contact Email: danidank@uga.edu