Project Coordinator

Universities of Wisconsin

Project Coordinator leading READY RURAL grant operations at UW Oshkosh. Coordinating rural healthcare education, workforce development, budgets, reporting, and partner engagement across Wisconsin.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeOshkosh • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project coordination, budget tracking, and stakeholder engagement within healthcare and grant-funded environments. Proficient in managing timelines, communications, and reporting processes to ensure project milestones and deliverables are met.

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Project CoordinationBudget TrackingStakeholder EngagementGrant ReportingData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementData AnalysisGrant CoordinationEvent Planning

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDetail Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Project Management ToolsReporting SystemsShared Workspaces

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare AdministrationMaster’s Degree in Related Field (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

HealthcarePublic HealthRural HealthWorkforce DevelopmentSimulation-Based Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate day-to-day implementation of the READY RURAL grant initiative
Coordinate project timelines, meetings, communications, documentation, partner engagement, budget tracking, and reporting activities
Support interconnected workstreams including simulation-based education, Virtual Care, mobile simulation, workforce pathways, and rural healthcare partnerships
Work with faculty, staff, healthcare organizations, technical colleges, public health agencies, and community stakeholders
Translate strategic grant objectives into coordinated action
Ensure project milestones, deliverables, and budget requirements are achieved
Analyze data and trends, compile progress reports, and provide recommendations or conclusions
Serve as the initial project point of contact, serve on committees, and attend meetings representing project interests
Develop, schedule, coordinate, and prioritize project work plans according to specifications and resource limitations
Establish, monitor, coordinate, and control project budgets versus actual expenditures and budget reporting
Develop, enhance, and maintain operational standards and systems supporting project teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, education, business administration, organizational leadership, project management, or related field
Professional experience coordinating programs, projects, grants, or complex initiatives
Experience managing timelines, meeting logistics, communications, documentation, or reporting processes
Experience working with multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines
Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and detail-management skills
Master’s degree in a related field preferred
Experience in higher education, healthcare, workforce development, rural health, public health, or grant-funded environments preferred
Experience with budget tracking, grant reporting, event planning, or partner coordination preferred
Familiarity with simulation-based education, telehealth, Virtual Care, healthcare workforce pathways, or academic-practice partnerships preferred
Experience using Microsoft 365, project management tools, shared workspaces, dashboards, or reporting systems preferred
Resume and cover letter required
Three references required for final candidates, including at least one manager or supervisor
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout employment
Pre-employment screening includes criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health plans, currently starting at $45 per month
176 hours of vacation per year (prorated for start date)
36 hours of personal holiday
9 legal holidays (prorated for start date)
176 hours of sick leave for first 18 months
After 18 months, employees can earn up to 96 hours per fiscal year of sick leave
Sick leave accumulates without limit and does not expire
Paid parental leave after six months of continuous employment
Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with 7.2% employer contribution for 2026
One-year grant-funded appointment with expectation of renewal for up to four years, contingent upon continued grant funding and satisfactory performance