Program Manager I - Technical Assistance

The Opportunity: 

The Program Manager for technical assistance will work with the Center for Community Schools leaders and staff to provide technical assistance in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of community school best practices. This position assumes primary responsibility for the day-to-day activities associated with the center's technical assistance efforts for Community Partnership schools and partners.

This is a Contracts & Grants (C&G) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Classification Title: Program Manager I

Responsibilities:

• Support the Center for Community Schools (CCS) by providing technical assistance and support to Community Schools; Coordinate expansion of Center for Community Schools technical assistance and support practices.

• Assist with UCF certification readiness process and evaluation efforts; Assist with required quarterly reporting for state grant regarding CCS and statewide subcontracts including end-of-year reports and analysis.

• Prepare submissions to support center communications and needs; Keep current inventory of all networks of community schools and Community Partnership School partners.

• Lead Training and Development opportunities for statewide community school partners and efforts; Prepare and deliver presentation, event, and professional development support as needed.

• Provide assistance with development from emerging, developing and implementing community schools; Provide detailed reports regarding development and advancement of implemented community schools sites.

• Identify and develop needed community school materials to improve best practices in the field; Lead outreach activities to districts and communities to communicate information regarding community school advancement practices and opportunities.

• Maintain documentation, provide technical assistance and support, and assist with preparation of manuscripts, reports and resource materials.

• Other duties as assigned to advance the vision and mission of the center advancing community schools statewide. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated background working within Social Work, Community Schools, or Community Partnership Schools models preferred.

• 1+ year of experience providing technical assistance, coaching, or capacity‑building support to schools, nonprofits, or government agencies.

• Experience working with grants, nonprofit organizations, and cross-sector partners.

• Skilled in developing and delivering professional development workshops, webinars, and trainings for educational audiences.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or a similar data‑tracking and reporting platform.

The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including facilitation and coaching.

• Demonstrated time management, organization, and project coordination skills.

• Ability to build and sustain positive, collaborative working relationships within a team environment.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

• The anticipated salary range for this position is $56,030 - $68,637. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

• Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

• All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

• This is a Contracts & Grants (C&G) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

• Classification Title: Program Manager I

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• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

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Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

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Department

College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$56,030.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

07-16-2026-12-00-AM

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

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