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Program Coordinator I

Utah State University
Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits
vacation time, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Utah, Logan
Feb 06, 2026


Program Coordinator I

Requisition ID: 2026-9901
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan | US-UT
Category: Program Management & Support
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Exempt
College: E Eccles Jones Coll of Ed & Hum Svs
Department: Inst for Disabil Res Policy & Pract
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits

Overview
Utah State University's Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP) is seeking a highly organized and proactive Program Coordinator I to manage and coordinate the continued growth of the EmployAbility Clinic. This position plays a key role in the planning, coordination, and implementation of the Paid Student Internship Program, with primary responsibility for managing the expansion of this program into Brigham City and surrounding communities.

The Program Coordinator I will oversee day-to-day administrative, operational, and coordination functions of a focused service-oriented program, ensuring effective collaboration among students, faculty, staff, Vocational Rehabilitation, employers, and community partners. This role requires strong project management, communication, and organizational skills to support sustainable program growth. The Program Coordinator I reports to EmployAbility Clinic leadership and may train, coordinate, and direct student employees, interns, and/or volunteers in support of program operations and expansion efforts.

This is an exempt, benefited position that can be hired between 75% - 100% time depending on program needs and the candidate selected.

This position requires travel to Brigham City, UT and surrounding areas during the week.

Exempt positions are eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, earn 22 days of paid vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, 50% tuition reduction for employees and dependents, competitive health benefits packages and a generous contribution into your retirement. View more information here: Summary of Benefits 2025-2026.

Responsibilities
Program Management & Expansion
  • Coordinate and manage the expansion of the Paid Student Internship Program into Brigham City and surrounding areas.
  • Develop implementation plans, timelines, and workflows to support program growth and sustainability.
  • Coordinate program logistics, schedules, and staffing across multiple sites.
  • Serve as the primary point of coordination between EmployAbility Clinic leadership, Vocational Rehabilitation, school partners, employers, and community agencies.
  • Monitor program activities to ensure alignment with program goals, policies, and funding requirements.

Program Coordination & Administration
  • Design, coordinate, and implement daily program operations and activities.
  • Facilitate and coordinate meetings, trainings, and special projects related to internship and employment services.
  • Coordinate activities of support staff, student employees, interns, consultants, and volunteers.
  • Collect, track, analyze, and maintain program data; prepare reports and maintain accurate records.
  • Monitor program expenditures and assist with budget tracking and fiscal coordination.
  • Draft, edit, and manage program correspondence, reports, handbooks, and other materials.
  • Assist with grant writing, reporting, and funding documentation as appropriate.
  • Maintain and update program materials and website content as needed.

Internship & Employment Coordination
  • Coordinate community partnerships and employer relationships to support internship placements.
  • Oversee internship logistics, including student placement, scheduling, transportation coordination, and site communication.
  • Ensure consistent implementation of program standards and expectations across internship sites.
  • Support data collection and outcome reporting related to internships and employment services.

Supervision & Training
  • Train, coordinate, and provide functional direction to student employees, interns, and/or volunteers.
  • Support onboarding, scheduling, and ongoing communication for staff and students involved in the internship program.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Coordinate employer and community outreach related to paid internships and employment opportunities.
  • Support public education efforts highlighting the value of inclusive employment.
  • Serve as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders to support program success.

Additional Duties
  • Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned to support program objectives.


Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
  • Associate degree plus two (2) years of related experience; or
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field; or
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Possess or be able to obtain within 60 days of employment, a current Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE) Certification.
  • Experience working with youth and/or adults with disabilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate complex programs or projects.
  • Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to make independent administrative and procedural decisions.
  • Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and timelines.
  • Proficiency with personal computers and standard software applications.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to collect, analyze, and report program data.
  • Ability to train, coordinate, and lead staff and students.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, employers, and community partners.
  • Knowledge of disability services, education, employment programs, or community-based initiatives preferred.
  • Ability to exercise discretion, problem-solving, and independent judgment in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with different clients and stakeholders.

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
  • Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV".
  • Names and contact information for at least three professional references to be provided at the beginning of your application in the candidate profile.

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

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits

ADA
Employees in this position work in both office and outdoor and indoor community settings. Indoors, employees are protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from occasional temperature changes. Outdoors, employees may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. The position regularly requires sitting and frequent computer use, which may involve repetitive hand motions. Employees may occasionally be required to bend or stoop.

College/Department Highlights
The Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP) is Utah's federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The IDRPP opened its doors in 1972 and was the first UCEDD program in the U.S. to focus on the educational and social needs of children and adults with disabilities. Over the past 50 years the IDRPP has grown into one of the largest UCEDD programs in the nation and is recognized as a pioneer in research, training, technical assistance, and services for children and adults with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them.

The IDRPP is committed to hiring people with disabilities, veterans, and diverse individuals from all communities and backgrounds. We value visible and invisible differences, and we recognize that diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applicants who bring something different and unique to our organization. We value creativity, loyalty, and hard work. We believe that we can change the world and make it a better, more inclusive place for everyone, and we want to hire people who also believe that they can make a difference.

Mission:

We are working together to create inclusive communities and improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities and their families through sustainable innovation, collaborative research, responsive service, and interdisciplinary training and education.

Values:

We Innovate: We lead by developing dynamic, sustainable, forward-thinking programs and services.

We Include:

We demonstrate how to effectively work toward inclusive communities in our planning, programs, and services. We celebrate diversity in ability, race, ethnicity, culture, language, gender, sexual orientation, politics, and religion.

We Collaborate:

We forge partnerships. Working together makes us more effective and responsive to the current needs of our clients and communities.

We Care:

We do what we do because we care. We are making the world a better place for people with disabilities and their families.

Funding Statement

The Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice is one of the largest research and outreach centers at USU, and we are largely funded through grants, contracts, and fee-for-service programs. All staff positions at the IDRPP are contingent upon funding, and all senior staff at the IDRPP with graduate degrees are responsible for helping to generate funding to support our operations and growth.

College Highlights

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 provides students with real-world service and research opportunities.

University Highlights
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

https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9901/program-coordinator-i/job?in_iframe=1

Notice of Non-discrimination
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 or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs 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 Matthew Pinner, 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
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov


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