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Program Coordinator (5002)

SIU Medicine
$3,526.76 - $5,239.58 Monthly
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, extended sick time, tuition reimbursement, 403(b), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Springfield
Oct 20, 2026
We recommend using the following browsers to complete the application: Desktop: Google Chrome, Edge with Chromium Mobile: Google Chrome, Safari Description This position is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and implementation of statewide behavioral health workforce initiatives administered by the Illinois Behavioral Health Workforce Center. The Project Coordinator provides project management support, logistical coordination, event planning, and administrative assistance across multiple workforce projects and partnerships. The role requires strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives, work with a diverse and talented team, and availability for occasional statewide travel to conferences and sponsored events. This position is ON SITE only Examples of Duties PROJECT COORDINATION AND SUPPORT 75% Serve as a project coordinator for multiple BHWC workforce development initiatives, including training programs, pipeline activities, workforce research efforts, and stakeholder engagement activities. Support the Executive Director in coordinating project timelines, deliverables, and milestones across BHWC initiatives. Assist with planning and coordinating statewide meetings, convenings, trainings, and events, including scheduling, logistics, materials preparation, and follow-up. Coordinate with internal teams, academic partners, state agencies, and community stakeholders to support implementation of BHWC projects. Track project activities, deadlines, participation, and outcomes to ensure timely and accurate completion of deliverables. Assist with the development and maintenance of project documentation, including work plans, meeting notes, summaries, and internal tracking tools. Support data collection activities related to BHWC programs, including surveys, registrations, attendance tracking, and evaluation coordination. Provide logistical and administrative support for Director led projects, including coordination of required documentation and reporting materials. Participate in and support BHWC training activities, learning collaboratives, and workforce events. Travel statewide as needed to support BHWC meetings, trainings, site visits, and partner engagements. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director. ADMINISTRATION 25% Assist with day-to-day administrative operations of the BHWC, not excluding coordination of meetings, calendars, and communications. Prepare draft reports, summaries, and materials for internal leadership, advisory groups, and external partners. Support coordination of BHWC Advisory Council, Executive Committee, joint hub activities and workgroup meetings. Maintain organized electronic files and documentation for BHWC projects and initiatives. Collaborate with SIU School of Medicine departments and administrative units on operational and logistical needs related to BHWC activities. Participate in required meetings, trainings, and environmental, health, and safety activities as required by SIU School of Medicine. Qualifications Credentials to be Verified by Placement Officer Bachelor's degree. A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.) Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required. Additional education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources Skill in analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Skill in scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Skill in oral and written communication Ability to adjust actions in relation to others' actions. Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense Ability to develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work. Ability to work effectively with staff, the public, and outside constituency groups Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and supervise the work of others. Ability to utilize various computer software packages, such as Accounting Software, query, etc. Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in order to be able to analyze and investigate a variety of questions or problems Ability to analyze and develop guidelines, procedures and systems Condition of Employment Out of State Applicants that apply to Springfield vacancies in classifications in the occupational area of Professional, Semi-Professional, or Managerial will be subject to the following Condition of Employment: Pursuant to the State University Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date. If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. *The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education,* *patient care,* *research and service to the community.* The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at https://www.siumed.edu/police-security. This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act." Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law. Pre-employment background screenings required.