Program Coordinator I - Individual Placement Coordinator One Utah Service Fellowship (Taylorsville)

About the role

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+). The One Utah Service Fellowship (OUSF) Community Placement Coordinator (Program Coordinator I) oversees the placement of AmeriCorps/OUSF Fellows with non-profit, federal, state, and locally focused projects around the state of Utah.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility Number: 1

  • Ranks: 1
  • Percent: 80%
  • Coordinates the OUSF Community Placement program (Summer of Service, Year of Service, and Youth Engagement Support Program).
  • Oversees the full lifecycle of OUSF Community Placement applications, ensuring compliance with program guidelines and AmeriCorps requirements.
  • Designs, implements, and continuously improves Community Placement operational procedures, including member onboarding, orientation, training, and professional development strategies.
  • Provides strategic leadership and technical guidance to partner site supervisors and OUSF AmeriCorps Community Placement members to ensure alignment with program goals and compliance standards.
  • Learns and implements ongoing evaluation of program performance by monitoring goals, outputs, and outcomes, and implementing data-informed improvements to enhance impact.
  • Develops and expands program capacity by mentoring members, facilitating training opportunities, coordinating networking events, and promoting best practices across service sites.
  • Manages logistical planning for Community Placement activities, including the coordination of travel, reimbursements, and per diem support related to member training and development.
  • Promotes OUSF Community Placements through coordinated communications strategies with public relations and marketing teams across organizations.
  • Safeguards operational consistency across Community Placement programs by aligning practices with OUSF staff and administrative leadership.
  • Represents the program in professional conferences, trainings, and statewide meetings to enhance operations, foster innovation, and build collaborative relationships.
  • Conducts regular site visits to partner service locations throughout Utah, ensuring alignment with program goals and quality assurance standards.
  • Liaises with USU Student Affairs Business Services to ensure efficient onboarding and exit procedures for AmeriCorps members in accordance with institutional and federal guidelines.

• Responsibility Number: 2

  • Ranks: 2
  • Percent: 20%
  • Strategic Program Support
  • Collaborates with the Program Director on long-term planning, sustainability strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives for the OUSF program.
  • Leads or supports the development of grant proposals and funding applications in alignment with programmatic objectives; may contribute to fundraising initiatives.
  • Manages OUSF MarCom Fellow over content creation and updates for the program's digital presence, including website content and social media in collaboration.
  • Authors and edits a wide range of internal and external communications materials such as training manuals, newsletters, promotional brochures, and educational publications.
  • Conducts research, analyzes data, and prepares presentations or reports to support executive decision-making, policy development, and strategic planning.
  • Provides leadership in the planning and execution of program initiatives and events, ensuring alignment with AmeriCorps regulations and institutional priorities.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience; OR an associate degree/technical training plus two years of experience; OR a bachelor's degree, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Knowledge of AmeriCorps/National Service and program management preferred.

• Experience developing partnerships with federal, state, and non-profit organizations for internship placements preferred.

• Experience working with diverse populations.

• Associates or Bachelor's degree

• National Service Alum

Required Documents

• Along with the online application, please attach:

  • Resume 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

  • Answer the following questions within the application:

    • How do you prioritize tasks and handle multiple responsibilities or projects simultaneously?

    • Are there specific aspects of this role's responsibilities that particularly excite you or align with your career goals?

    • What attracted you to our organization and this role?

    • Have you successfully completed at least (1) Term of National Service (AmeriCorps or Peace Corps, please include the Program, Position, Minimum Term completed.)