Program Coordinator, Senior - Early Care & Education Center

Program Coordinator, Senior

Join Our Campus Community! The University of Wyoming values its employees and invests in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 15.19% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.93%, totaling 19.12% toward your retirement plan.

Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.

Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.

Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.

Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

JOB PURPOSE: To provide operational management and administrative support for the Early Care and Education Center (ECEC). This position assists the Director in the day-to-day execution of center operations, ensuring the facility functions as a high-quality clinical school and research hub through effective staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and administrative efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operational Execution: Support the Director in the daily management of the center, ensuring classrooms and staffing are running smoothly.
• Personnel Management: Provide direct supervision, coaching, and mentorship to classroom staff; assist in hiring, onboarding, and the annual evaluation process.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure daily adherence to state licensing requirements, university safety standards, and NAEYC accreditation criteria; maintain accurate records for the federal food program.
• Administrative Coordination: Manage staff scheduling and classroom coverage; oversee the procurement of supplies and materials; assist the Director in monitoring operational budget expenditures.
• Program Assessment Support: Assist with data collection for program evaluations and the implementation of professional development plans to drive instructional excellence.
• Facility & Safety Oversight: Serve as a point of contact for facility maintenance and safety protocols to ensure a secure and high-functioning environment for children and university students.
• Family & Community Support: Assist in maintaining proactive family communication; help coordinate community access to the center's resource hub and collaborative spaces.
• Research & Clinical Coordination: Assist the Director in scheduling and accommodating faculty research and university student placements within the classrooms.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in planning, maintenance and achievement of departmental goals.
• Serve on committees as appropriate.
• Perform training as needed.

COMPETENCIES:

• Operational Management
• Direct Supervisory Leadership
• Attention to Detail & Compliance
• High-Level Professional Communication
• Project Coordination
• Conflict Resolution
• Problem Solving
• Technical/Professional Knowledge (Licensing & NAEYC Standards)
• Collaboration

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 3 years work-related experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned Master's degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in staff supervision and classroom-level coaching.
• Experience in a university-based early childhood program or NAEYC-accredited facility.
• Knowledge of state licensing regulations and federal food program requirements.
• Demonstrated skill in utilizing data for classroom or program-level improvement.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

WORK LOCATION:

On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/