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Health & Wellness Prevention Coordinator

Utah State University
$20.00 / hr
remote work
United States, Utah, Logan
Jun 27, 2026
Health & Wellness Prevention Coordinator Requisition ID: 2026-10471 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT Category: Extension Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: Extension Department: Extension Home & Community Advertised Salary: $20.00 an hour Overview The Health & Wellness Prevention Coordinator is a 12-month position beginning July 15, 2026, and renewable through June 30, 2029. The position supports the coordination and implementation of the Be Epic, Escape the Vape program in partnership with USU Extension and HEART faculty in Grand County. Continued employment through June 30, 2029, is contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued grant funding. This position offers a flexible work environment, including opportunities for remote work (e.g., work from home) as well as in-person programming with youth, parents, educators, and community partners. The coordinator will assist in administering a local grant focused on preventing youth vaping and e-cigarette use in Moab and Grand County. Key responsibilities include planning, organizing, and implementing prevention programs and events; coordinating trainings; supporting grant administration and budgeting; collecting and reporting program data; and maintaining project records. Under the direction of the Project Director, the coordinator will help develop and deliver parent prevention education, build and strengthen community partnerships, promote program activities, and collaborate with schools and local organizations to provide prevention education for youth, parents, and educators. To learn more about the Be Epic, Escape the Vape program, visit extension.usu.edu/be-epic. Responsibilities Support and provide implementation of a vape/e-cigarette prevention trainings for youth, parents, and teachers. Plan, organize, present, promote, and supervise special events or outreach activities (e.g., education events, teacher trainings, youth trainings, etc.). Modify and support development of prevention events. Establish working relationship with key partners, schools, and prevention coalitions. Monitor local budget provided for trainings and other grant activities. Promote trainings and events through social media and other marketing tools. Create vape prevention social media content. Work with staff and with community partners, schedule meetings, arrange travel, schedule community and teacher development activities and programs for youth and other project related functions. Assists with technical writing for project activities. Prepare reports, financial statements and records on program status and progress for management and the sponsor agency. Assist with data entry and analysis. Assist with writing and editing project related reports and promotional or educational materials. Engage in evidence-based prevention trainings, professional development, and other opportunities as available. Support the civil right mandate of Utah State University Extension. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience; or an associate degree in social work, psychology, public health, education, project management, or a related field Experience in recruiting, supervising, and working with youth Demonstrated ability to gather, interpret, and integrate evaluation data Basic computer skills- Word, Excel and Internet Access to reliable transportation to and ffrom work sites Flexible schedule; some weekend and evening work is required Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Health, Health Education and Promotion, Psychology, Social Work or a related field Leadership and program implementation experience in a health-related field Experience navigating grant or governmental program implementation, finances, and reporting Experience and skills in social media promotion and other forms of online marketing and relationship building Background and skill in data use and/or collection Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong interpersonal, oral, and written skills Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently Ability to lead group planning, discussions, and public presentations Understand public health initiatives, regulations, trends and emerging issues Ability to set, track, and accomplish realistic goals within a strict timeline Punctual; attend all required programs, meetings, and events Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check 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 Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary $20.00 an hour ADA This position is performed in a combination of office, remote, school, and community settings. The role requires regular travel within Grand County to attend meetings, trainings, and community events, with occasional evening or weekend work. Physical requirements include prolonged sitting and computer use, standing for presentations, lifting and transporting program materials (up to approximately 25 pounds), and setting up educational displays or event spaces. Mentally, the position requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, work both independently and collaboratively, and maintain professionalism while interacting with youth, parents, educators, community partners, and university personnel. College/Department Highlights As representatives of Utah State University Extension and primary contributors to its mission, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics: Take initiative Maintain confidentiality Be accountable Behave ethically Be honest and trustworthy Demonstrate a strong work ethic Be inquisitive Be detail-oriented Be self-motivated Efficiently manage multiple tasks Be a team player Be committed to improving USU 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, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. 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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