The Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University seeks an individual who is strong on being pro-active and taking initiative, possesses strong organizational skills, and who is willing to work hard to deliver the global programs of the school.

The Program Director of Global Learning in the Huntsman School of Business is listed as a Program Coordinator III position. The Program Director oversees, manages, and provides strategic guidance to the broad portfolio of global learning experiences and acumen abroad programs in the Huntsman School. Currently, there are over 14 programs and almost 350 students who participate in these programs each year in over a dozen countries, including SEED programs and international internship opportunities. Program offerings continue to increase. The Program Director is directly involved in facilitating all of these programs.

The Program Director reports to the Director of Global Learning in the Huntsman School and supervises the Program Coordinator of Global Learning.

Program Development – 70%

• Meet with faculty early each summer to design and coordinate program plans, understand academic and cultural program objectives, determine risks and/or constraints, assure compliance, etc.
• Negotiate contracts/agreements with travel providers/vendors to correctly price programs.
  • Develop and maintain a global network of travel providers/vendors.
  • Identify and work with global academic centers for acumen abroad courses.
• Develop and manage program budgets throughout the entire program.
  • Determine price point for each program and minimum number of student participants, accounting for coverage of program leader travel expenses.
  • Maintain excellent records and receipts, providing such to business services in a timely manner.
• Effectively liaise with appropriate USU departments and offices to ensure effective delivery of each program. This includes maintaining a presence on the USU International Travel Oversight Committee (ITOC).
• Implement program and travel logistics.
  • Follow critical financial policies and procedures.
  • Understand visa requirements and provide detailed information and instructions.
  • Work in a timely manner so that all logistics are delivered efficiently and on time in-country.
• Develop and manage international internship opportunities, understanding available options, third party providers, working with established global networks, etc.

Risk Management – 20%

• Develop and update policies and procedures appropriate to ensuring effective delivery and health and safety of students and faculty/staff program leaders.
  • Annual update of Program Leaders’ Policy and Procedures Manual.
  • Communicate policies and procedures to program leaders.
• Conduct Health and Safety presentations to all groups traveling, presenting in each orientation course.
  • Maintain and update the Canvas Health and Safety Modules on an annual basis.
  • Work with faculty to make these available on their Canvas courses.
• Monitor risk situations in program countries, tracking medical and security issues around the global.
• Participate in the USU International Travel and Oversight Committee (ITOC) as the representative of the Huntsman School of Business.

General Unit Management – 10%

• Coordinate all office services.
• Supervise Program Coordinator I who is responsible for marketing (including website), recruitment and application management, supervision of student assistant, serves as liaison with business services to ensure submitted documentation for p-card and travel authorization and reimbursement processing as well as monthly financial statements, provides general program support including management of ACCT 2020 acumen abroad program, BUS 2000 offerings, program events, etc.
• Oversee updating of office procedures manual and annual IEE Open Doors report.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 2 years related professional work experience or equivalent combination of education plus experience.
• Demonstrated experience in budget development and management.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• International experience.
• Willingness to be available outside of office hours to director, deans, program leaders, and students (24/7).
• Demonstrated strong work ethic.
• Demonstrated ability to network with global business and organizational leaders.
• Strong technical skills in Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Ability to travel internationally if needed (but is not guaranteed) for
  • Occasional in-country program support.
  • Attendance at international conferences.
  • Program and logistics development.
• Strong organizational skills with good attention to details, large and small.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with USU policies and procedures.
• Experience working in an academic environment, understanding academic requirements, etc.
• Experience with Salesforce database.
• Experience in international education and programming.
• Second language fluency.

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 uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”

**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.

We believe that the best leaders dream big, prepare, take risks, create value, and give back. The Huntsman School provides unique learning experiences that develop these characteristics, preparing students to become leaders who leave the world better than they found it.

We started as the first business school in the West and have a proud legacy, but we’re not done yet. We strive each year to “Dare Mighty Things,” to honor the Huntsman name by putting our students first and developing programs that align with values such as ethical leadership and entrepreneurial spirit. We see successful outcomes of this approach in the lives of our students and alumni every day. We invite you to become a part of our aspirational journey.

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 over 29,800 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 educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

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 recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. 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 a reasonable accommodation 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 12/2025

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, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

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:

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

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 10/2025