Alternative Breaks Program Coordinator

Coordinator, Administrative Program

The Lowell Bennion Community Engagement Center at the University of Utah is a recognized leader in public service and community engagement. Its mission is to promote student success and well-being through transformative experiences that support both student development and community needs. In 2020, the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning designated the University of Utah as a Community Engaged Institution. Community engagement is a strategic priority at the University of Utah, offering students meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities. The Bennion Center provides valuable professional experience for individuals pursuing careers in higher education, nonprofit management, volunteer coordination, fundraising, student services, social services, program development, and community organizing. One of the Center's signature initiatives is the Alternative Breaks program, which facilitates ethical community engagement and experiential learning during academic breaks. Student teams, guided by staff and faculty partners, collaborate with host communities to support nonprofit organizations and community-driven projects. By combining the strengths of students and local communities, Alternative Breaks cultivates lifelong civic engagement through education, dialogue, reflection, and action.

The Bennion Center is seeking a dynamic and organized part-time Program Coordinator to support its community engagement and assessment initiatives. This role plays a key part in advancing the Center's mission by managing elements of the Alternative Breaks program by overseeing student leadership development, recruitment efforts, and program logistics. The Program Coordinator will also contribute to the overall impact of the Bennion Center's civic education efforts and requires strong communication and organizational skills, a commitment to community engagement, and the ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and faculty.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead recruitment efforts for student participants and faculty / staff partners across campus. This includes coordinating outreach strategies such as info sessions, tabling events, email and social media campaigns, and presentations.
• Manage the online application and payment process for fall and spring break cycles in collaboration with Bennion Center staff.
• Provide administrative support for the Alternative Breaks program.
• Track program documentation and verify fleet services and driver training requirements.
• Facilitate portions of Alternative Breaks retreats and trainings for site leaders and staff / faculty partners.
• Participate in weekly meetings as assigned.
• Support data collection and assessment related to program participation, student learning outcomes, and community impact.
• Assist with general administrative tasks for the Bennion Center as needed.

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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.