Project Assistant Jobs in Logan, UT (NOW HIRING)

The Staff Assistant performs a variety of administrative duties for the Center for Entrepreneurship under the direction of the Executive Director and Program Managers. Specific activities the Staff Assistant supports include lectures, competitions, planning, marketing, execution of events, and publicity for the Center. The Staff Assistant will provide administrative support for the SEED program which includes assisting the Program Coordinator with recruiting, selecting, training, and corresponding with student interns. In addition, the Staff Assistant manages all correspondence to board members and key business partners of the Center for Entrepreneurship.

• Performs office duties including answering phones, directing calls to appropriate parties, data entry, filing, and other general duties as assigned.
• Provides administrative support including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and maintaining office supplies.
• Greets and directs visitors to the Center to the appropriate people and resources.
• Sorts, screens, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Assists with the development and management of the center’s website.
• Manages the logistics of printing and distributing marketing materials for the center.
• Provides administrative support to the student Entrepreneurship Club when needed.
• Assists with the planning and execution of all center activities including workshops, competitions, lectures, conferences, Entrepreneurship Week, etc.
• Manages correspondence and logistics for guest speakers in the annual Entrepreneur Leadership Series.
• Assists with the selection, training, and management of interns working at the center.
• Provides administrative support to the Program Director of the SEED program including publicity, recruiting interns, managing logistics, coordinating with partners, and assisting with field operations.
• Manages all correspondence with key partners of the center including donors, board members, external partners, and partners of the SEED program.
• Assist with the preparation of budgets and reports for the center.
• Assists the Executive Director of the center with surveys, research, special projects, and programs to enhance the strength, visibility and overall success of the Center.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of experience; or an associate’s degree plus two years of experience; or bachelor's degree in related field required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent student service skills.
• Skilled with computers and software such as Word, Excel and Adobe Suite.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Experience with planning, marketing and executing activities and events.
• Skilled in creative problem solving.
• Skilled with basic office equipment including printers, copiers, and telephone systems.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential business data and personal information.
• Ability to work without close supervision to improve the center and its operations.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.

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

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

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.

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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. 

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*updated 07/2026

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In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Civil Rights & Title IX Office

Old Main Room 405

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

titleix@usu.edu

(435) 797-1266

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please 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 of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 08/2026