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University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
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Program Coordinator II
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
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$43,805.00 - $70,075.00
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Program Coordinator II

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Program Coordinator II
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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleProgram Coordinator II
Requisition NumberRE53272
Working Title
Department Name8T110:College of Social Work
Work LocationLexington, KY
Grade Level44
Salary Range$43,805-70,075/year
Type of PositionStaff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

MA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 25 lbs;
sitting for long periods of time; regular statewide travel, sometimes requiring an overnight stay
Shift
Monday Friday 8:00am 5:00pm (40 hours/week)

Occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Job Summary
Since 1938, College of Social Work (CoSW) has been a leader in higher education. Our mission is clear; Through rigorous research, excellence in instruction, and steadfast service, the CoSW works to improve the human condition. Always, in all ways.

To assist in actualizing our mission, we seek candidates for the position of Program Coordinator II. The position's job responsibilities are as follows:

Adoption Support for Kentucky (ASK) Program Administration & Development:

  • Lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and expansion of new and ongoing ASK program initiatives in alignment with contract objectives and best practices for pre- and post-adoption support.
  • Identify and advance opportunities for program innovation, growth, and enhancement, including the integration of technology, virtual service delivery, and new training modalities.
  • Develop, write, review, and continuously refine ASK training curricula and support materials in collaboration with instructional design staff, CoSW colleagues, students, and independent contractors.
  • Research and maintain current knowledge of adoption-related issues, evidence-informed practices, and emerging trends to inform program design and continuous quality improvement.
  • Facilitate ASK meetings as needed to ensure effective service delivery and alignment across program components.
  • Collaborate regularly with DCBS and other partners to share program outcomes, address system needs, and strengthen partnerships.
  • Design, generate, and submit program reports in accordance with sponsor reporting and monitoring requirements.
  • Work closely with the Business Office to oversee the ASK budget in compliance with University and grant sponsor requirements.


Recruitment, Training, and Supervision of Adoptive Parent Liaisons:

  • Collaborate with DCBS staff and other partners to identify, recruit, and engage qualified individuals to serve as Adoptive Parent Liaisons (APLs).
  • Provide supervision to APLs, including onboarding, ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and support for role clarity and accountability.
  • Design and deliver professional development and training opportunities to enhance APL knowledge and skills related to adoption support and service delivery.
  • Design and implement training curricula using a range of delivery methods, including virtual, hybrid, asynchronous, and in-person formats, adapting content and delivery strategies as program and technology needs evolve.
  • Develop and coordinate statewide recruitment and engagement opportunities for adoptive families and program participants.


Adoption Support for Kentucky (ASK) Program Promotion:

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate statewide strategies to promote ASK services.
  • Develop, review, and update program materials in collaboration with the College of Social Work Marketing and Communications team to support effective outreach and promotion.
  • Provide content and messaging for social media platforms and other digital communication tools in alignment with University and departmental guidelines.
  • Promote ASK services to DCBS staff and other relevant stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
  • Serve as a program representative at statewide and community events related to child welfare and adoption.
  • Participate in child welfare, foster, and adoptive parent committees and workgroups to support system collaboration and visibility.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Professional Knowledge of Child Welfare and Adoptive Service Provision, Budgeting, Information Development, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to Detail, Organization Skills, Oral and Written Communication, Time Management, Knowledge of Social Media Platforms, Microsoft Office
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Driver's License preferred. Regular statewide travel is required.

Lived experience within the adoption and/or child welfare system (e.g., adoptive parent, adoptee, kinship caregiver, foster parent, etc.) is strongly preferred. Applicants with lived experience are encouraged to describe how their personal experience informs their understanding of adoption-related services and supports.
Deadline to Apply03/02/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please select the answer that best describes your years of experience (paid or unpaid) working with child welfare professionals, foster and adoptive parents, or children with experience in the child welfare system.
    • 0
    • More than 0, upthrough 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 5 years
    • More than 5 years, up through 10 years
    • More than 10 years
  2. * Please select the number of full-time, paid years of experience you have managing a program or project budget.
    • 0
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1, up through 5 years
    • More than 5, up through 10 years
    • More than 10 years
  3. * Please describe your experience in the field of child welfare, specifically any experience with foster or adoptive families.

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
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