Program Coordinator (Center for Precollegiate Education & Training)

Job No: 538502
Work
Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design,
Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department: 03080100 – EM-CPET ADMIN

Job Description

Classification
Title:

Academic Program Spec II

Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant
experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:

The University of Florida is looking
for a Program Coordinator to join the Center for Precollegiate Education and Training (CPET) and play a key role in delivering high-impact
STE(A)M research programs for youth. In this role, you will help design, coordinate, teach, and assess immersive academic experiences that
prepare students for college and future careers.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Program
Operations & Coordination

• Manage operations for multiple youth programs, including summer residential research experiences
  and year-round workshops, tours, and outreach events.
• Oversee scheduling and resource sharing for personnel, equipment, and
  facilities.
• Recruit UF faculty, staff, graduate instructors, and secondary-school participants, and assist with teaching,
  curriculum implementation, and day-to-day program administration.
• Support curriculum development based on best practices and
  learning theory.
• Process applications, fees, and scholarships while serving as the primary contact for participants and
  families.
• Coordinate with the finance team to manage budgets, purchasing, and expenditures.

Program Design,
Development & Compliance

• Collaborate with program leadership to conceptualize, design, refine, and evaluate academic
  programs and events.
• Help formulate, interpret, and implement program policies.
• Ensure program compliance with university
  and state requirements governing youth programs.
• Coordinate with UF offices such as Enrollment Management Human Resources,
  Environmental Health & Safety, Housing, Dining, and Youth Compliance.
• Collect, analyze, and compile data to assess program
  effectiveness and support continuous improvement.

Writing, Evaluation & Administrative Support

• Write and
  edit content for curricular guides, proposals, grants, publications, and program reports.
• Conduct evaluations to assess program
  performance and recommend enhancements.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the leadership team and assist with
  dissemination of program outcomes and instructional materials.

Other Duties

• Recruit, train, and supervise
  program assistants and volunteers while maintaining program records.
• Contribute to grant proposal development.
• Promote
  program activities through websites, mailings, social media, and outreach channels.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to
  support overall program goals.

Expected Salary:

$62,000 annually

In addition, UF offers the following
exceptional benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off (approximately 22
  days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education
  Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

For more information on benefits, please visit UFHR Benefits and Rewards
(ufl.edu)

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination
of education and experience.

Level 2 DCF Background Screening

Preferred:

• Master’s degree and three years of
  laboratory research experience
• Teaching, leadership, and mentoring experience
• Experience coordinating educational programs
  or events, particularly in STEM or STE(A)M areas
• Experience working with youth programs or outreach initiatives
• Ability to
  manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community partners

Special Instructions to
Applicants:

Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of References

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health
Assessment Required:
No

Applications Close: 16 February 2026

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538502

Our Commitment:
The University of
Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of
Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to
a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit
Accessibility at UF.

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