Program Administration Sr. Specialist

About the role

The Senior Implementation Lead at the BSD PSY - Lyons Lab transforms mental health through comprehensive care, research, and education. This role requires a minimum of 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline, advanced degree preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee contracted deliverable-based projects, serving as the primary point of contact for partners.
• Provide coaching and consultation to organizations adopting tools, practices, or frameworks.
• Direct planning, monitoring, and evaluation activities.
• Mentor and support team-based strategies to execute effective delivery.
• Represent the organization in high-level partner meetings and initiatives.
• Contribute to cross-team projects and initiatives, including training, analytics integration, and curriculum development.
• Provides specialized professional expertise in program management.
• Implements plans for educational programs and initiatives and acts as a liaison between the program and program participants.
• Plans and develops program objectives and/or content.
• Researches and identifies trends and needs and establishes program directions accordingly.
• Serves as a key resource for program information.
• Resolves problems or questions referred by program staff, University administrators, or other contingencies.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Significant experience with program implementation, change management, or technical assistance, strong facilitation, coaching, and relationship-building skills, and ability to manage multiple complex projects with diverse partners are also required.

Qualifications

Advanced degree preferred. Strong communication and collaboration skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team are essential.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and project management tools, knowledge of evidence-based practice and implementation science, and ability to lead statewide collaborative, training, and trauma-informed initiatives are preferred.

Benefits

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.