Youth and Family Programs Specialist

Details

Open Date 11/25/2025

Requisition Number PRN16562N

Job Title Coordinator, Education

Working Title Youth and Family Programs Specialist

Career Progression Track D

Track Level

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Variable

Work Schedule Summary

Varied depending on season and programming. June-August, Monday-Friday with up to 38 hours/week for summer camp. September-May, Wednesday-Sunday with up to 20 hours/week.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00018 - Utah Museum of Natl Hist Oper

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range 18.00-21.00

Close Date 12/22/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Do you have a passion for science and want to share it with others? Do you love hands-on learning and want to inspire curiosity for the natural world? Are you incredibly organized and enjoy online shopping? Apply now to become part of a collaborative, creative, growing team that creates amazing out-of-school-time STEAM -based programming The Youth and Family Program Specialist at the Natural History Museum of Utah ( NHMU ) is responsible for identifying program supply needs by reviewing all curricula, purchasing cost-effective resources, and ensuring supplies are organized, stocked, and available in advance of program delivery. This position will oversee the scheduling of a small supply team and will need to stay current with University of Utah Purchase Card processes. In addition, the Program Specialist will support the development and delivery of department programs such as birthday parties, family workshops, youth classes, and camps. This position works closely with the Manager and Coordinator to ensure K-8th grade STEAM -based program activities are innovative, engaging, and promote social-emotional learning, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and resiliency. These programs must meet evaluation standards for effectiveness. As part of the Museum’s Education and Community Engagement team, the Program Specialist will be expected to embody the Museum’s core values of inquiry, cooperation, continual improvement, and belonging. A successful candidate will have experience in both formal and informal youth development and out-of-school-time programming, with a confident and professional demeanor capable of making complex science concepts fun and memorable. The role requires excellent organization and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to evaluate options, generate solutions, and navigate new challenges with flexibility. Dependability, punctuality, and self-direction are critical to the position. The Natural History Museum of Utah places a strong emphasis on providing an exceptional experience for every guest, and all staff members, including the Program Specialist, are expected to contribute to creating inclusive, memorable experiences for visitors, partners, and the community. Employees in guest-facing roles who are fluent in a language beyond English and willing to engage with guests in that language will receive a 50 cent per hour wage increase.

Responsibilities

1. Program Supplies and Budget Management:

• Identifying and purchasing program supplies.

• Ensuring compliance with University of Utah Purchase Card processes.

• Guarantees program supplies are available for every program.

2. Support for Youth and Family Programs:

• Facilitates and assists in the development and oversight of programs like birthday parties, family workshops, youth classes, and camps.

• Collaborates with the Manager and Coordinator to promote STEAM -based activities that emphasize social-emotional learning, critical thinking, and teamwork.

3. Skills and Experience Requirements:

• Strong experience in formal and informal youth development programming.

• Ability to make complex science concepts fun and understandable.

• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.

• Flexibility, self-direction, and professionalism are essential.

4. Guest Experience Focus:

• NHMU values delivering exceptional experiences to all visitors and participants.

• Employees in guest-facing roles, who are fluent in an additional language and willing to use it, will receive a wage increase.

This role emphasizes a mix of program support, communication, creativity, and guest interaction to ensure both the educational and logistical success of the Museum’s offerings. The candidate needs a balance of instructional and operational expertise, with a passion for organization and creating memorable educational experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), and two years related experience required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree (or getting a degree) in Education, Science, or related discipline.

• Broad knowledge of natural history topics.

• Background in nonprofits.

• Positive outlook and be a team player.

• Second language proficiency, particularly in Spanish.

Special Instructions Summary

Provide a cover letter stating why you wish to work here and what skills you bring to the Team.

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.

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