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Strategic Coordinator
Office Medicaid Innovation
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Job Summary
The Strategic Coordinator serves as a high-level coordination and operational partner supporting leadership across the Office of Medicaid Innovation (OMI) portfolio. This position serves as a key partner to leadership by helping manage priorities, coordinate initiatives, support strategic planning efforts, and ensure smooth execution of organizational goals across multiple teams and bodies of work.This position works closely with OMI leadership, project teams, and external partners to improve workflow efficiency, strengthen accountability, and support decision-making across multiple bodies of work. The role requires strong judgment, discretion, organization, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment.Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate leadership priorities, operational initiatives, and cross-functional projects across the organization.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and follow-up actions to ensure accountability and progress across multiple bodies of work.
• Identify process improvements, operational gaps, and efficiencies as a thought partner to leadership.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among leadership, project teams, and external partners to support alignment and execution.
• Prepare reports, presentations, briefing materials, and internal communications to support leadership decision-making.
• Support meetings through agenda development, scheduling, documentation of key outcomes, and follow-up on action items.
• Monitor project and portfolio progress, identifying risks, barriers, and emerging issues for leadership awareness.
• Coordinate special projects and strategic initiatives that support organizational growth and operational effectiveness.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal teams, University partners, and external stakeholders.
• Provide administrative and operational support to ensure continuity and execution of leadership priorities.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.Two (2) years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.(NOTE: A Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.)Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in an area of specialization inherent to the position may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or healthcare administration. Two years of professional experience in project coordination, administration, operations, leadership support, or program management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge working in higher education, healthcare, Medicaid, or government operations.
• Knowledge in managing multiple priorities and supporting cross-functional work in a professional environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare professional reports and correspondence.
• Organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Ability to supporting leadership teams in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with University of Illinois administrative systems and operational processes.
• Knowledge with project tracking, process improvement, and strategic planning support.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Writing skills to prepare reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to multi-task and produce accurate, detail-oriented work to meet stringent deadlines.

Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5010 - Business/Administrative Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. The budgeted salary range for the position is $70,000 to $80,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
System Office jobs such as this one are not eligible for the Referral Program.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 2, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Amanda Bubonic at abubo2@uillinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what's next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.
Champaign-Urbana
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1037038
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu