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Posted August 26, 2026

RRI TIO Trainer & Curriculum Program Specialist

Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, United States 97201 Full Time
Reference: 286710846

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026
Classification Title Field, Research, and Outreach Services
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title RRI TIO Trainer & Curriculum Program Specialist
Department 240200 - RRI Regional Research Institute
Position Number D92365
Representation AU - AAUP
Renewable Renewable
End date, if applicable 06/30/2027
Position FTE Variable .50 - 1.0, initially 1.0
Tenure Status N - not applicable


Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The conducts research and evaluation with the goal of improving the lives of under-served children, adults, and families. RRI is nationally recognized for innovative practices related to the inclusion of family members, youth and adult consumers in all levels of planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of human services.
Position Summary
The TIO Trainer & Curriculum Program Specialist is a professional staff member in the Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) program, responsible for developing and providing training. Implementing, and evaluating curriculum and training programs that integrate trauma-informed practices across various sectors.

This position will work with the Trauma Informed Oregon team to successfully complete deliverables outlined in the contract between TIO/PSU and the Oregon Health Authority. Primary duties include developing, providing, disseminating, and updating training and consultation material, delivering training on trauma-informed care, and working closely with the training coordinator position to ensure a high-quality experience for all involved with the work.

In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.

We are recruiting to fill two positions.
Minimum Qualifications
  • BA/BS plus at least four years’ experience in a related field, or Masters with at least two years’ experience in a related field.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of trauma informed practices.
  • Highly detail oriented
  • Experience training and developing training content using adult learning techniques and principles.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail, and excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, set boundaries, and meet deadlines.
  • Skills with technology used in adult learning (e.g. video editing).
  • Ability to engage with co-workers and community partners for scheduling, event support, and additional administrative requests.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree with 1+ years experience
  • Knowledge or experience with diverse communities/populations; and/or experience applying a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens to work tasks.
  • Experience or ability connecting to others in the field for collaborative work. Ability to listen and develop rapport, and to relate well with community partners through a trauma informed and culturally sustaining lens.
  • Creative, result-oriented, self-starting, willing to learn, and able to manage multiple ongoing projects.
  • Seeks new learning and integrates this into work routines and projects.
Key Cultural Competencies
  • Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
  • Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
  • Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
  • Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined with supervisor
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.

The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $65,736 – 78,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience.

PSU offers an excellent including 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.

Please visit our to see the full value of our benefits package.


Search Details

Posting Close Date 09/09/2026
Projected Close Date for Posting Closes
Application screening begins 08/26/2026
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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * This position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Are you currently employed as an AAUP academic professional?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * What is your highest degree earned?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Please name the specific field/discipline in which you received your degree.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * In two to three sentences, please describe your prior project management experience and completion.

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * How did you first find out about this position?
    • PSU Website
    • Indeed.com
    • HERCJobs
    • Urban League of Portland
    • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
    • Oregon Employment Department
    • Social Media
    • Person Referral
    • Career Builder
    • Glass Door
    • Other - Please describe in the next Question
  6. If you selected Other, please describe.

    (Open Ended Question)



Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Professional References
Optional Documents




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