Program Coordinator

Organizational Unit:

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Position Summary:
 

A Program Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and managing various aspects of a program or project. They work closely with team members, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure that program goals and objectives are met. This includes tasks such as developing program plans, coordinating activities and resources, monitoring progress, and evaluating outcomes. Program coordinators also play a key role in communication and collaboration, ensuring effective coordination and implementation of program activities. Approximately 20% of regional travel throughout the state of Florida for regional presentations, advisory meetings, and conferences. 

Responsibilities:

40% - Responsible for the operational and programmatic activities that meet the needs of the organization's target population and that are aligned with the organization's stated mission and strategic plan. Examples of key responsibilities include: 

Statewide Engagement: Plan & execute regional presentations and educational initiatives throughout the state of Florida

Workforce Development: Oversee strategic programs designed to advance nursing workforce development, specifically supporting recruitment, retention, and optimal resource utilization. 

Governance & Leadership: Manage and guide organizational advisory boards, committees, and specialized task forces. 

Cross-Functional Events: Collaborate with Outreach, MarCom, & Project Management teams to design, develop, and launch industry symposiums and conferences throughout the state of Florida. 

30% - Develops and disseminates communications regarding the program and answers questions. Tracks program progress, adoption, or performance and provide ongoing reports to leadership/program sponsors. Develops, implements, and directs ideas and changes for program development and improvement

15% - Partners and collaborates with key stakeholders to assess client needs and assists in the development of individualized solutions. Develops program evaluation in executive summary format following program/course completion.
 

10% - Collect and analyze data measuring program performance or client progress. Work closely with the FCN personnel to identify gaps in programming and implement opportunities to enhance administration of program planning. Reports and presents findings to key stakeholders and senior leadership. Ensure that all services provided follow applicable standards and regulations.

 

5% - Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership. 

 

Minimum:

Bachelor’s degree -OR- equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred:

• Active Nursing License (i.e. LPN, RN, or APRN)

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to build collaborative relationships.

• Decision-making skills.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

• Interpersonal skills and judgment.