Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
Program Coordinator
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604
Posting Information
Posting Date: 01/05/2026. Closing Date: Proposed Starting Date: 02/01/2026. Open until filled.
Location 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, 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).
Position Information Classification Title: Public Service Pro II. FLSA Exempt. FTE: 1.00.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with state-wide projects focused on training and education, including work with state and local units of government, subcontractors, and systems change projects in human services.
Position Summary The Program Coordinator position facilitates a six-pronged training and assistance project for disability providers in Georgia. Core responsibilities include in-state implementation of this complex scope of work across all six DBHDD regions, planning, developing, and implementing Community Access training programs for staff working with people with developmental disabilities. The coordinator manages day‑to‑day aspects, ensures compliance with organizational and regulatory standards, maintains positive relationships with sponsors, sub‑awardees, and providers, and coordinates with Business Managers to monitor budgets and track expenditures, developing reports to track outcomes and inform continuous improvement.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Project management experience in social services or related fields, with implementation experience related to complex scopes of work.
Strong background in program development and management within social work or behavioral health settings statewide.
Experience working with human service providers, staff, funders, and other stakeholders.
Excellent relationship management skills to foster collaboration among a variety of groups.
Demonstrated administrative experience including documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of evidence‑based principles and practices applicable to the target population.
Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners across the state.
Experience hosting virtual communities of practice involving front‑line staff, supervisors, advocates, regional personnel and trainers.
Physical Demands
Lift boxes weighing up to 5 pounds.
Driving as needed to perform job duties.
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history reflective of this position; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.
Duties / Responsibilities Program Management
Implement state‑wide scope of work that includes training, technical assistance, and evaluative feedback in the six DBHDD regions.
Work with eight disability providers under an intensive systems‑change effort.
Manage mandatory training for all disability organizations, encompassing around 300 providers.
Plan, develop, and implement Community Access training programs tailored to staff working with people with developmental disabilities in all six DBHDD regions.
Sub Awardees and Financial Coordination
Communicate and plan with sub‑awardees (UMass‑Boston and NASDDS).
Coordinate with Business Managers to track workplans, budgets, and programmatic outcomes of sub‑awardees.
Coordinate with Business Managers to monitor program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure efficient resource allocation for sub‑awards.
DBHDD Coordination
Communicate and plan with designated DBHDD staff (state‑level and regional).
Focus on training content, delivery design, implementation, and outcomes tracking with internal stakeholders.
Coordinate scope of work training activities, events, and community of practice initiatives in each DBHDD region.
Reporting, Tracking, and Compliance
Create and disseminate reports detailing progress of provider agencies and staff trainees related to learning objectives, programmatic outcomes, and follow‑up activities.
Develop reports and documentation to track program outcomes and inform continuous improvement efforts, including collaboration with sub‑awardees.
Manage day‑to‑day aspects of the scope of work, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards with sub‑awards and provider agencies.
Event Coordination and Training Support
Facilitate webinars for continuing training and assistance using platforms like Moodle, Zoom, and Teams.
Collaborate with event coordinators regarding arranging training sites, scheduling, and setup.
Contact Information Recruitment Contact Name: Doug Crandell Recruitment Contact Email: crande@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone:
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents None listed.
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Location 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, 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).
Position Information Classification Title: Public Service Pro II. FLSA Exempt. FTE: 1.00.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with state-wide projects focused on training and education, including work with state and local units of government, subcontractors, and systems change projects in human services.
Position Summary The Program Coordinator position facilitates a six-pronged training and assistance project for disability providers in Georgia. Core responsibilities include in-state implementation of this complex scope of work across all six DBHDD regions, planning, developing, and implementing Community Access training programs for staff working with people with developmental disabilities. The coordinator manages day‑to‑day aspects, ensures compliance with organizational and regulatory standards, maintains positive relationships with sponsors, sub‑awardees, and providers, and coordinates with Business Managers to monitor budgets and track expenditures, developing reports to track outcomes and inform continuous improvement.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Project management experience in social services or related fields, with implementation experience related to complex scopes of work.
Strong background in program development and management within social work or behavioral health settings statewide.
Experience working with human service providers, staff, funders, and other stakeholders.
Excellent relationship management skills to foster collaboration among a variety of groups.
Demonstrated administrative experience including documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of evidence‑based principles and practices applicable to the target population.
Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners across the state.
Experience hosting virtual communities of practice involving front‑line staff, supervisors, advocates, regional personnel and trainers.
Physical Demands
Lift boxes weighing up to 5 pounds.
Driving as needed to perform job duties.
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history reflective of this position; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.
Duties / Responsibilities Program Management
Implement state‑wide scope of work that includes training, technical assistance, and evaluative feedback in the six DBHDD regions.
Work with eight disability providers under an intensive systems‑change effort.
Manage mandatory training for all disability organizations, encompassing around 300 providers.
Plan, develop, and implement Community Access training programs tailored to staff working with people with developmental disabilities in all six DBHDD regions.
Sub Awardees and Financial Coordination
Communicate and plan with sub‑awardees (UMass‑Boston and NASDDS).
Coordinate with Business Managers to track workplans, budgets, and programmatic outcomes of sub‑awardees.
Coordinate with Business Managers to monitor program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure efficient resource allocation for sub‑awards.
DBHDD Coordination
Communicate and plan with designated DBHDD staff (state‑level and regional).
Focus on training content, delivery design, implementation, and outcomes tracking with internal stakeholders.
Coordinate scope of work training activities, events, and community of practice initiatives in each DBHDD region.
Reporting, Tracking, and Compliance
Create and disseminate reports detailing progress of provider agencies and staff trainees related to learning objectives, programmatic outcomes, and follow‑up activities.
Develop reports and documentation to track program outcomes and inform continuous improvement efforts, including collaboration with sub‑awardees.
Manage day‑to‑day aspects of the scope of work, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards with sub‑awards and provider agencies.
Event Coordination and Training Support
Facilitate webinars for continuing training and assistance using platforms like Moodle, Zoom, and Teams.
Collaborate with event coordinators regarding arranging training sites, scheduling, and setup.
Contact Information Recruitment Contact Name: Doug Crandell Recruitment Contact Email: crande@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone:
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents None listed.
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