Job Description

This is a new part-time position to manage an innovative and interdisciplinary public engagement program, The Our-Trees Initiative (TOUTI). This mission of the project is to raise awareness and incite actions to understand and increase a sense of stewardship about trees and forested habitats nationally and globally. The Initiative is aimed at multiple sectors of the public, with a focus on non-traditional public groups. In close collaboration with the project Director, the Program Manager organizes and coordinates the development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of TOUTI activities Support comes from the National Geographic Society and other organizations committed to strengthening connections between nature, science, and society.

Responsibilities

1. Oversees administrative matters regarding the day-to-day operations and procedures of the TOUTI program, including recording and archiving meeting notes, managing calendars, scheduling calls, managing the budget.
2. Develops and implements the initiatives financial goals and performs strategic and tactical planning for the program by working with the Director to establish short and long range objectives. Forecasts, prepares or directs the preparation of the program budget and monitors expenditures. Negotiates terms of contracts and/or service agreements.

3. Prepares or assists in preparing grant proposals, audit reports, protocols, publications and articles.
4. Manages Initiative websites, social media, public relations activities, and a project "resource hub" of people, tree stories from multiple sources, and existing programs and networks related to trees and public awareness.

5. Plans, develops, coordinates and implements activities to meet identified needs of collaborating groups by identifying appropriate educational and tree conservation actions for different public groups
6. Works with professionals in diverse fields to write and provide graphics and texts for engagement and education, tailored for different public groups.

7. Assists in the assessment, of the performance and impacts of activities

8. May supervise subordinate staff, by hiring, training, establishing goals and evaluating performance.

9. Serves as project representative, which may include representing the initiative to external and internal audiences.

10. Stays abreast of legal or other related changes impacting the program and makes recommendations for improvement and compliance.

11. Carries out other tasks as requested by the Program Director.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

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).

Operations Program Manager, I:

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

Preferences

Excellent writing and graphics skills preferred. Prior experience working in an academic settint, non-profit, or business settings, website maintenance, and strong communication skills are preferred. Candidate should be comfortable with professional writing and speaking to a range of constituents, including academics, community partners, the public, and policy-makers.Team work and and a collaborative working style are valued.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. 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.

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Posting Specific Questions

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



What is your highest level of completed education?
+ None
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent
+ Associate Degree
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ Master's Degree
+ Doctorate Degree
How many years of related work experience do you have?
+ Less than 2 years
+ 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
+ 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
+ 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
+ 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
+ 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
+ 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
+ 14 years or more

Applicant Documents

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Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

List of References

Optional Documents

Open Date

10/16/2025

Requisition Number

PRN16451N

Job Title

Operations Program Managers

Working Title

Operations Program Manager-TOUTI

Career Progression Track

P00

Track Level

P1 - Entry Level Pro

FLSA Code

Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Type

Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?

Yes

Standard Hours per Week

19

Full Time or Part Time?

Part Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

TBD

Is this a work study job?

No

VP Area

Academic Affairs

Department

00116 - School of Biological Sciences

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

22,500-27,500

Close Date

01/15/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)