Project Coordinator

at  Utah State University

Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Part-time Project Coordinator to join the Tri-County Vaccine Improvement Program (TC-VIP). This grant-funded initiative aims to enhance the uptake of adult vaccines through evidence-based programs, with a particular focus on outreach to the Hispanic community.

• Coordinate outreach and training activities with key partners and community members, especially within the Hispanic community.
• Monitor the progress of project activities, ensuring alignment with program goals.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive records of project activities.
• Prepare periodic and ad hoc reports for the investigator, administrators, funding agencies, and regulatory bodies.
• Location: Must reside in the Vernal or Roosevelt, Utah area.
• Language: Bilingual applicants who speak Spanish are highly preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in project coordination or a related field is beneficial.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health by improving vaccine access and education. If you’re passionate about community health and have the skills to support our mission, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating outreach and training activities.
• Assist with administration vaccine training events for healthcare providers and the public.
• Develop vaccine education medial including videos, flyers, social media posts, and others to promote general knowledge and uptake of vaccines.
• Assist with data collection and evaluation.
• Collaborate with USU Extension and key partners to develop and host vaccine uptake programs.
• Plan and implement monthly vaccine education events.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of professional experience working in project coordination
• Basic understanding of health education and promotion principles
• Must be able to work effectively with staff, community partners, and the public
• Basic Computer skills (Microsoft Applications, Google Drive, Gmail, Social Media)
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Afternoon & Evening schedule that is open and/or flexible

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organization and planning skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, good follow-through
• Ability to work with little supervision
  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”
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.
Advertised Salary: $15.00 per hour ADA:
Employees work indoors and are 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. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
College/Department 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 provide 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, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. 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 reasonable accommodations 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.

• Coordinating outreach and training activities.
• Assist with administration vaccine training events for healthcare providers and the public.
• Develop vaccine education medial including videos, flyers, social media posts, and others to promote general knowledge and uptake of vaccines.
• Assist with data collection and evaluation.
• Collaborate with USU Extension and key partners to develop and host vaccine uptake programs.
• Plan and implement monthly vaccine education events.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings