Temporary Project Coordinator

Department

Crown Research Goodwill

About the Department

As one of the first schools of social work in the United States, the Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice has shaped the field for more than 100 years. As part of the University of Chicago, the Crown Family School shares the University's core values and distinctive intellectual culture. Crown Family School faculty, staff and students focus on identifying solutions to complex problems through the integration of research, training, and direct community engagement. Guided by an interdisciplinary tradition, Crown Family School scholars conduct innovative research to address interconnected social challenges such as educational inequality, health disparities, crime and violence, poverty, and child and family welfare—working at multiple scales, from individual to policy-level interventions. More than 8,000 Crown Family School graduates in the US and globally hold leadership positions in academia, at nonprofits, and at governmental agencies The Crown Family School is the home of several academic centers. These include the Susan and Richard Kiphart Center for Global Health and Social Development, the Urban Education Institute (UEI), the Center for Health Administration Studies, the Smart Decarceration Project, and the Employment Instability, Family Well-being, and Social Policy Network (EINet). More information may be found here.

Job Information

Job Summary:

The Project Coordinator will play a key role in participant recruitment and program coordination. This position will focus on building relationships with parents, students, school staff, and community partners to ensure successful enrollment and participation in the program. Once recruitment is complete, the coordinator will assist with program logistics and help form and sustain relationships with local community organizations to strengthen ongoing partnerships.

Responsibilities:

• Recruiting families through in-person outreach.
• Building relationships with school staff and caregivers.
• Tracking recruitment progress.
• Scheduling program delivery across schools.
• Coordinating team assignments and transportation.
• Implementing the intervention.
• Sustaining connections with community organizations.
• Provide on-site support during data collection events.

Competencies:

• Organizational and communication skills.

• Familiarity with Google Docs/Sheets.

• Strong Proficiency in Google Workspace (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets).

• Prior experience in conducting qualitative or quantitative research.​

Additional Responsibilities

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

​Education:

• Undergraduate degree in social work, psychology, education, sociology, or other related field required.

Experience:

• Experience working in schools required.
• Experience working in community settings, particularly with underserved populations and/or youth and families preferred.
• Prior experience in participant recruitment for community programs or studies required.

Working Conditions:

• Able to drive to local schools and off-campus locations using their personal vehicle.
• Reliable transportation is required (mileage reimbursed).

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of 3 references

Job Family

Temporary Staff

Scheduled Weekly Hours

19.5

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Pay Frequency

Hourly

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

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FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Pay Range

$25.00 - $30.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Posting Statement

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