Job Description

Study Coordinator - Evaluation for Youth Camp Initiatives

Location: Salt Lake City, UT (Hybrid options available; position is not remote)



We are seeking a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Study Coordinator to support a multi-year evaluation initiative focused on youth camps and character education. This position will play a key role in managing data collection processes and coordinating training and technical assistance for camp personnel. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in project coordination, data management, and stakeholder engagement.



Full-time, 12-month appointment with potential for renewal. Currently funded through 2029.
Competitive salary and benefits package.

Target start date: between January and June of 2026.

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Study Coordinator

Training and Assistance for Grantees

Develop and deliver training materials and presentations to prepare grantees for evaluation activities. Attend grantee cohort meetings to provide support and guidance.
Lead training for camps focused on data use and interpretation for program improvement.



Project Management and Evaluation Coordination

Coordinate data collection efforts, including surveys and interviews, across multiple sites. Serve as a liaison with camps, the ACA (American Camp Association), and other stakeholders to ensure smooth communication and logistics. Prepare and distribute evaluation materials to participating sites. Support data verification processes for accuracy and completeness. Support dashboard development and data visualization for reporting and decision-making.
Work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.


Other duties may be assigned.

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).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Study Coordinator, I:

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

Study Coordinator, II:

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Study Coordinator,

III

:

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Study Coordinator, IV:

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Familiarity with summer camps or similar youth-serving organizations. Master's degree in Human Development/Developmental Science; Education; Psychology; Parks, Recreation, and Tourism; or related fields. Experience developing training materials and facilitating workshops. Research experience working with quantitative and/or qualitative data. Proficiency in data management and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, R, or Python).

Type

Benefited Staff

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.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator



Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (

OEO

/AA)



383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite



Salt Lake City, UT 84112



801-581-8365



oeo@utah.edu



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https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

To inquire about this posting, email:

employment@utah.edu

or call 801-581-2300.



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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

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Open Date

12/17/2025

Requisition Number

PRN43853B

Job Title

Study Coordinators

Working Title

Study Coordinator

Career Progression Track

P00

Track Level

P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing

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

VP Area

U of U Health - Academics

Department

00198 - Parks Recreation and Tourism

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

DOE/DOQ

Close Date

06/01/2026

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

01/19/2026