NourishSmart Program Coordinator

Utah State University•Logan, UT

23h•$25•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Coordinator will play a central role in implementing the NourishSmart and NourishEd food waste reduction initiatives, funded through the USDA and National 4-H Council. This position is responsible for coordinating systems-level food waste reduction activities across schools, afterschool programs, community partners, youth organizations, local farmers, and university units. The Program Coordinator will facilitate communication among internal and external partners, ensure smooth delivery of program strategies, manage project logistics, coordinate youth engagement activities, and support evaluation and reporting activities. The coordinator will directly support all three objectives of the grant: School and Afterschool Food Waste Reduction Activities NourishEd Produce Recovery and Redistribution Systems NourishSmart Statewide Youth Engagement, Leadership Development, and Career Pathways Programs This position requires strong organizational skills, cultural competency, experience working with youth and diverse communities, and the ability to manage multi-site, multi-partner initiatives. This position is essential to accomplishing the project’s objectives and ensuring that Utah’s school communities and youth have the tools, resources, and support needed to reduce food waste and build a more resilient food system. Primary locations: Public school sites across Utah (classrooms, cafeterias/kitchens, multipurpose rooms), district offices, community centers, and university/extension offices. Office/remote work: Hybrid—mix of on-site school visits and desk-based administrative work (planning, reporting, data entry, email). In-State: This position is telework eligible within the state of Utah. Schedule: Primarily weekdays aligned with school hours; occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends for events, trainings, or community outreach.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, public health, food systems, education, environmental science, sustainability, or related field.
Experience coordinating programs or working in educational, community, or youth-serving environments.
Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including comfort working with youth, schools, community groups, and diverse populations.
Commitment to equity, sustainability, and community-driven solutions.
Ability to travel statewide and work occasional evenings or weekends for events.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and virtual platforms (Zoom).
Valid Utah driver’s license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles forragular in-state travel.
Comfort working around food preparation areas and following basic food safety protocols.
Proficiency with standard office software (email, spreadsheets, presentations) and data tracking tools.
Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of school/district background checks per site requirements.