Utah State University Extension in Iron County is seeking a motivated professional to support and strengthen our community-based programming and office operations in Cedar City. This full-time, benefited position plays an essential role in advancing Extension initiatives that serve individuals, families, youth, and agricultural stakeholders throughout the county. The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience in program coordination, organizational management, or community engagement, along with the ability to manage responsibilities independently while contributing meaningfully to a collaborative team environment.

The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to balance multiple priorities. Occasional evening and weekend commitments are necessary to support Extension events and outreach efforts. Work schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., based in the USU Extension Office in Cedar City. This is an opportunity to apply your professional expertise in a mission-driven organization dedicated to education, outreach, and community impact.

• Performs office duties, including answering phones, directing calls to appropriate parties, data entry, filing, appointment scheduling, and other general duties as assigned.
• Provides administrative support, including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings/conferences, ordering, and organizing office materials/supplies.
• Greets and directs visitors in a friendly, professional manner with the objective of meeting needs.
• Sorts, screens, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail/newsletters or other correspondence.
• Compose and word-processes various standard documents, messages, and reports.
• Works with other staff assistant to ensure website and social media content is reviewed and updated regularly.
• Maintains office social media accounts.
• Provides identified program support to assigned faculty and/or staff.
• Supports faculty with programming, logging, and organizing data, reviewing, and organizing papers/outlines for programs, advisory groups and county/USU administrative reports.
• Arranges maintenance of office equipment and fleet vehicles.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Skilled with technology and related software usage.
• Effectively meet and implement University and county policies and procedures and fiscal accountability requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of experience in an office setting or an associate degree/vocational training with related experience required.
• Must have a working knowledge of and skill to work with Microsoft Office Suite programs, especially Excel, and ability to navigate online survey design software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graphics design (e.g. Canva) for flyers and social media outlets
• Basic understanding of spoken/written Spanish language
• A good understanding of Extension efforts in Horticulture and Agriculture/Natural Resources.
• Appreciation of USU Extension and its mission within major program areas (i.e. Agriculture/Natural Resources, Horticulture/Water Wise Landscaping, Family and Consumer Sciences, and 4-H Youth Development).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must have ability to greet and serve the public and exemplify strong customer service skills.
• Confident operating basic office equipment- printers, copiers, scanners, telephone systems.
• Ability to multi-task and effectively manage office, customers, faculty, and staff inquiries and requests for assistance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential business data and personal information.
• Capacity to work with minimum supervision.

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. Letters of recommendation from at least 3 professional references to be typed at the beginning of the application

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

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).
This position requires moderate physical effort. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, including lifting up to 25 pounds, walking and standing. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

USU Extension in Iron County has a strong presence in local communities, providing a wide range of programs that support residents throughout the county. Our work includes robust offerings in 4-H, home and community, horticulture, and agriculture, all designed to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our office culture is collaborative, welcoming, and deeply focused on identifying and responding to the needs of Iron County residents. We are committed to serving everyone to the best of our ability by delivering programs and information that are research-based, science-backed, and proven to make a positive impact.

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

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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

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U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 10/2025