Job Details

Program Specialist, IMPACT

Position Number: 9721294
Location: Moscow, United States
Position Type: Other Administrative Positions

Program Specialist, IMPACT

Posting Number: SP005382P
Division/College: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences
Department: Department of Curriculum & Instruction
Location: Moscow, Off Campus Location - Hybrid/Remote

Posting Context Statement:

The IMPACT Program Specialist provides day-to-day coordination for a federally funded personnel preparation project that supports paraeducators in completing degree and certification requirements to become special education teachers. The position coordinates scholar support, project activities, partner communication, data collection, reporting, and administrative processes. The position reports to the Principal Investigator and works closely with project faculty, university offices, mentors, school partners, and scholars.

Position Overview:

This position performs a complex mix of duties in support of project or program development and delivery.

Duties may include:

Coordinate office operations
Document and tracking program schedules and business cycles
Plan and coordinate program meetings and events
Support program planning and may assist with the development of operating budgets and/or funding proposals
Research and compile information for communications such as talking points, speech scripts and responses to correspondence and presentations
Coordinate collection of data and materials for reports and other administrative documents
Develop and maintain positive liaison relationships with various offices, customers and stakeholders including internal and advisory boards
May assist with budget management and provide support for financial and/or personnel processes
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Three years providing administrative, business operations and/or program support
Composing, proofing and editing a variety of documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials
Using computer software and applications for word processing, developing spreadsheets, email and internet research

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

None

Additional Preferred:

Education:
Preferred Bachelor's degree in education, administration, project management, student services, or a related field
Additional Preferred Master's degree in a related field

Experience:

Knowledge of special education, disability services, educator preparation, or teacher certification
Experience supporting paraeducators, adult learners, or other nontraditional students
Experience with grant administration, budget tracking, program evaluation, or data reporting
Experience working with rural or community-based education partners
Experience coordinating a program, project, grant, or student-support initiative
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively with varied stakeholders
Experience maintaining records, tracking activities, and preparing reports

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $28.00 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:

0.5

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

First consideration review to take place August 5th, 2026

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52218

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.