The Department of Technology, Design, and Technical Education (TDTE) at Utah State University (USU) seeks candidates for the Custom Fit regional coordinator position. This position (Program Coordinator II) is a full-time, exempt staff position. The successful candidate will oversee all the administrative and operational activities of the Custom Fit programs in Carbon, Emery, Grand, and San Juan Counties. The coordinator may supervise other employees including but not limited to custom fit specialists, administrative assistants, student workers, and part-time employees. The coordinator will work closely with other regional CF coordinators, specialists, and directors from around the State and will coordinate relevant activities internally within the Utah State University Eastern, Moab, and Blanding campuses and relevant USU departments.

This position is located on the USU Eastern Campus in Price, Utah and is not eligible for telework. Review of applications will begin in early June 2024, and application reviews and interviews will continue until the position is filled.

The anticipated starting date for this position is early July 2024. 

The Custom Fit (CF) regional coordinator will oversee the administrative and operational activities for the Southeast region CF program. The Southeast Region includes Carbon, Emery, and San Juan Counties in Utah.  As CF coordinator, the successful candidate will conduct industry job/training needs analysis and establish training agreements to address those needs. The coordinator will plan and design performance-based training for companies and industries located in Southeastern Utah and will coordinate with instructors to develop and deliver the training which is identified in customized training plans. The coordinator will be responsible for generating program records to comply with state and institutional requirements, processes, procedures, and reporting.

• 70% Training and Education – Coordinate and promote training and educational programs for local business owners.  Proactively work with small business to create training plans that help a company keep a highly trained work force.  Conduct training needs assessments. 
• 15% Administration – Prepare and submit required USU and CF documentation as well as controlling budget, setting goals, managing center employees, and following established priorities and procedures.
• 10% Networking – Establish and maintain strong community relations with local economic development partners, financial service institutions, business service providers, and local businesses.
• 5% Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Combination of education and experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with a minimum of two years’ experience in coordinating training programs and/or post-secondary education instruction; or,
  • Associate degree in business or related field with a minimum of four years’ experience in coordinating training programs and/or post-secondary education instruction. 
• Experience in daily office and/or project management.  
• Experience in basic accounting and database use. 
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, social media, and web-based marketing programs.
• Willingness to work to improve professional effectiveness and personal technical skills.
• Ability to work as a member of a team; individual needs are subordinate to team goals. 
• Demonstrated effectiveness in written and oral communication, interpersonal, organizational, and team-building skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and an ability to build rapport with a culturally diverse workforce in a multicultural setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to coordinate, develop, and deliver educational/training programs.
• Verbal and written communication skills and effective public speaking skills including ability to communicate with individuals as well as groups.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands and changing needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to work with individuals and businesses in both 1:1 and group settings.
• Ability to learn and maintain current knowledge of complex program requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in a variety of current and emerging technology platforms. 

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

*updated 04/2024

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023