Program Coordinator Jobs in Layton, UT (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
08/24/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17413N
Job Title
Coordinator, Administrative Program
Working Title
Collegiate Recovery Coordinator
Career Progression Track
D
Track Level
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
29
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Variable
Work Schedule Summary
Monday-Friday 8-5 pm, some weekends or evenings. CCW operates with a Hybrid work schedule with the possibility to have 1-2 days remote dependent on job responsibilities, programming calendar, and other duties. This is at the discretion of the direct supervisor for any approval.
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
President
Department
00707 - Center for Campus Wellness
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$25.00 per hour
Close Date
10/24/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Center for Campus Wellness ( CCW ) is a comprehensive wellness office that provides wellness education, trainings and workshops; victim-survivor advocacy services and support; safer sex services for students; alcohol and other drug support services; wellness coaching; basic needs support; resource navigation; and student involvement opportunities.
This position will be committed to supporting the mission of the office by leading efforts to further develop, implement, and coordinate the Collegiate Recovery Program, Recovery at the U (RU). This position will assist in developing long and short-term goals, objectives, and strategic planning for the RU program. Approaching this position with a strong commitment to a student-centered, harm reductionist, strengths-based framework is integral for this role.
This position will actively work towards growing the RU community for students in recovery from alcohol and other drug use as well as prioritize campus-wide programming and education for harm reduction initiatives. This may include sober-centered events, educational workshops, support groups for members, and leadership opportunities for those in the RU community.
This position is a part of the CCW's Prevention and Education program team which is committed to taking a comprehensive and holistic approach to wellness promotion at the University of Utah. This team actively addresses collegiate wellness topics including but not limited to relationship and sexual violence, sexual wellness, mental wellness, alcohol and drug harm reduction, and more, using a primary and secondary prevention focus. This position will report directly to the Manager of Health Education Programs.
Applicants should be proficient in health education and promotion principles, best practices, and behavior change frameworks; have experience working with collegiate wellness initiatives; have experience with conducting needs assessments and other data collection strategies; and committed to a student-centered, harm-reduction, comprehensive approach to wellness education and promotion. Applicants should be committed to working with a diverse campus community whose experiences, backgrounds and perspectives may be different from their own.
As a larger CCW team, we prioritize our team's well-being and actively support each other in professional development efforts, engaging in self-care practices, and creating a positive and supportive team atmosphere that fosters growth. We operate with a hybrid work schedule which includes the possibility of 1-2 days for remote work pending job duties and approval from the direct supervisor. At various times of the year, remote working days may not be approved if on-campus priorities and programs require in-person attendance.
Mission of the Center for Campus Wellness
We support student well-being and success through holistic and comprehensive programs that center wellness, safety, and healing.
About Student Affairs
CCW is an office located within the Student Affairs division. Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students can participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.
Student Affairs is committed to grounding our programs, procedures, and policies for all students' success. Our expectation is that all employees are engaged in this work to create a welcoming environment that supports the success of both students and staff and ensures they have the opportunity to be fully incorporated into university life.
Responsibilities
30% Program development and delivery:

• Support the CSW's mission and values by developing and implementing RU initiatives, programs, and services.
• Recruit, welcome, and maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and vibrant recovery community centered in harm reduction.
• Develop RU programs, events and experiences for students that support recovery and address the wellbeing of the whole person (e.g., social, emotional, mental, financial, physical, intellectual).
• Support other efforts of the Prevention and Education team with wellness-related efforts that address harm reduction, mental health, violence prevention, and sexual wellness.

15% Service Delivery:

• Assist with the facilitation of services including: confidential HIV/STI testing clinics and sexual wellness counseling program. Facilitate the distribution of barrier methods, emergency contraception, and pregnancy tests to students.
• Provide Wellness Coaching and Harm Reduction Coaching to students. Provide Naloxone training to staff and students.
• Facilitate SMART Recovery meetings.

15% Mentorship, training, and support of student staff:

• Supervise and mentor RU student staff.
• Serve as Advisor to RSOs that support students in recovery.

15% Partnerships and collaboration:

• Assist students who are in relapse, seeking recovery and/or presenting with substance use/misuse concerns by connecting them to appropriate campus and/or community agencies.
• Coordinate space for campus and/or community based mutual aid support and psychoeducational groups such as AA, NA, ACOA, ALANON, OA, CODA, refuge recovery, smart recovery and other groups requested by students.
• Collaborate with campus and community departments and members to develop programs that improve retention and support students in recovery or who are seeking recovery

10% Program evaluation: Assess health education needs, trends and program impacts using appropriate assessment tools; including using primary and secondary data sources.
10% Training and professional development: Participate in mandatory on the job training and continuing education, including Naloxone training, B.A.S.I.C.S/Harm Reduction Coaching, Health & Wellness Coaching, and STI Risk Assessment/Counseling training. Understand and comply with confidentiality related policy and procedure (i.e., Utah Confidential Communications Act, FERPA).
5% Other duties as assigned.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Problem Solving
The problems and solutions encountered by this position vary depending on the area and structure of the department. This position frequently addresses problematic situations and often acts a mediator or a negotiator. A major task for this position is to understand the needs of the customers and determine what products and services should be provided to meet those needs.
Comments
The incumbent must be proficient in making daily operational decisions in assigned area to ensure compliance of current regulations and guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for one year of related work experience) plus one year directly related experience . Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content. Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Department Specific Qualifications

• Strong knowledge about addiction, substance use and recovery.
• Experience working with individuals in recovery from alcohol and other drug use.
• Ability to work with students and departments about sensitive topics.
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals whose backgrounds, identities, and experiences may be different from your own.

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Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
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