Utah State University Extension invites applications a Program Coordinator position. The Cultural Belonging (CUBE) Program aims to address program adaptation to improve Utah State University Extension efforts in serving communities from different backgrounds by providing foundational cultural pedagogy, core technical and personal competencies training, and support for culturally customized programming, promoting alignment with the unique needs of Utah's diverse population.

The CUBE Program Coordinator is a new position responsible for overseeing the implementation and coordination of the programing in USU extension offices and programs statewide.  This position works under the direction of the CUBE program statewide Director.

The coordinator will establish a systematic process for ongoing assessment of USU Extension areas' needs and create educational content or identify evidence-based options to address identified needs effectively.

This position is budgeted for 2 years, but may be longer contingent upon funding.

This position is telework eligible within the state of Utah.

• Establish and oversee CUBE's community network, facilitating connections with organizations and agencies.
• Organize cultural belonging workshops and develop outreach strategies for diverse communities.
• Handle extension programming requests on the CUBE platform, ensuring a transparent and efficient process.
• Support CHW's USU Extension network for practicum hours in cultural belonging programming through different extension settings and other organizations.
• Coordinate logistics and collaboration for CUBE's workgroup activities.
• Coordinate CUBE's Community Health Worker (CHW) team within Extension programs, focusing on culturally relevant educational content.
• Conduct needs assessments and data transformation for adaptive programming and training materials.
• Manage data collection, storage, and analysis to support program evaluation and reporting.
• Assist in developing educational content and coordinating CUBE initiatives with faculty and experts.
• Act as CUBE's liaison with community-based organizations and CHW State organizations.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, and support for CUBE's CHWs, including invoicing and training.
• Assist CUBE Director and Home and Community Grand County faculty with administrative tasks, scheduling, communication, and event coordination.
• Write and/or assist with writing grants and proposals as appropriate to the objectives and funding nature of the program(s).
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Utilize online platforms to manage and enhance communication, engagement, and support for program participants, ensuring timely and effective follow-up to address their needs and monitor their progress work is varied and may be undefined.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field such as public health, community health education, social work, sociology, psychology, cultural studies, education or other closely related fields, plus two years of relevant work experience; or a master’s degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education plus experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Spanish
• Experience in community health programming or related field, with a focus on cultural belonging and serving diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in grant writing, budgeting, and fiscal management.
• Familiarity with program evaluation and assessment methodologies.
• Strong understanding of cultural competency and experience working with diverse communities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Possess cultural humility and competency, demonstrating sensitivity, respect, and openness to diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives within the community
• Knowledge of principles and practices related to specific program.
• Knowledge of research and information gathering methods and procedures.
• If applicable, knowledge of grant development, implementation, budgeting, fiscal control, and reporting.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Skilled at records maintenance.
• Ability to lead and train staff and/or students.
• Ability to interact with communities, faculty and/or staff in a team environment.
• Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques.
• Ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports.
• Program specific knowledge, skills, and abilities as described in recruitment notices. 

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded to the Candidate profile

2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted into a text box at the end of the application

3. Contact information for three professional references

**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.

Utah State University Extension provides research-based programs and resources with the goal of improving the lives of individuals, families and communities throughout Utah. USU Extension operates through a cooperative agreement between the United States Department of Agriculture, Utah State University, and county governments.

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. 

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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

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