Project Coordinators

Project Coordinators

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Open Date  | 01/05/2026
Requisition Number  | PRN43945B
Job Title  | Project Coordinators
Working Title  | Training and Development Coordinator
Career Progression Track  | P00
Track Level  |
FLSA Code  | Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?  | No
Standard Hours per Week  | 40
Full Time or Part Time?  | Full Time
Shift  | Day
Work Schedule Summary  | Monday – Friday (Flexible)
VP Area  | President
Department  | 01491 - Assoc. VP Research Integrity
Location  | Campus
City  | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment  | External Posting
Pay Rate Range  | $40,000-60,500
Close Date  | 04/05/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)  | 01/31/2026
Job Summary  |
This is position is based in the Office of Research Education (REd) and support existing REd programming as well as new content for national audiences. At the University of Utah, REd leads the development and delivery of research education training for faculty, staff, and students. The individual hired for this position will manage and organize the registration and participation records for REd, coordinate class schedules, communicate with teachers and participants, facilitate classes and workshops, as well as ensure timely compensation for instructors. This hire will work closely with the REd team to execute the day-to-day operations of programmatic activities.

Responsibilities  |
This position will be responsible for using Qualtrics, Canvas, and Catalog platforms to organize enrollment and participant data. This position will monitor and review the effectiveness of existing organizational structure and record keeping and implement changes needed to ensure a high level of professionalism and content delivery. Above all, this hire will work to ensure a streamlined and positive outcome for all REd instructors and participants. Supports existing REd classes, workshops, and certificate programs. Hosts and facilitates REd classes as needed. Manages REd email accounts and directs messages to the appropriate staff member. Supports the development, distribution, and collection of surveys and evaluations materials to determine the success of REd classes and other activities. Maintains high standards for record keeping and database management. Works with IT and other support staff to resolve potential issues with class registration portal and fee collection software. Works closely with REd and other institutional staff to ensure that payment and other financial records are organized. Works to quickly to troubleshoot and resolve issues raised by participants or instructors in accessing Canvas, Zoom, or other class resources to achieve superior customer satisfaction. Organize and enhance Canvas layout and class templates. Compiles and organizes records of instructor and participant data. Supports effective management of online learning environments. Collects, analyzes, and summarizes enrollment and/or participant data to determine the efficacy and reach of marketing strategies.

Minimum Qualifications  |
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Project Coordinator, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences  |
Master’s degree Degree in a field such as Communications, Computer Science, Education, Linguistics, Data Science, Human Resource Management Experience with spreadsheets and databases 2 years experience in developing, conducting, and/or facilitating education and training programs Innovative with the ability to create sustainable connections within the University and national higher ed institutions is preferred Impeccable customer relation skills Experience with HTML or other web protocols Background with remote learning and/or online education Software and/or computer competency in learning management systems, such as Canvas Familiarity with, or strong interest, in platforms such as Catalog, Qualtrics, and Zoom Excellent organizational, writing, critical thinking, and communication skills 

Type  | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary  |
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: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.eduhttps://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

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