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Program Assistant III

Utah State University
Minimum $43,000 at 1.00 FTE; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
United States, Utah, Vernal
Mar 06, 2026
Program Assistant III Requisition ID: 2026-9964 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Vernal Category: Program Management & Support Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Non-Exempt College: E Eccles Jones Coll of Ed & Hum Svs Department: Human Development & Family Studies Advertised Salary: Minimum $43,000 at 1.00 FTE; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits Overview Utah State University (USU) seeks a Program Assistant III to support the implementation and day-to-day coordination of the Preschool Development Grant Project within the Human Development and Family Studies Department. This position will be located in the Uintah Basin region of Utah and will work closely with local community partners in that area. The project collaborates with the Uintah School District to strengthen early childhood education programs and track project progress. The Program Assistant III works closely with project faculty, the program manager, and community partners to coordinate activities, maintain documentation, and support project operations. The position reports to the program manager and provides guidance to hourly employees. This benefited position works 30 hours per week (.75 FTE). Continued employment is contingent upon performance and ongoing funding. This position is telework-eligible within the state of Utah. Responsibilities 75% Community Partnership & Program Coordination The Program Assistant III serves as a primary point of contact between the USU project team and an assigned community partner in rural Utah. The role involves independent work within established project guidelines and procedures. Responsibilities include: Assisting with the development, routing, and revision of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) in collaboration with the community partner and in accordance with USU processes. Coordinating project planning, implementation, and tracking of milestones and deliverables for both USU and community partner staff. Monitoring progress toward MOU-defined responsibilities and preparing updates for Utah DHHS during monthly and quarterly reporting cycles. Coordinating daily operational activities related to the community partnership, including scheduling, logistics, and communication on behalf of the project team. Collecting, organizing, and summarizing program-specific data (e.g., participant counts, observation scores, satisfaction metrics) to support program improvement and reporting requirements. Preparing and maintaining project documentation, reports, and records related to the assigned community partner. Drafting written summaries of data and MOU-related activities for distribution to USU, Utah DHHS, the community partner, and other stakeholders. Reviewing community partner budget requests for completeness and alignment with project guidelines prior to submission to Utah DHHS and USU purchasing. Representing USU at community partner events-including summer STEM camps-to provide on-site coordination and support within established project plans. 25% General Project Support Monitoring budgets and processing purchasing requests for the assigned community partner in accordance with Utah DHHS and USU policies. Coordinating the hiring process for summer STEM camp teachers and ensuring compliance with USU policies and required trainings. Organizing meetings, trainings, and events, including preparing materials and coordinating follow-up with the community partner. Contributing to project-wide dissemination efforts such as presentations, reports, and publications involving multiple community partners. Performing other duties as assigned to support overall project goals. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Four years of experience; or an associate degree/technical training plus two years of experience; or a bachelor's degree. Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., social sciences, education, public administration). Experience working with families or community programs in rural settings. Familiarity with research, evaluation, or community-based programming. 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" Contact information for three professional references Cover Letter to be typed/pasted into a text box at the end of the application Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary Minimum $43,000 at 1.00 FTE; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. This position requires moderate physical activity, including the handling of objects up to 25 pounds and/or standing or walking more than one hour per day. College/Department Highlights The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is committed to inclusive excellence in research, teaching, and service activities across a wide array of education and human service fields. The college is home to eight academic departments with approximately 200 faculty who are engaged in innovative research and high-quality graduate and undergraduate education. The college's programs and outreach missions are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Research Center, Center for the School of the Future, Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice, National Center for Hearing Assessment & Management, and the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. Faculty, students, and staff within the college also engage with a broad range of community partners to both provide opportunities for community-engaged research and learning and enhance the quality of education and human service programs throughout the state of Utah. The Department of Human Development and Family Studies is in the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services. Departmental degrees offered include: BS/BA: Human Development and Family Studies; MS: Human Development and Family Studies MMFT: Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (non-thesis degree) MRFT: Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy MHDFS: Master of Human Development and Family Studies (non-thesis degree); PhD in Human Development and Family Studies. A Early Childhood Certificate. A Gerontology Certificate. The department has 22 faculty members, over 300 undergraduate majors, and 48 graduate students. The department is committed to optimizing the lives of individuals, families, and communities through excellence in research, teaching, and extension. Our nationally recognized faculty lead research, instructional, and outreach efforts in the areas of marriage and family relations, human development from infancy to later life, early childhood education, and marriage and family therapy. Units within the department include the Adele and Dale Young Child Development Laboratory, which provides service for children and families, research, and training pre-professionals; the Dolores Dor Eccles Center for Early Care and Education provides high quality day care services and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children; the Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic (MFT) provides therapy services to individuals, couples, and families; and Housing and Financial Counseling (HFC) services, which provides programs for first time home buyers, reverse mortgages, and debt management. The department is a proud partner of Cooperative Extension at Utah State University. Our faculty provide a variety of evidence-based family life education programs across the state. Signature program areas include stepfamily education, healthy relationships, and parenting. 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/9964/program-assistant-iii/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. 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