Program Coordinator II

Utah State University•Logan, UT

11h

About The Position

The Education Coordinator supports the Center’s daily functions and empowers students, staff, and partners to design and deliver impactful educational programs, events, and outreach initiatives representing various traditions, perspectives, and cultures. The primary responsibility of this position is to identify educational themes for the Center’s programming and develop educational materials founded on research and collaboration with knowledge experts. This role combines hands-on coordination with mentorship and teamwork, helping others bring ideas to life while ensuring programs run smoothly.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, intercultural studies, or a related field plus two years of experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience in higher education, student affairs, student engagement, or community outreach. (Master's degree preferred).
Proven Leadership & Empowerment: Demonstrated experience leading and supporting teams with a focus on collaboration, shared responsibility, and mutual growth. Skilled in making sound independent decisions, delegating to enable others to accomplish the desired result, and empowering others to take ownership of their work while modeling professionalism and accountability.
Team Development: Experienced in coaching and mentoring teams to achieve shared goals and foster individual success.
Program Development & Assessment: Strong background in developing, implementing, and evaluating educational and community-based programs to promote cultural awareness, education, and engagement.
Academic Research Experience: Demonstrated ability to conduct and apply academic research to inform program development, event content, and intercultural education initiatives. Skilled in identifying credible sources, synthesizing information, and translating scholarly work into accessible, relevant materials for general audiences.
Community & Partnership Building: Demonstrated ability to connect and collaborate with a broad array of individuals and groups, including students, faculty, staff.
Cultural Knowledge & Engagement: Deep understanding of cultural traditions, histories, and current issues. Experienced in working alongside cultural communities and organizations to create high-impact cultural programming. Passion for fostering intercultural understanding and collaboration among students and colleagues.
Communication & Outreach: Skilled in communicating clearly and persuasively across audiences, both in writing and in person. Comfortable adapting tone and style to meet the needs of students, colleagues, and external partners. Ability to work effectively within and across departments to advance shared goals and uphold the university's values of excellence, access, and respect.
Resource & Budget Management: Proven ability to manage multiple budgets effectively, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources and alignment with program goals. Working knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles to ensure accurate and transparent financial practices
Operational & Administrative Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other administrative tools used to manage events, budgets, and communications.
Commitment to supporting others' growth through guidance, advocacy, and mentorship.
Marketing & Visibility: Familiarity with marketing strategies and digital platforms to enhance program visibility and engagement.
Adaptability & Dependability: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing needs. Willingness to occasionally work evenings or weekends for events or projects.
Integrity & Confidentiality: Maintains the highest levels of discretion, professionalism, and ethical standards in all interactions and record-keeping.
Organization & Project Management: Superior organizational, problem-solving, and project management abilities with attention to both detail and big-picture outcomes.
Creativity & Flexibility: Resourceful and adaptable, able to respond thoughtfully to new challenges, priorities, and opportunities.
Research & Educational Rigor: Ability to develop programming and materials informed by credible research and best practices.
People-Centered Leadership: Focused on collaboration and shared success—helping others contribute their strengths to the Center's mission.

Nice To Haves

Grant Writing & Funding Support: Experience participating in grant-writing or funding development efforts to expand program capacity and sustainability

Responsibilities

Lead and support the planning, development, and execution of multiple simultaneous programs, workshops, celebrations, and events reflecting cultural values, heritages, and contemporary issues, ensuring they are accessible, well-organized, and community centered.
Identify and research educational themes to support the Center's programming.
Design interactive, experiential learning materials and programs to promote intercultural understanding and student engagement.
Work alongside team members and student leaders to turn ideas into actionable plans—offering structure, guidance, logistical support, and hands-on assistance throughout the process to ensure high-quality execution.
Identify opportunities for program growth and sustainability, including potential grants and partnerships to enhance the Center's impact.
Foster an environment to encourage belonging, curiosity, and mutual respect.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners to strengthen engagement and create shared initiatives.
Represent the Center in collaborative initiatives and community meetings, ensuring alignment with the Center's goals and values.
Act as a connector—linking people, ideas, and resources to support collective success.
Support individual and team development through constructive feedback, shared learning opportunities, and clear expectations for performance.
Oversee the assessment of programs and events by collecting feedback, tracking participation, and evaluating outcomes to support continuous improvement.
Prepare and present reports and data summaries to inform planning, decision-making, and strategic initiatives.
Manage program budgets responsibly, ensuring transparent and efficient use of financial resources.
Assist in identifying and securing external funding opportunities, including grants and sponsorships, to support program sustainability and growth.
Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the overall success of the Center and its mission.
May serve as proxy for the Director.