Youth Justice Coalition Coordinator - Grant Funded

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Under general guidance and direction of the County Commissioner, provides programmatic and grant administration oversight for the Utah County Youth Justice Project. Guides the project's mission to address community violence through a collective impact, restorative justice, and public health approach. Serves as the central liaison for all partners, building the collaborative network necessary to foster a safer community and create positive pathways for youth. This position is supported by grant funding, and continued employment is contingent upon securing future grants. Grade: 724 Starting Pay: $63,939.20 - $73,528.00 Annually Schedule: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday Job Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Public Health, Sociology, or a closely related field. 2. Two (2) years of full-time, professional experience in public health, criminal justice, restorative justice, program coordination or management, grant administration, or community outreach. 3. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered. Preferred Candidates will possess some of the below attributes: 1. Preference may be given to applicants with experience working directly with at-risk youth in a programmatic, non-profit, or government setting 2. Preference may be given to applicants with experience in building, facilitating, or leading multi-agency coalitions, community-based workgroups, or similar collaborative efforts. 3. Preference may be given to applicants with experience in coordinating programs funded by federal grants, particularly those from justice or human services-related agencies. 4. Preference may be given to applicants with personal or direct experience navigating systemic barriers or being impacted by the juvenile justice system. Additional Eligibility Qualifications: 1. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver's license within sixty (60) days of employment. 2. Selected applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Click here for a full job description Benefits Package Includes: 100% paid premiums for health insurance Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k) Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options) Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA) Fourteen (14) paid Holidays Dental and Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program AAP/EEO Statement It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity. UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158 Fax: (801) 851-8166 ‚ Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov http://www.utahcounty.gov "The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities." Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind: How can I make my community a better place? Who will need my help and protection? How will I make a difference for someone? We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people. Apply today and join our Team. JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Posting Date: June 18, 2026 Closing Date: *open until filled *All applications received by July 2, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office. Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview. The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled POSITION: Youth Justice Coalition Coordinator POSTING #: 2201-0626sr This is a Full Time Grant Funded position with benefits.

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