Job Details

Program Specialist

Position Number: 9883625
Location: Moscow, United States
Position Type: Other Administrative Positions

Program Specialist

Posting Number: SP005473P
Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department: Central District
Location: Twin Falls

Posting Context Statement:

Eat Smart Idaho works alongside communities to promote healthy living through education, resources and support that help individuals and families eat well, move more and thrive. This position supports the delivery and evaluation of Eat Smart Idaho programming by coordinating staff training and supervision, supporting program data collection and reporting and developing partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders. The position works collaboratively with program administrators and staff to ensure high-quality, consistent program delivery and to implement approaches that are responsive to the needs of the Idaho communities served.

Position Overview:

This position performs a complex mix of duties in support of project or program development and delivery.

Duties may include:

Coordinate office operations
Document and tracking program schedules and business cycles
Plan and coordinate program meetings and events
Support program planning and may assist with the development of operating budgets and/or funding proposals
Research and compile information for communications such as talking points, speech scripts and responses to correspondence and presentations
Coordinate collection of data and materials for reports and other administrative documents
Develop and maintain positive liaison relationships with various offices, customers and stakeholders including internal and advisory boards
May assist with budget management and provide support for financial and/or personnel processes
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Three years providing administrative, business operations and/or program support
Composing, proofing and editing a variety of documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials
Using computer software and applications for word processing, developing spreadsheets, email and internet research

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
Ability to travel
Ability to occasional work non-standard business hours

Additional Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, Education or related field
Experience gathering and compiling data for reports
Experience teaching youth and adult audiences
Experience engaging and working collaboratively with individuals, families and communities

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Must be able to teach or otherwise provide instruction involving physical activities
Must be able to lift, carry or otherwise move instructional materials weighing up to 40 lbs

Degree Requirement:
N/A: No degree requirement
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $25.00 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:

0.875

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 10/07/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by October 21, 2026, will receive first consideration.

IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.

If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Christina at Christinaa@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/53005

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.