About the role
Pre-College Program Manager
Pre-College Program Manager
Salt Lake City, UTReqid: PRN46423B
Job Category: Administrative
Job Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day
Details
Open Date 10/07/2026
Requisition Number PRN46423B
Job Title Program Management
Working Title Pre-College Program Manager
Career Progression Track M00
Track Level M3 - Manager
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
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
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 02203 - Youth & Personal Enrichment
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $42,560-$65,000
Close Date 01/07/2027
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
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
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
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.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
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.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .
Online reports may be submitted athttps://oeo.utah.edu
**https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/**This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members , a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
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