Project Coordinator
Montana State University
Position Details Position Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26071 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Rachel Norris
rachel.norris@montana.edu
406-994-6495 Classification Title Program/Project Lead Working Title Project Coordinator Brief Position Overview This position will support the Montana Office of Rural Health/Area Health Education Center and the MSU Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing with nursing-focused projects, assist nursing faculty and MORH/AHEC team in meeting project goals, and provide advising support to nursing students participating in grant-funded training programs. Position Number 4C0068 Department Montana AHEC/Rural Health Division College of Nursing Appointment Type Professional Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $50,000 - $55,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details General Statement The Montana Area Health Education Center (AHEC) and Office of Rural Health (MORH) are dedicated to enhancing healthcare access for rural Montanans by increasing the supply and distribution of healthcare professionals through strategic academic and community partnerships. Duties and Responsibilities Serve as liaison between Montana Office of Rural Health/Area Health Education Center and MSU Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing with nursing initiative projects. Assist nursing faculty and MORH/AHEC in meeting project goals, coordinating educational opportunities and trainings (both virtual and in-person formats). Advise nursing students participating in MORH/AHEC-supported educational programs. Assist the Director with projects of the MORH/AHEC. Research grant opportunities and assist MORH/AHEC team with writing grants. Develop content for websites related to MORH/AHEC. Provide support to committees of MORH/AHEC and represent MORH/AHEC at meetings. Research, write reports and make presentations on rural health topics and other projects of MORH/AHEC. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Health, Public Administration, Social/Behavior Science, Nursing or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. At least one year of experience in HRSA-grant program coordination. At least one year of experience supporting or coordinating academic or healthcare-related programs, preferably involving rural health and nursing education. Experience developing or managing web content and communicationsfor student-facing or academic programs. Experience advising or mentoring nursing or health professions students, particularly in rural clinical or academic placements. Familiarity with data collection and grant reporting processes, including an understanding of project timelines, deliverables, and evaluation metrics. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Experience working within or alongside a College of Nursing or academic health program, particularly in program coordination, faculty support, or student advising. Knowledge of rural health workforce challenges and strategies related to nursing pipeline development and healthcare access. Experience planning and facilitating trainings, meetings, or educational events in both virtual and in-person formats. Experience utilizing Salesforce for data management. Experience in administering Canvas courses. The Successful Candidate Will Communicate clearly/disseminate information with nursing students and faculty located across the state. Have a strong working knowledge of project requirements and timelines for programs, assuring data required for grant reporting is collected in line with MORH/AHEC guidelines. Be highly organized with great attention to detail. Demonstrate excellent, professional verbal and written communications skills. Establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers in a team-oriented environment. Represent the department to others in a professional and courteous manner. Highly motivated/results orientated. Position Special Requirements/Additional Information Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funding.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position has supervisory duties? No Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on August 12, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Special Instructions EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
rachel.norris@montana.edu
406-994-6495 Classification Title Program/Project Lead Working Title Project Coordinator Brief Position Overview This position will support the Montana Office of Rural Health/Area Health Education Center and the MSU Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing with nursing-focused projects, assist nursing faculty and MORH/AHEC team in meeting project goals, and provide advising support to nursing students participating in grant-funded training programs. Position Number 4C0068 Department Montana AHEC/Rural Health Division College of Nursing Appointment Type Professional Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $50,000 - $55,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details General Statement The Montana Area Health Education Center (AHEC) and Office of Rural Health (MORH) are dedicated to enhancing healthcare access for rural Montanans by increasing the supply and distribution of healthcare professionals through strategic academic and community partnerships. Duties and Responsibilities Serve as liaison between Montana Office of Rural Health/Area Health Education Center and MSU Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing with nursing initiative projects. Assist nursing faculty and MORH/AHEC in meeting project goals, coordinating educational opportunities and trainings (both virtual and in-person formats). Advise nursing students participating in MORH/AHEC-supported educational programs. Assist the Director with projects of the MORH/AHEC. Research grant opportunities and assist MORH/AHEC team with writing grants. Develop content for websites related to MORH/AHEC. Provide support to committees of MORH/AHEC and represent MORH/AHEC at meetings. Research, write reports and make presentations on rural health topics and other projects of MORH/AHEC. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Health, Public Administration, Social/Behavior Science, Nursing or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. At least one year of experience in HRSA-grant program coordination. At least one year of experience supporting or coordinating academic or healthcare-related programs, preferably involving rural health and nursing education. Experience developing or managing web content and communicationsfor student-facing or academic programs. Experience advising or mentoring nursing or health professions students, particularly in rural clinical or academic placements. Familiarity with data collection and grant reporting processes, including an understanding of project timelines, deliverables, and evaluation metrics. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Experience working within or alongside a College of Nursing or academic health program, particularly in program coordination, faculty support, or student advising. Knowledge of rural health workforce challenges and strategies related to nursing pipeline development and healthcare access. Experience planning and facilitating trainings, meetings, or educational events in both virtual and in-person formats. Experience utilizing Salesforce for data management. Experience in administering Canvas courses. The Successful Candidate Will Communicate clearly/disseminate information with nursing students and faculty located across the state. Have a strong working knowledge of project requirements and timelines for programs, assuring data required for grant reporting is collected in line with MORH/AHEC guidelines. Be highly organized with great attention to detail. Demonstrate excellent, professional verbal and written communications skills. Establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers in a team-oriented environment. Represent the department to others in a professional and courteous manner. Highly motivated/results orientated. Position Special Requirements/Additional Information Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funding.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position has supervisory duties? No Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on August 12, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Special Instructions EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
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