Coordinator, Project
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Project Management
Posted on April 25, 2024
Announcement
Details
Open Date
04/24/2024
Requisition Number
PRN38359B
Job Title
Coordinator, Project
Working Title
Garden Programs Educator
Job Grade
C
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Primarily Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends or evenings.
VP Area
President
Department
00340 - Red Butte Garden & Arboretum
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
16.83 to 20.20
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
Work at beautiful Red Butte Garden and enjoy making a positive impact on the lives of K-12 students and campers. Educators at Red Butte Garden share their passion for plants, the outdoors, and the environment to K-12 students during field trips, visits to classrooms, summer camps, and more. Educators are responsible for teaching lessons and guiding students through investigations to engage them with the science of plants and the environment.
During the school year, this position will primarily work with schools. During the summer, this position will primarily work with summer camps. Educators will acquire and strengthen skills in communication, teaching, curriculum development, classroom management, and more.
Red Butte Garden is accessible via several bus routes that stop in Research Park and at the University Medical Center, as well as the Trax Red line, followed by a short walk or on-demand university campus shuttle. The campus shuttle offers a direct line to Red Butte Garden via the Sunnyside Route. For more information see:
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
Two years related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. Bachelor's degree in a related area is preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Ability to drive state vehicles (truck, mini-van, etc.)
Preferences
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly 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 ( OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Details
Open Date
04/24/2024
Requisition Number
PRN38359B
Job Title
Coordinator, Project
Working Title
Garden Programs Educator
Job Grade
C
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Primarily Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends or evenings.
VP Area
President
Department
00340 - Red Butte Garden & Arboretum
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
16.83 to 20.20
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
Work at beautiful Red Butte Garden and enjoy making a positive impact on the lives of K-12 students and campers. Educators at Red Butte Garden share their passion for plants, the outdoors, and the environment to K-12 students during field trips, visits to classrooms, summer camps, and more. Educators are responsible for teaching lessons and guiding students through investigations to engage them with the science of plants and the environment.
During the school year, this position will primarily work with schools. During the summer, this position will primarily work with summer camps. Educators will acquire and strengthen skills in communication, teaching, curriculum development, classroom management, and more.
Red Butte Garden is accessible via several bus routes that stop in Research Park and at the University Medical Center, as well as the Trax Red line, followed by a short walk or on-demand university campus shuttle. The campus shuttle offers a direct line to Red Butte Garden via the Sunnyside Route. For more information see:
- https://commuterservices.utah.edu/uta/
- https://commuterservices.utah.edu/campus-shuttle/
- https://www.redbuttegarden.org/directions/
- Teaching in-Garden and off-site school programs to elementary school students. Effectively implement 3-dimensional, phenomena based science teaching.
- Collect, assemble, and maintain teaching materials. Assist in maintaining facilities and equipment.
- Collaborate with program coordinators to develop curriculum and lesson plans
- Lead, teach, and supervise summer camp students, including: following safety guidelines, supporting youth development, and monitoring medical needs.
- Develop, prepare, and teach activities, experiments, crafts, and games for summer camp students. Review and provide feedback on camp curriculum.
- Represent Red Butte Garden when interacting with parents, caregivers, or community partners by providing extraordinary service to all campers, parents, caregivers, and Garden colleagues.
- Assist the Programs department with other activities, programs, and seasonal events as needed by performing other relevant duties as assigned.
- Must complete Youth Protection training once hired.
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
Two years related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. Bachelor's degree in a related area is preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Ability to drive state vehicles (truck, mini-van, etc.)
Preferences
- Experience with the Next Generation Science Standards, Utah's SEEd standards, and/or 3-dimensional, phenomena driven science teaching
- An interest in plants, botany, and/or horticulture demonstrated either by education or previous employment
- Experience working or teaching in an outdoor setting
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience working with children
- Understanding of various teaching methods and the ability to adjust activities to include the interests and abilities of various ages and groups of campers
- Excellent classroom management skills
- Ability to think creatively and respond calmly and quickly in stressful situations
- Enthusiasm, sense of humor, and patience
- Dependable and punctual
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly 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 ( OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
- * How many years of experience do you have teaching children ages 5 to 12?
- 0-1
- 1-2
- 2-3
- 3 or more
- * Beyond a paycheck, what do you hope to get out of working at Red Butte Garden?
(Open Ended Question) - * Do you have a valid drivers license?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you at least 18 years of age? (U of U requirement for operating vehicles)
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
- List of References
