Program Specialist III, SURMC

Details

Open Date: 12/19/2025

Requisition Number: PRN
43894B

Job Title: Program Specialists

Working Title: Program Specialist III, SURMC

Career Progression Track: P00

Track Level: P3 - Career

FLSA Code: Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week: 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule

Summary:

Monday – Friday, business hours. After hours and weekend availability may be necessary to support events.

VP Area: U of U Health - Academics

Department: 02415 - SURMC

Location: Other

City: St. George, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: $46,000 – $50,000/annually

Close Date: 02/19/2026

The Program Specialist at the Southern Utah Regional Medical Campus (SURMC) supports the design and implementation of programs that carry out the mission of SURMC and the broader MD Program. Responsibilities include setting program goals, establishing benchmarks for success, ensuring services reflect community needs, and coordinating student-facing activities such as virtual learning and forums. The role also interfaces with regional faculty to support faculty development initiatives, facilitate resources and programming, and maintain an asynchronous training platform.

The ideal candidate is a self‑starter who works independently, takes initiative, and demonstrates reliability, organizational excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Adaptability and problem‑solving abilities are essential to thrive in this dynamic environment.

University staff benefits include health care and dental plans, tuition reduction, UTA pass (Bus, TRAX, & Front Runner), paid holidays, paid leave, employer and employee retirement plans, and more. For more information visit benefits.utah.edu .

• Design and implement one or more programs for the university that carry out the organization’s mission. Set goals, establish benchmarks, collect feedback, and improve future services. May involve fundraising, budgeting, and community outreach.
• Provide administrative support for working groups and committees: schedule meetings, manage documents, communicate with members, and take minutes.
• Assist in creation of materials such as charters, timelines, slide decks, and public‑facing communications.
• Assist in preparation of grant proposals, IRBs, research materials, and outreach publications.
• Coordinate seminars, workshops, and other events, managing logistics, technology, attendee lists, communications, and presentations.
• Coordinate and administer student examinations and virtual learning sessions.
• Support and participate in class‑wide activities or events.
• Provide regional support for faculty development initiatives, identifying needs and facilitating resources.
• Contribute to faculty development initiatives related to coaching and mentorship.
• Collaborate on regional campus faculty development initiatives to align local and institutional goals.
• Oversee outgoing communication related to faculty development, including announcements, newsletters, and updates.
• Collaborate with staff & faculty leadership across all phases of the curriculum to assist with scheduling, logistics, and communication for key faculty development components (e.g., Learning Community Coaches, TBL, LIC).
• Work closely with LIC coordinators, directors, and clinical site leadership to align faculty development expectations and opportunities for community‑based adjunct faculty.
• Perform other related duties and take on special projects as assigned.

Requires: a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

This position provides independent coordination and decision‑making for all activities of a specified program. The program outcome often impacts the University as a whole. Acts as a liaison between internal and external constituencies involved in program activities. Problems arising from these coordination efforts will be addressed by the incumbent, with guidance from management for issues outside of policy and procedure guidelines.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a…