Job Details

Pre-College Program Manager

Position Number: 9887955
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Extension and Outreach

Pre-College Program Manager

Job Summary

Pre-College Program Manager

Make a Difference in Youth Education!

Youth Education is seeking a passionate individual to join the team as the Pre-College Program Manager. The Pre-College Program holds summer programming for youth 14-17 years old to engage with the University of Utah through academics and student life experiences. This role will create pre-college curriculum through partnerships with the University support departments and engage with academic departments who will provide academic curriculum. This role will work alongside 3 other Youth Education Program Managers to reach Youth Education goals.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in program development and operations, ensuring exceptional experiences for participants. You'll also embody the program's core values:
Safety First
Mutual Respect and Supportive Environments
Inspiration, Optimism, and Fun
Community and Accessibility

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities
Pre-College Program Manager

Program Management and Administration
- Manage the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of Youth Education's Pre-College programs.
- Manage all aspects of program operations, including timelines, logistics, risk management, and participant experience.
- Ensure programs align with Youth Education's mission, goals, and strategic priorities.
- Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and operational standards that support safe, high-quality programming.
- Monitor program effectiveness and recommend improvements based on assessment data, participant feedback, and emerging trends.
- Prepare reports, track outcomes, and maintain accurate program records and documentation.

Academic and Campus Partnerships
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with University academic departments, faculty, staff, and campus partners in collaboration with the Youth Education Director.
- Identify and cultivate new program partnerships that expand educational opportunities and strengthen pathways to higher education.
- Facilitate communication between campus partners, families, participants, and Youth Education staff.

Residential and Program Development
- Lead the development and expansion of Pre-College programming, including future residential and overnight experiences.
- Research and implement best practices in pre-college, youth development, and residential education programming.
- Design innovative programs that increase student engagement, college readiness, leadership development, and sense of belonging.
- Support strategic planning efforts that enhance program quality, sustainability, and reach.

Staff Recruitment, Training, and Supervision
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate seasonal program staff.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive staff training focused on youth development, safety, customer service, inclusion, student support, and program outcomes.
- Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance management for seasonal staff.
- Foster a positive team culture that encourages professionalism, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
- Ensure compliance with University policies and youth protection requirements.

Team Collaboration and Departmental Engagement
- Serve as an active member of the Youth Education program team.
- Collaborate with colleagues across Youth Education, Continuing Education, and campus departments to support shared goals and initiatives.
- Participate in department planning, assessment, budgeting, marketing, and strategic initiatives.
- Contribute to a culture of collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and exceptional service.
- Support department-wide programs and events as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Manager, Program Management: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences
- Ability to maintain and improve existing relationships with on-campus University of Utah partners and community partners.
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to activities.
- Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers and staff in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury).
- Experience managing youth summer camps, preferably at an institution of higher education.
- Experience developing pre-college programming for youth 14-17 years old.
- Experience with Ideal-Logic and/or the ability to learn new tools quickly and operationalize them.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN46423B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Summer Program Hours (June-August) M-F 7:30 am- 4:30 pm- Off summer hours- 40 hours M-F week-hybrid schedule with 3 days in office and according to department needs- Occasional evening and weekend hours as needed
Department: 02203 - Youth & Personal Enrichment
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $42,560-$65,000
Close Date: 01/07/2027
Open Until Filled:

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