Utah State University Extension is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to lead planning and coordination for the annual Opioid Response and Harm Reduction Conference, serving Tribal communities, rural populations, and high-risk occupations across Utah.

This grant-funded position focuses on conference logistics, partner outreach, scheduling, speaker coordination, and limited training support. The Coordinator will work closely with USU Extension faculty, Tribal partners, public health agencies, and community organizations to ensure a high-quality, culturally responsive conference that supports overdose prevention and harm reduction efforts.

Applicants with experience working with Tribal communities, rural stakeholders, or substance use prevention initiatives are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is hybrid work eligible within the state of Utah. 

Conference Planning & Coordination

• Coordinate all aspects of the annual opioid response and harm reduction conference, including timelines, schedules, speakers, and logistics.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for speakers, panelists, exhibitors, and partner organizations.
• Manage session scheduling, speaker confirmations, and day-of conference coordination.
• Support venue coordination (virtual and/or in-person), registration processes, and event communications.

Outreach & Partner Engagement

• Conduct targeted outreach to Tribal partners, rural organizations, and high-risk occupation groups to support conference participation.
• Maintain ongoing communication with key partners to ensure alignment with community priorities.
• Assist with promotion efforts, including coordination of flyers, email outreach, and social media content.

Program Support & Trainings

• Provide logistical support for occasional overdose prevention or harm reduction trainings connected to the conference or program goals.
• Assist faculty and trainers with scheduling, materials, and participant coordination.
• Support culturally appropriate engagement with Tribal and rural audiences.

Administrative & Reporting Duties

• Track conference activities, attendance, and partner engagement.
• Maintain organized records and documentation required by program leadership and funding agencies.
• Assist with preparation of brief reports, summaries, and evaluation data as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of professional experience in program coordination, event planning, or conference support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Tribal communities, rural populations, or public health programs strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilites

• Knowledge of opioid overdose prevention, harm reduction, or substance use prevention is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office, Google Drive, email, and social media).
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.

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. 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. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 

The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is home to eight departments and is committed to providing the best learning opportunities and educational research in the state of Utah. Our programs are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. The college offers clinical services to the community across the human lifespan and provide students with real-world service and research opportunities.

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.

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