Program Coordinator 2

Overview

The Program Coordinator II will support the implementation and day-to-day coordination of the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Disability Grant project. The position will work closely with the Utah Assistive Technology Program (UATP), project partners, disability organizations, victim service providers, and other community stakeholders to improve the accessibility, safety, and responsiveness of services for survivors with disabilities. The Program Coordinator will coordinate project activities, training, partner communication, accessibility efforts, data collection, and grant deliverables. The position will also assist with developing resources and identifying assistive technology (AT) and accessibility strategies that can help organizations better serve survivors with disabilities.

This position is currently funded through September 30, 2029, with additional position duration contingent upon funding.

Exempt positions are eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, earn 22 days of paid vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, 50% tuition reduction for employees and dependents, competitive health benefits packages and a generous contribution into your retirement. View more information here: Summary of Benefits 2025-2026.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day activities, timelines, meetings, and deliverables associated with the OVW Disability Grant project.
• Maintain regular communication with project partners and participating organizations to support collaboration and timely completion of project activities.
• Coordinate and support trainings for victim service providers, disability organizations, advocates, and other community partners.
• Assist participating organizations with accessibility assessments and development of individualized accessibility improvement plans.
• Support implementation of pilot activities and accessibility improvements at participating organizations.
• Coordinate the development and distribution of project resources, toolkits, accessibility materials, and assistive technology resources.
• Help identify appropriate assistive technology and accessibility solutions that can improve communication, safety, and access to services for survivors with disabilities.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, training logistics, travel, materials, and other project-related activities.
• Track project activities, participation, outputs, and progress toward grant goals and objectives.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and assist with data collection and preparation of information needed for OVW progress and grant reports.
• Work closely with project leadership and the evaluation team to support evaluation and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Represent the project at meetings, trainings, conferences, and community outreach activities as assigned.
• Promote accessible communication practices, including plain language and accommodations for individuals with different communication and accessibility needs.
• Perform other project-related duties necessary to successfully implement the OVW Disability Grant.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in disability studies, social work, public health, rehabilitation, education, human services, psychology, sociology, communication, public administration, or a related field plus two years of experience; or a master's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in disability services, victim services, domestic violence or sexual assault services, assistive technology, accessibility, or related community-based programs.
• Experience coordinating federally funded grants or multi-partner projects.
• Experience organizing or delivering professional training and technical assistance.
• Experience collecting program data, tracking outcomes, and assisting with grant reporting.
• Experience collaborating with community-based organizations and multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and culturally responsive approaches.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or individuals with lived experience of violence or abuse.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with organizations, professionals, and community members.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities, deadlines, meetings, and project priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to accessibility, confidentiality, and respectful services for individuals with disabilities and survivors of violence.
• Ability and willingness to travel within Utah as needed for project activities, trainings, and partner meetings.
• Knowledge of disability accessibility, accommodations, assistive technology and accessible communication practices.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume/CV 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.

Names and contact information for at least three professional references to be provided at the beginning of your application in the candidate profile.

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

Advertised Salary

$42,408 - $44,000 (80% Time); Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits

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 Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP) is Utah’s federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The IDRPP opened its doors in 1972 and was the first UCEDD program in the U.S. to focus on the educational and social needs of children and adults with disabilities. Over the past 50 years the IDRPP has grown into one of the largest UCEDD programs in the nation and is recognized as a pioneer in research, training, technical assistance, and services for children and adults with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them.

The IDRPP is committed to hiring people with disabilities, veterans, and diverse individuals from all communities and backgrounds.  We value visible and invisible differences, and we recognize that diversity makes us stronger.  We welcome applicants who bring something different and unique to our organization.  We value creativity, loyalty, and hard work.  We believe that we can change the world and make it a better, more inclusive place for everyone, and we want to hire people who also believe that they can make a difference.

Mission:

We are working together to create inclusive communities and improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities and their families through sustainable innovation, collaborative research, responsive service, and interdisciplinary training and education.

Values:

We Innovate: We lead by developing dynamic, sustainable, forward-thinking programs and services.

We Include: We demonstrate how to effectively work toward inclusive communities in our planning, programs, and services. We celebrate diversity in ability, race, ethnicity, culture, language, gender, sexual orientation, politics, and religion.

We Collaborate: We forge partnerships. Working together makes us more effective and responsive to the current needs of our clients and communities.

We Care: We do what we do because we care. We are making the world a better place for people with disabilities and their families.

Funding Statement

The Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice is one of the largest research and outreach centers at USU, and we are largely funded through grants, contracts, and fee-for-service programs. All staff positions at the IDRPP are contingent upon funding, and all senior staff at the IDRPP with graduate degrees are responsible for helping to generate funding to support our operations and growth.

College 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 provides 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. 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. 

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