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Education Specialist II

Utah State University
Minimum $52,100 commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits
United States, Utah, Logan
Feb 08, 2026
Education Specialist II Requisition ID: 2026-9914 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Teaching (non-Faculty) Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: Provost & Executive Vice President Department: School of Graduate Studies Advertised Salary: Minimum $52,100 commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits Overview The School of Graduate Studies at Utah State University invites applications for a Graduate Teaching and Professional Development Specialist. This position plays a central role in preparing graduate students for excellence in teaching, supporting graduate student academic and professional success, and advancing graduate and faculty professional development related to teaching and learning. The successful candidate will design, teach, and coordinate required Graduate Teaching Training courses for graduate graders, teaching assistants, and instructors, provide academic skills development and support for graduate students (e.g. writing for success, time management, professional communication), and contribute to professional development initiatives for faculty aligned with best practices in higher education. This position requires demonstrated expertise in instruction, course design, and university-level professional development, grounded in the scholarship of learning and instructional design. Responsibilities Instructs and coordinates required graduate teaching training for graduate graders, teaching assistants, and instructors. Designs, develops, and updates curriculum using instructional design principles and evidence-based pedagogy. Delivers graduate student academic and professional success programming (e.g., planning, writing, time management, communication, mentorship). Will perform surveys to determine student requests and professional development needs at USU. Supports graduate professional development related to teaching effectiveness, instructional design, and inclusive pedagogy. Assesses program outcomes and participates in continuous program improvement. Collaborates with academic units and campus partners to support teaching and learning initiatives. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in education, instructional design, higher education, or a closely related field. Experience with university-level instruction and curriculum development. Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design and the scholarship of teaching and learning. Preferred Qualifications PhD in relevant field. Experience providing graduate teacher training or faculty professional development. Experience with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) and educational technologies. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of evidence-based teaching practices and pedagogy. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to design, deliver, and assess professional training programs. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across units. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Resumeto be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10" Letter(s) of Recommendation to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10" Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary Minimum $52,100 commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits ADA Employee generally works indoors and is 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. On occasion, the employee is required to walk to locations on campus other than the primary workspace and may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. College/Department Highlights 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/9914/education-specialist-ii/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 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-542db16a5233394a8c8dbdaf7cdd3722