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University of Texas at Austin is hiring a Senior Administrative Program Coordinator - (Curriculum Developer/Trainer) - Addiction Research Institute. The role develops adult learning curriculum materials on substance use and mental health recovery, drawing on research into best practices and feedback from focus groups and subject matter experts. The coordinator also helps beta test new products and facilitates trainings, including training of trainers, within the School of Social Work.

Highlights

Develop, write, and format adult learning curriculum materials on substance use and mental health recovery, making sure they are accessible, accurate, complete, and consistently formatted.
Research best practices and gather feedback from focus groups and subject matter expert groups, then analyze that input to shape curriculum content.
Assist with beta testing of new products and facilitate trainings, including training of trainers.
Track project milestones and key deadlines for assigned projects and report progress to the Project Manager.
Communicate in writing and in conversation with training entities, subject matter experts, state agencies, and boards about curriculum development processes.
Hold a Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences or a related field, with at least 5 years of program administration or coordination experience and at least 3 years of adult learning curriculum development and writing; relevant education and experience may be substituted.
Bring experience facilitating and training in adult learning settings, strong organizational, writing, and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree and knowledge of substance use, mental health, and family or youth peer support recovery models, plus experience with complex project management.
Pay range of $65,000 to $72,000 per year depending on qualifications.
Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday on a flexible 8am to 6pm schedule, with remote work possible within Texas; this grant-funded position is expected to continue until August 31, 2028.

Senior Administrative Program Coordinator - (Curriculum Developer/Trainer) - Addiction Research Institute Full Description

General Notes

This is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding. Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Ability for remote work within the state of Texas.

Job Details

Hiring Department: School of Social Work
Position open to: All Applicants
Weekly scheduled hours: 40
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest start date: Dec 01, 2026
Position duration: Expected to continue until Aug 31, 2028
Location: UT Main Campus
Work shift: M-F, flexible between 8am-6pm

Purpose

The Senior Administrative Program Coordinator (Curriculum Developer/Trainer) will assist with development of content and format of adult learning curriculum materials on topics related to substance use and mental health recovery. Conduct research on best practices, coordinate and obtain feedback from focus groups and subject matter expert groups, compile and analyze information and use the information for content development of curriculum. Assist with beta testing new products and facilitation of trainings and trainings of trainers.

Responsibilities

Develop content and format of adult learning curriculum materials on topics related to substance and mental health recovery. Write product content and materials. Ensure materials are accessible, complete, accurate and consistently formatted.
Conduct research on best practices. Coordinate and obtain feedback from focus groups and subject matter expert groups. Compile and analyze information and use the information for content development of curriculum.
Assist with beta testing of new products. Facilitate trainings including training of trainers.
Ensure project milestones and key deadlines are met for assigned projects and communicate progress on project milestones with Project Manager.
Conduct written and oral communication with training entities, subject matter experts, state agencies and boards on processes related to curriculum development.
Assist with other project coordination tasks as assigned.
Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or field related to the work to be performed with at least 5 years of responsible level experience in program administration or program coordination. At least 3-years experience in adult learning curriculum development and writing. Excellent organizational, communications and writing skills. Experience working in team settings. Experience with facilitation and training in adult learning settings. Excellence attention to detail. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Values the contributions of others in the work environment.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Sciences or field related to the work to be performed with at least 3 years of responsible level experience. Experience with and knowledge of substance use, mental health, family and/or youth peer support recovery models. Experience with complex project management.

Salary Range

$65,000-$72,000 - depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Ability for remote work within the state of Texas

Required Materials

Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest

Other Information

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Senior Administrative Program Coordinator - (Curriculum Developer/Trainer) - Addiction Research Institute

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