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High School Engagement Initiative (HSEI) Program Administrator

Utah State University, Logan, UT, United States


Overview

The College of Arts and Sciences seeks a motivated and collaborative Program Coordinator to support the launch of a new High School Engagement Initiative (HSEI). This pilot program is designed to strengthen partnerships between Utah State University and secondary schools across Utah through faculty classroom visits, teacher–faculty workshops, and outreach activities that support college readiness and broaden access to higher education.
The coordinator will play a central role in designing, organizing, and implementing the initiative in collaboration with faculty and department leadership in English and Mathematics & Statistics. This role will help shape the structure and long-term potential of the initiative and is ideal for someone who is highly organized, communicates effectively across educational settings, and is excited about building meaningful connections between K–12 schools and higher education.
This is a temporary position ending in June 2027. This position will be full-time (40 hours per week) through the summer and move to part-time (30 hours per week) in the school year.

Responsibilities

Coordinate implementation of the High School Engagement Initiative in collaboration with program leadership

Serve as a primary point of contact between USU faculty, department heads, and participating middle and high schools

Develop and manage communication with teachers, school partners, and faculty participants

Plan and organize teacher–faculty workshops and related outreach events

Facilitate scheduling and logistics for faculty visits to secondary classrooms

Support faculty in developing and preparing classroom presentations and instructional materials

Coordinate travel, materials, and outreach resources (including ordering instructional materials and program items)

Develop and maintain website and communication content for the initiative

Conduct site visits to support program implementation and gather feedback

Assist in designing and implementing program assessment, including data collection and reporting

Attend regular planning meetings and contribute to ongoing program development

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, English, Communication, Secondary Education, or a related field

Experience working in Utah K–12 schools or with secondary educators

Demonstrated experience working across both K–12 and higher education settings

Established connections with Utah teachers, schools, or districts

Experience coordinating events

Familiarity with college readiness efforts, concurrent enrollment, or K–12–higher education partnerships

Strong organizational and project management skills

Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills across diverse audiences

Ability to work collaboratively while managing projects independently

Experience with program assessment, data collection, or evaluation

Experience developing web or outreach communication materials

Required Documents

Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"

Name and contact information for 2 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile

Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary
$25-35/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.

College/Department Highlights
The College of Arts & Sciences is a vibrant college where students are inspired to explore, lead, and make an impact. Here, science, humanities, and the arts intersect to empower students with durable skills, hands-on experiences, and lifelong knowledge. We foster discovery, support creativity, and offer rich academic experiences that prepare students to face tomorrow’s challenges. Join a community that values curiosity, collaboration, and your unique path forward. ( artsci.usu.edu ).

University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, USU 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, including a main campus in Logan and multiple residential campuses. USU encourages diversity and has a range of programs and partnerships to support students and communities.

Discrimination Notice and Title IX Contacts
Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment. It provides equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and Title IX, contact:

Matthew Pinner, Executive Director, Civil Rights & Title IX Office, matthew.pinner@usu.edu, 435-797-1266, Old Main Rm. 401D, 1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

Cody Carmichael, Title IX Coordinator, cody.carmichael@usu.edu, 435-797-1266, Old Main Rm. 402D, 1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov; U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

Updated 12/2025; updated 10/2025

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