Substance Use Prevention Coordinator

University of Wisconsin-Madison

. Manage substance use prevention services in Wisconsin .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing substance use prevention services, developing evidence-based practices, and coordinating training and technical assistance. Proficient in contract administration, budget monitoring, and strategic planning to enhance statewide prevention efforts.

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Substance Use Prevention ManagementContract AdministrationBehavioral Health Program DevelopmentTraining CoordinationStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

Evidence-Based Prevention PracticesGrantee MonitoringBudget MonitoringProgram EvaluationPolicy Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Public Health InitiativesCommunity Coalition LeadershipOutreach Program Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage substance use prevention services in Wisconsin
Develop and coordinate evidence-based prevention practices
Establish and uphold grantee monitoring related to scope of work and funding intent
Develop contracts
Provide technical assistance and training
Create required plans and reports
Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate prevention resources and services
Strengthen and improve statewide prevention efforts
Develop and implement operating policies and procedures aligned with the strategic plan
Determine outreach program needs and personnel resource allocation
Monitor the unit or program budget and approve expenditures
Supervise strategic planning initiatives and objectives
Review recommendations and provide input on new outreach programs or services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education and experience in leading primary substance use prevention services
Experience participating in work groups or committees related to prevention activities with internal and external parties
Experience with contract administration
Experience organizing, coordinating, or facilitating training or technical assistance
Experience with behavioral health program development, public health initiatives, or community coalition leadership
Must provide a valid driver's license
Employment conditional on a Pre-hire Driver Authorization Check
Must be continuously eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship through October 18, 2027
Cover letter required, up to 2 pages
Resume required, up to 2 pages

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Competitive insurances and savings accounts
Retirement benefits
Possibility of extension or conversion to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding
Remote work may be available for some duties