Senior Project Coordinator – OPSR

Murfreesboro, Tennessee


Employer: Middle Tennessee State University
Industry: Research and Sponsored Programs
Salary: $51415 - $64011 per year
Job type: Full-Time

Job Title

Senior Project Coordinator - OPSR

Department

Research and Sponsored Programs
Salary

$51,415 - $64,011; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function

Middle Tennessee State University's Center for Health and Human Services, in partnership with the MTSU Data Science Institute, formed an Office of Prevention Science and Recovery (OPSR) in 2023 for purposes of addressing the opioid epidemic through strategic and coordinated efforts at the local level in response to and working collaboratively with the Rutherford County Opioid Board (RCOB). The OPSR is adding a second position to assist other Tennessee counties - stakeholders receiving opioid abatement funds and/or county governments - with their efforts to address the opioid epidemic. The senior statewide project coordinator is a supervisory position and will be responsible for working under the direction of the CHHS Director and in consultation with the CHHS pre- and post-grants coordinator and other OPSR staff to coordinate local opioid use disorder (OUD) activities of the OPSR in multiple Tennessee counties.
Required Education

A minimum of a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to two years of full-time work in a substance use disorder related role. Those with degrees in public health, social work, sociology, psychology, education, or social services related fields will be given priority.

Required Related Experience

General experience in the area of substance use or opioid use disorder with articulated knowledge of current conditions, trends, and best-practices within the field of substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery.

Demonstrated experience in working effectively with diverse constituencies with preference given to those experienced with state and local government officials as well as the general public. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate clearly.

Demonstrated experience with grant-funded work, grant-writing and/or grant review processes, with preference given to those with experience specific to substance use disorder/opioid use disorder.

Demonstrated experience in organizing and effectively facilitating meetings, delivering oral presentations and reports, and in writing clear, concise reports for internal and external audiences.
Desirable Related Experience

Preferred experience with grant-funded work, grant-writing and/or grant review processes, with preference given to those with experience specific to substance use disorder/opioid use disorder.

Preferred experience in developing and delivering training programs for diverse stakeholders.
Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://www.mtsu.edu/police/docs/2023AnnualSecurityReport.pdf or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: June 13, 2024

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Created: 2024-06-06
Reference: P974
Country: United States
State: Tennessee
City: Murfreesboro
ZIP: 37132