Professional Learning Core Program Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Department Public Hlth/HumanSci Adm (HHS)

Position Title Coordinator-Program Admin

Job Title Professional Learning Core Program Coordinator

Appointment Type Professional Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option? Yes

Job Summary

The Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families within the College of Health is seeking a Professional Learning Core Program Coordinator. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Professional Learning Core ( PLC ) Program Coordinator supports the Early Learning System Initiative ( ELSI ) in advancing Oregon’s early childhood workforce through equity-driven professional development. This role manages day-to-day operations of the PLC , including scheduling, communication, and documentation, while serving as a key liaison between internal teams and statewide partners. The coordinator contributes to the design and delivery of professional learning resources and trainings, supports evaluation and reporting processes, and ensures program activities align with strategic priorities. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, independent decision-making, and a commitment to collaboration and equity.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100 undergraduate degree programs, 80 graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
  
  

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
  
  

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

50% – Program Coordination & Communication

• Serve as a liaison for the PLC Lead, representing the team at meetings and events.
• Coordinate and document meetings, schedules, and program activities.
• Collaborate with statewide partners ( DELC , TRI , CCR &R, OCCD ) to implement professional learning initiatives.
• Prepare quarterly reports, surveys, and required documentation.
• Collect and analyze evaluation data from training and outreach efforts.
• Monitor program timelines, deliverables, and respond to inquiries in consultation with leadership.
• Provide administrative support for PLC staff and students.
  
  

50% – Training & Resource Development

• Develop and facilitate professional learning resources and trainings in multiple formats.
• Support emergent needs of the PLC team and early learning professionals.
• Create targeted communication materials (newsletters, marketing) in collaboration with ELSI leadership and other core teams.
  
  

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Human Development, Education, or a related field.
• Experience in early care and education settings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and workflows that improve efficiency and support cross-functional coordination.
• Experience with implementation and aligning processes across multiple teams or organizations in a respectful and inclusive manner.
• Ability to interact and communicate successfully and inclusively, both in writing and verbally, with a broad and diverse audience in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams, and to contribute to an inclusive team culture where all individuals feel valued and respected.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Experience using project management tools or platforms to support team coordination.
• Demonstrated experience working in or with initiatives that support or engage communities of color and people that hold identities that have been historically underrepresented and underserved.
• Ability to promote cultural competence across all constituencies.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.
  
  

What We Would Like You To Have

• Knowledge of adult learning principles and experience designing or facilitating professional development for adult learners.
• Knowledge of NAEYC standards and Competencies.
• Proficiency in Spanish (written and verbal).
• Experience with statewide early learning systems or multi-agency collaboration.
• Knowledge of equity-focused practices and culturally responsive professional development.
• Understanding of Oregon’s early learning policies and quality improvement frameworks.
  
  

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Pay Method Salary

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $65,000-$69,000

Link To Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/175368

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09623UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/01/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 12/18/2025

Full Consideration Date 01/02/2026

Closing Date 01/09/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 2, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A resume; and
• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
  
  

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Tammy Winfield

tammy.winfield@oregonstate.edu

503-991-2421

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.