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The One Utah Service Fellowship (OUSF) Program Assistant (Program Assistant III) will assist with the management of the One Utah Service Fellowship Program and AmeriCorps grant. This position works under the direction of the OUSF Program Director. This will be an in-office position with a hybrid option available after 120 days of employment. Periodic travel to host partner sites is required. This is a permanent position that is contingent on continued grant and state appropriated funding.

The One Utah Service Fellowship (OUSF) project aims to address Utah's critical needs while improving the preparation for and prospects of success in post-secondary education or training for young adults (18+) by providing meaningful service opportunities (100-1,700 hours) in Healthy Futures, Education, and Capacity Building.  This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah.

Responsibility Number: 1 Rank: 1 Percent: 75%
Assists OUSF Director in administration of compliance of the OUSF Program and AmeriCorps grant.

• Ensure that the One Utah Service Fellowship program operates in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including labor laws, grant requirements, and non-profit standards.
• Oversee the completion and submission of all necessary documentation, including reports, background checks, and other compliance-related materials.
• Develop and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Conduct regular audits to assess program compliance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure corrective actions are taken when necessary.
• Provide training and support to program staff and fellows on compliance-related issues, including safety, confidentiality, and reporting.
• Work closely with the Program Director to address any compliance concerns that may arise during the course of the fellowship
• Designs and maintains processes and procedures, including member orientation, training, and member development.
• Respond to regional program coordinators, site supervisors, and members' general emails in the OUSF email.
• Complies, sorts, and organizes data for entry into a database, distributes program information, and conducts program research.
• Oversee the completion and submission of all necessary documentation, including reports, background checks, and other compliance-related materials.
• Provide training and support to program staff and fellows on compliance-related issues, including safety, confidentiality, and reporting.
• Work closely with the Program Director to address any compliance concerns that may arise during the course of the fellowship.

Responsibility Number: 2 Rank: 2 Percent: 25%
Assists OUSF Director in the continuous improvement, sustainability, and planning of the program.

• May maintain and create content for program website.
• Writes, edits, and coordinates development of promotional materials, educational materials, training manuals, newsletters, and/or brochures, as appropriate to the program.
• Assists with program planning and implementation.
• Provide support and assistance, as needed, to the OUSF Director.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Four (4) years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. 2 years experience and 2 years post high-school education).

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of AmeriCorps member program management preferred.
• National Service Alum

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

Along with the online application, please attach:

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

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Work Environment, Physical, and Mental Demands: Setting: Office , hybrid
Work Hours: Standard hours with some flexibility
Fast-paced and Teamwork oriented.

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 in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

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 07/2026

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Old Main Room 405

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

titleix@usu.edu

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U.S. Department of Education

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U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

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