Community Engagement Program Coordinator

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $24.60 - $36.94 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Recruiter – Coral Ortega | caortega@utah.gov | 801-538-4624 Application Deadline – 4/4/2026

Are you a proactive professional passionate about fostering community impact and supporting volunteerism across Utah? We are looking for a Community Engagement Program Coordinator (Program Specialist II) to join the UServeUtah team, where you will play a vital role in everything from clerical support to high-level administrative coordination of statewide initiatives. If you are a skilled problem solver with experience building community partnerships and a drive to lead impactful programs like the Generation Volunteer Summit, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the public and nonprofit volunteerism matchmaking initiative.
• Manage tracking and reporting for Volunteer for Good and serve as a liaison between UServeUtah and Golden software representatives.
• As needed, assist the Community Engagement Program Manager in all initiatives, including the College Community Engagement Council (CCEC), Community Engagement Pathways, Generation Volunteer Summit (GVS), Training Suite, Volunteer for Good, and United in Service (UIS).
• Provide administrative and operational support to CCEC, including attending meetings, organizing recognition efforts, and coordinating the end-of-year recognition event.
• Serve as liaison to MarCom for outreach and recruitment efforts for CCEC, GVS, UIS, and the Training Suite to ensure robust participation and engagement.
• Prepare and present curriculum during volunteer training sessions and ensure presentations are impactful and well-received.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the mission and operations of the agency.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• This position requires one or more years of experience as a UServeUtah Community Engagement Program Specialist I. This experience must have been within the last two years for relevancy.
• Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to exercise sound judgment, take responsibility for meeting deadlines and be a skilled problem solver.
• The ability to initiate projects and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience with MS Office Suite and Google software programs. Salesforce experience preferred.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of community engagment, nonprofit sector, and UServeUtah programming.
  
  

About The Role

Location –

3760 South Highland Drive

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84106

United States

Background Check Required – No

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
  
  

The Agency The Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement isn't just another state agency. The programs we manage and the services we provide are the heart and soul of Utah. By working with local arts agencies, historical societies, volunteer organizations, libraries, museums, and other state and federal agencies, as well as the state's many indigenous and minority groups, the professionals in our department improve the lives of individuals and communities throughout Utah.

The department provides a fast paced, collaborative, and energetic work environment that supports employees in balancing work and home life. We actively encourage flexible work schedules and telecommuting options where it makes sense. For more information about the Department of Cultural & Community Engagement, click here . For more information about the UServeUtah click here .

EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.