Technical Assistance Program Coordinator

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Technical Assistance Program Coordinator Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. Posting Summary

Responsible for developing and maintaining a network of technical assistant service providers to support potential applicants in their proposals for Northeast SARE Grant Programs. The TAP Coordinator has a specific focus on reducing application barriers of historically underserved or marginalized populations.

The TAP coordinator supports Northeast SARE's diversity, equity, inclusion and justice values and its strategic plan, including engagement with under-served communities. They collaborate to develop and improve policies and procedures in support of Northeast SARE grant program effectiveness and commitment to the organization's outcome statement. The TAP coordinator leads Northeast' SARE's outreach efforts in recruiting potential applicants for SARE grant programs and diversifying applicant pools.

The position has a specific focus on recruiting and nurturing applicants for the BIPOC Grants Program. The position works with external partners to develop training for technical assistant service providers and leads the Northeast SARE team on policies and procedures for best practices of converting interested parties into grant applicants; they foster the relationships between technical assistant providers and grantees. The position reports to the Northeast SARE Director.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Master's degree and two - four years of experience related to the responsibilities of the position or equivalent related experience. Ability to help ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive programs.

Ability to manage networks and provide rigorous programmatic oversight. Ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences. Ability to manage data and produce reports.

Ability to use independent judgment, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, work with a team, and coordinate projects. Proficiency or ability to learn and use grant program software, spreadsheets, word processing.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Office

Anticipated Pay Range $60,000 to $70,000/year Other Information

Occasional travel requirements associated with the position. Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends especially during peak periods of grant administration activity. Where space is available, the position may be housed at any office of UVM Extension ,or it may be a remote position, depending on candidate needs and UVM telework policy.

Anticipated pay range is $60,000 to $71,000. Actual hiring pay dependent on comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate's experience level and length.

Special Conditions Position located in different city, Contingent on continued funding, Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position FLSA Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date 04/15/2024 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No

Position Information

Position Title Outreach Professional Sr Posting Number S5002PO Department Ext - SARE/50056 Position Number 00021293 Employee FTE 1.0 Employee Term 12

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