Program Coordinator

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

$58,000 - $65,000

United States, North Carolina, Greensboro

Sep 29, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number	998125
Functional Title	Program Coordinator
Position Type	Research
Position Eclass	EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information	Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with nearly 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 1,100 faculty and 1,700 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit	The complexity of social, economic, and structural factors that have created such lasting social problems as substandard housing, segregation, and homelessness and the need for sustainable community development demands a multidisciplinary, multi-method, community-engaged approach. CHCS brings together faculty, staff, and students from multiple disciplines to address these problems as well as to provide a point of contact for community partners, an opportunity for the practical education and training of UNCG students, and community-based evaluation and sustainable long-term regional planning.
Position Summary	The Housing and Urban Policy Coordinator will oversee and coordinate a series of projects that provide policy development, administrative and research services, and technical assistance to governmental and nonprofit organizations, and residents of low-wealth communities, in areas of housing, health equity, and justice. The Housing and Urban Policy Coordinator will serve as project coordinator for the Eviction Crisis Mediation Project and will be a member of the CHCS team supporting the Greensboro Eviction Resolution Project. The position will also support research and policy development work conducted by the CHCS by means of qualitative data collection and community engagement. The position will also work closely with the PI in developing new proposals and projects to support the long-term goals of the Center. The Housing and Urban Policy Coordinator will represent CHCS and UNCG by attending meetings with staff, community partners, and stakeholders. The Housing and Urban Policy Coordinator will develop, organize, and facilitate community forums (Housing Hangouts), meetings, and other events related to the mission of CHCS.
Minimum Qualifications	A PhD or Masters with 2 years experience in law, public administration, public policy, or urban planning and at least five years of community-engaged research, policy development, or technical assistance to governmental, business, and nonprofit organizations. Knowledge of social science research methods, including interview and focus group techniques and best practices for community outreach and engagement. Strong event planning, logistics, and project management experience. Ability to communicate professionally directly with senior officials and executive directors. Experience in communicating and disseminating findings to a broad and diverse audience through written and oral presentations to diverse public constituencies. Knowledge of stormwater concepts, and best management practices. Experience in curriculum development and/or demonstrated work with elementary and middle school children.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in grant writing and grant administration. Evidence of capacity to secure external funding for applied projects Experience in managing a team of assistants, students, or junior staff.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range	$58,000 - $65,000
Org #-Department	CTR for Hsing - Comm Studies - 11515
Job Open Date	07/12/2024
For Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
FTE	1.000
Type of Appointment	Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year	12
FLSA	Exempt