New 
Elementary Youth Programs Coordinator
 Utah State University | |
$45,670 - $53,580
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 United States, Utah, Park City | |
| 1258 Center Drive (Show on map) | |
 Oct 14, 2026 | |
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Elementary Youth Programs Coordinator Requisition ID: 2026-10654 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Park City Category: Extension Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: Extension Department: Swaner EcoCenter Advertised Salary: $45,670 - $53,580 Overview The Elementary Youth Programs Coordinator is an energetic, organized, and engaging educator who plays a key role in the development, delivery, and success of youth programs at Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter, with a primary focus on early childhood and elementary-aged learners. Swaner's youth programs use hands-on, inquiry-based learning to inspire curiosity, foster environmental stewardship, and connect young people with the natural world. Working closely with the Director of Youth Programs, the coordinator supports and facilitates a variety of educational experiences, including field trips, classroom outreach, camps, and after-school programs. This position is instrumental in creating safe, and engaging learning environments that support the needs of diverse learners. The successful candidate is passionate about environmental education, enjoys working directly with children, and thrives in a collaborative, dynamic setting dedicated to meaningful learning experiences in nature. The Extension Program Coordinator I reports to the Director of Youth Programs. This classification assists in the oversight, mentorship, and coordination of support staff, education staff, and volunteers. Responsibilities
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**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary $45,670 - $53,580 ADA This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. This position requires nearly continuous standing, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing). 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