Afterschool Site Specialist- Blanding
Afterschool Site Specialist- Blanding
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Job Description
Overview
The San Juan County Office of Utah State University Extension is seeking a qualified individual to coordinate the 4H afterschool program at Blanding Elementary. This position will require management and oversight of the daily operations of the afterschool program educators and approximately 60 elementaryaged participants. You will assist in providing enriching afterschool clubs for students at Blanding Elementary. This position is up to 29 hours a week and you must be available MondayThursday 3:00 pm6:00 pm to coordinate the afterschool program. Additional work time will be contributed to staff training parent engagement nights grant reporting and evaluations and regular meetings with Extension faculty and staff. This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah
Responsibilities
- Supervise afterschool staff and volunteers
- Collaborate with the school and work with certified/licensed teachers to ensure that outofschool time activities coordinate with the academic needs of students and support 4H skill development.
- Communicate regularly with the USU Extension Faculty and other afterschool staff as to the progress and needs of the program.
- Develop and implement daily schedules and activities that support the educational and recreational needs of participants.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations licensing requirements and organizational policies.
- Conduct regular staff meetings and provide support to staff and volunteers.
- Foster a positive inclusive and supportive environment for all students.
- Constructively address behavioral issues and conflicts.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for parents guardians and school staff regarding programrelated matters.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with families about program updates student progress and upcoming events.
- Collaborate with school administrators and community partners to enhance program offerings and address student needs.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance incident reports and program evaluations.
- Manage program budgets including tracking expenses and making recommendations for resource allocation.
- Support the civil rights mandate of Utah State University Extension.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- At least 2 years professional experience.
- High degree of selfmotivation
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Strong interpersonal oral and written skills
- Experience in recruiting supervising and working with other adults
- Excellent organizational skills
- Basic computer skills Word Excel and Internet
- Experience working and/or desire to work with youth and their families
- Access to reliable transportation
- Must be available for all hours of program operation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree
- Experience with afterschool programs
- Management and leadership experience
- Evidence of teamwork capabilities
- Experience navigating grant finances and expectations
- Skills in social media and other forms of marketing
- 4H experience
Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors in an office space event space or public space are protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).
Outdoors incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment and conditions that may affect the respiratory system such as fumes odors dusts mists gases and poor ventilation. Bending crawling and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift push and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator.
*updated 02/2025
Notice of Nondiscrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm.
Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm.
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact:
U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
*updated 09/2023
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
