Assistant Coordinator - GEAR

Position: Assistant Coordinator - GEAR UP
Salary: $16.95 - $22.93 Hourly
Location : Main Campus - Orem
Job Type: Part-Time Staff
Job Number: FY2606042
Division: VP Student Affairs
Department: Gear Up
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: 6/8/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Resume
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Position Announcement

Join Utah Valley University's GEAR UP program and help empower students to achieve their educational goals. As a part-time GEAR UP Assistant Coordinator, you'll play an important role in supporting student success through outreach, event planning, and program development. Working closely with the GEAR UP Region Counselor, you'll help create engaging workshops, coordinate campus visits, and contribute to initiatives that encourage college readiness and retention.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with students, collaborating with others, and making a positive impact on educational opportunities within the community.
Summary of Responsibilities

• Assists with recruiting and training of part-time support staff according to department and program policy guidelines.
• Assists in the implementation of program evaluation data and assessment to meet grant objectives and guidelines.
• Assists with the coordination of part-time staff in their efforts to communicate program information with students, parents, staff, and school personnel.
• Assists with the planning and conducting of student and parent-focused workshops and events to help prepare students for their current courses as well as preparation for secondary education.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree in a related discipline or a combination of education and experience totaling four years.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of and experience with student support programs.
• Knowledge of computer applications

Skills

• Skills in tracking, managing, and analyzing data are needed to assist in generating reports, strategic decision-making, and program improvement.
• Skills to collaborate with faculty/staff, and /or community patrons to design and create programs or workshops that enhance the knowledge of students and parents.

Abilities

• Ability to identify program needs and utilize available resources.
• Ability to analyze data to determine trends and program effectiveness.
• Ability to maintain ongoing contact with faculty for reporting and assessment purposes.
• Ability to be self-directed and complete tasks without supervision.
• Ability to engage with employees and build community.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:
  • Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)
  • Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness
• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?