The ADRC Community Development Coordinator will assist the Director of the Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Research Center at Utah State University and the Program Coordinator in planning and helping with our summer events, attending conferences and other community events where they will advertise our services and research registry, interacting with the community to build connections and relationships, and giving presentations to community partners. The position will perform a combination of program-related and/or administrative functions that support ADRC programs. This position will require travel to and from events and organizations to facilitate and build community relationships throughout Northern Utah. This position will require regular on campus meetings in Logan, UT.

• Becoming a volunteer of the Alzheimer's Association (our community partner)
• Promoting the center's community events
• Co-organizing and attending community events
• Assisting with recruitment of participants to the research registry and to specific ongoing research studies
• Establishing new community partners in rural areas (via phone, Zoom, and email)
• Assisting with social media and other public relations opportunities/materials
• Writing personalized cards to individuals who have supported the center
• Assisting with organizational/promotional tasks associated with the Dementia Caregiver Clinic

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Ability to take initiative and work without close supervision.
• Ability to meet regularly on Utah State University campus for in-person meetings.
• Ability to travel throughout northern Utah.
• Ability to plan and execute events related to the ADRC.
• Ability to develop and present ADRC-related materials to various stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate clearly with researchers and service providers.
• Ability to build community relationships.
• Ability to make routine decisions.
• Skilled with basic office equipment, including printers, copiers, and telephone systems.
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Database entry skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a memory care setting.
• Pre-Health Major.
• Previous work experience in a field related to aging or Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.
• Previous work experience interacting with community members and stakeholders.
• Has established contacts with memory care facilities in Cache Valley.

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your 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.

The Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Research Center at Utah State University is housed within the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services. The Center supports research, services, and education in collaboration with many departments at USU and other entities across the state.

The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is committed to inclusive excellence in research, teaching, and service activities across a wide array of education and human service fields. The college is home to eight academic departments with approximately 200 faculty who are engaged in innovative research and high-quality graduate and undergraduate education. The college’s programs and outreach missions are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers. Faculty, students, and staff within the college also engage with a broad range of community partners to both provide opportunities for community-engaged research and learning and enhance the quality of education and human service programs throughout the state of Utah.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. 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.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. 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. 

*updated 02/2025

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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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