Program Coordinator II

Overview

The Program Coordinator II supports the statewide implementation, coordination, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement of the Utah Pyramid Model (UPM), a comprehensive, evidence-based framework designed to promote the social and emotional development of young children from birth through age five.

The Utah Pyramid Model is a statewide initiative that supports early care and education professionals, early intervention providers, families, and community partners in implementing evidence-based practices that promote positive social and emotional development, prevent and reduce challenging behaviors, and provide individualized intensive interventions for children with persistent challenging behaviors and their families.

This position provides statewide leadership and coordination in the areas of professional development, training and technical assistance, implementation science, data management, program evaluation, and sustainability. The Program Coordinator II works collaboratively with implementation sites, external and internal coaches, the UPM team, the State Leadership Team, and state and community partners to build the capacity of early childhood systems to implement the Pyramid Model with fidelity.

The position is responsible for supporting the development and delivery of a coordinated statewide system of personnel development, monitoring implementation progress, analyzing program outcomes, and using data to inform decisions at the program and state levels. The Program Coordinator II also contributes to grant development, resource acquisition, and strategic planning to support the continued growth and sustainability of the Utah Pyramid Model.

This position is eligible for telework in the state of Utah.

Exempt positions are eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, earn 22 days of paid vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, 50% tuition reduction for employees and dependents, competitive health benefits packages and a generous contribution into your retirement. View more information here: Summary of Benefits 2026-2027.

Responsibilities

• Statewide Program Coordination and Implementation
  • Support the statewide coordination, development, and implementation of the Utah Pyramid Model across early care and education and early intervention settings.
  • Coordinate with implementation sites to support consistent application of Pyramid Model practices and alignment with statewide implementation expectations.
  • Apply Implementation Science frameworks and principles to guide the adoption, implementation, and sustainability of evidence-based practices.
  • Support implementation sites as they progress through established stages of Pyramid Model implementation.
  • Collaborate with the UPM team, external coaches, internal coaches, and site leadership teams to identify implementation needs, establish priorities, and address barriers to implementation.
  • Support the development, refinement, and delivery of statewide professional development and technical assistance systems.
  • Participate in statewide partnerships and initiatives that strengthen early childhood systems and expand access to evidence-based social and emotional supports.
• Pyramid Model Implementation Data System (PIDS)
  • Coordinate and guide the development and delivery of training and technical assistance related to the Pyramid Model Implementation Data System (PIDS).
  • Collaborate with the UPM team to ensure implementation sites, external coaches, internal coaches, and data collectors have the knowledge and resources necessary to use PIDS effectively.
  • Develop and deliver training addressing:
    • Accurate and complete data entry.
    • Navigation and functionality of the PIDS database.
    • Data reporting and interpretation.
    • Use of data to inform implementation decisions and monitor fidelity.
  • Provide ongoing, periodic, and individualized technical assistance based on implementation site needs and readiness.
  • Monitor the PIDS database to support accurate, complete, and timely data entry.
  • Review data for completeness, consistency, and alignment with required data fields.
  • Identify data quality concerns and collaborate with site personnel to resolve discrepancies and improve data collection practices.
  • Communicate with implementation sites and coaches regarding reporting expectations, submission timelines, and data entry requirements.
  • Generate periodic reports to monitor data submission, identify trends, and determine areas requiring follow-up.
  • Support implementation sites in using PIDS data to guide program-wide implementation and continuous quality improvement.
  • Participate in PIDS Community of Practice activities and communicate relevant updates, system developments, contracting information, and recommendations to UPM leadership.
• Data-Informed Decision-Making and Continuous Quality Improvement
  • Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret program data to monitor statewide implementation progress and outcomes.
  • Develop and maintain reporting systems and program records to meet state, federal, grant, and program reporting requirements.
  • Guide the use of the Look-Think-Act process to support data-informed decision-making among implementation sites, the UPM team, and the State Leadership Team.
  • Promote the systematic use of Pyramid Model implementation and fidelity tools, including:
    • Pyramid Model fidelity observation tools (TPOT and TPITOS).
    • Pyramid Model Benchmark of Quality (BoQ).
    • UPM Strengths and Needs Assessment.
    • Practitioner and Leadership Coaching Logs.
    • Behavior Incident Reporting System (BIRS) social and emotional screening tools.
  • Support implementation sites in interpreting data, identifying strengths and needs, developing action plans, and monitoring progress toward implementation goals.
  • Identify statewide trends and areas of need to inform professional development, coaching, technical assistance, and resource allocation.
  • Collaborate with the State Leadership Team to use data for strategic planning and statewide continuous quality improvement.
• Statewide Program Outcome Evaluation
  • Collaborate with the UPM team and stakeholders on the development and implementation of evaluation strategies to assess the effectiveness and impact of the Utah Pyramid Model.
  • Collaborate with the UPM team and stakeholders to establish evaluation priorities, measurable outcomes, and methods for assessing statewide implementation.
  • Evaluate outcomes related to:
    • Child social and emotional development and behavior.
    • Program-level implementation and organizational capacity.
    • Family engagement and family outcomes.
    • Implementation fidelity and progress across implementation stages.
    • Training effectiveness and participant satisfaction.
    • Coaching effectiveness and professional development outcomes.
    • Additional priorities identified through needs assessments and stakeholder input.
  • Integrate and analyze multiple sources of program data, including:
    • Pyramid Model Implementation Data System (PIDS).
    • Training evaluations and participant feedback surveys.
    • Teacher and practitioner surveys.
    • Family surveys
    • State Leadership Team evaluation questions and feedback.
    • Fidelity assessments and implementation measures.
  • Develop evaluation reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate program outcomes, implementation progress, and areas for improvement.
  • Ensure evaluation findings are used to guide statewide strategic planning, professional development, coaching supports, resource allocation, and continuous quality improvement.
  • Support implementation sites, the UPM team, and the State Leadership Team in applying the Look-Think-Act process to interpret evaluation findings and determine appropriate next steps.
  • Monitor progress toward statewide program goals and provide information to support grant reporting, funding requirements, and program sustainability.
• External Coaching and Implementation Support
  • Serve as an External Coach to assigned Pyramid Model implementation sites, providing ongoing training, technical assistance, and implementation support.
  • Support implementation sites in adopting and sustaining Pyramid Model practices with fidelity.
  • Facilitate Pyramid Model training for implementation site teams, ensuring content aligns with statewide standards and addresses site-specific needs.
  • Provide guidance to Program Leadership Teams (PLTs) in developing and maintaining the organizational structures necessary for successful implementation.
  • Support Program Leadership Teams in completing the Benchmark of Quality (BoQ) twice annually, including:
    • Facilitating the BoQ self-assessment process.
    • Assisting teams in identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
    • Supporting the development and refinement of implementation action plans.
    • Monitoring progress toward identified goals and fidelity benchmarks.
  • Provide individualized coaching and technical assistance to support implementation progress and address barriers.
  • Collaborate with internal coaches and site leadership to strengthen coaching systems and promote sustainability.
  • Document coaching activities, implementation progress, and technical assistance using established program documentation systems.
• Grant Development and Funding Sustainability
  • Participate in grant development and writing activities to support the continued funding and sustainability of the Utah Pyramid Model.
  • Contribute to grant proposals focused on expanding or enhancing Pyramid Model initiatives, including statewide professional development, training and technical assistance, coaching, implementation supports, and program evaluation.
  • Identify funding opportunities that align with UPM priorities and support the continued development of statewide early childhood systems.
  • Collaborate with UPM leadership and institutional partners to develop proposals, establish program objectives, prepare evaluation plans, and identify measurable outcomes.
  • Contribute to additional grant-writing efforts that support the sustainability of the position and broader initiatives within the Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP), including projects that extend beyond the scope of the Utah Pyramid Model.
• Statewide Collaboration and Professional Leadership
  • Participate in and contribute to the work of the UPM State Leadership Team and other statewide early childhood initiatives.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with state agencies, early intervention programs, school districts, early care and education providers, Head Start programs, and community partners.
  • Participate in statewide professional learning communities, communities of practice, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen Pyramid Model implementation.
  • Share program outcomes, evaluation findings, implementation updates, and recommendations with UPM leadership and stakeholders.
  • Represent the Utah Pyramid Model in relevant statewide and regional meetings, professional development opportunities, and conferences.
  • Contribute to the development of resources, training materials, and professional learning opportunities that strengthen the capacity of the early childhood workforce.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Perform other program-related duties as assigned that support the goals and priorities of the Utah Pyramid Model, IDRPP, and affiliated initiatives.
  • Contribute to special projects, program development activities, and emerging initiatives as needed.
  • Demonstrate flexibility, responsiveness, and collaborative problem-solving in addressing program needs and institutional priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus two years of relevant work experience; or a master's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education plus experience is required.
• Experience in early care and education or early intervention settings, working with children birth through age five and their families.
• Experience with program coordination, program implementation, or the development and delivery of professional development and technical assistance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field and relevant professional experience in early care and education or early intervention settings, working with children birth through age five and their families.
• Five years of experience implementing the Pyramid Model in early childhood settings.
• Knowledge and experience applying Implementation Science to embed evidence-based practices and research into early childhood systems and services.
• Experience using the Pyramid Model Implementation Data System (PIDS) or similar program data management systems.
• Experience with program evaluation, data analysis, and continuous quality improvement.
• Experience providing coaching, training, and technical assistance to early childhood professionals and program leadership teams.
• Experience developing and managing grants, including proposal development, evaluation planning, and grant reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs from initiation through completion.
• Knowledge of Implementation Science and its application to the adoption, implementation, and sustainability of evidence-based practices.
• Knowledge of early childhood development, social and emotional development, and evidence-based practices for children birth through age five and their families.
• Ability to coordinate statewide initiatives and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including state agencies, early childhood programs, and community partners.
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data and prepare reports to communicate program outcomes.
• Knowledge of program evaluation, continuous quality improvement, and data-informed decision-making processes.
• Ability to provide training, coaching, technical assistance, and professional development to diverse audiences.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions, establish priorities, and exercise independent judgment.
• Strong organizational, project management, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing program priorities.
• Ability to develop collaborative partnerships and facilitate group processes to support program implementation and organizational change.
• Demonstrated ability to identify funding opportunities and contribute to grant development and sustainability planning.

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Advertised Salary

ADA

This position requires statewide travel to implementation sites, training locations, conferences, and other meeting locations. This position also requires collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders. This position requires the ability to listen, hear, speak, and communicate effectively in individual and group settings. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

College/Department Highlights

The Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP) is Utah’s federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The IDRPP opened its doors in 1972 and was the first UCEDD program in the U.S. to focus on the educational and social needs of children and adults with disabilities. Over the past 50 years the IDRPP has grown into one of the largest UCEDD programs in the nation and is recognized as a pioneer in research, training, technical assistance, and services for children and adults with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them.

The IDRPP is committed to hiring people with disabilities, veterans, and diverse individuals from all communities and backgrounds. We value visible and invisible differences, and we recognize that diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applicants who bring something different and unique to our organization. We value creativity, loyalty, and hard work. We believe that we can change the world and make it a better, more inclusive place for everyone, and we want to hire people who also believe that they can make a difference.

Mission

We are working together to create inclusive communities and improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities and their families through sustainable innovation, collaborative research, responsive service, and interdisciplinary training and education.

Values

• We Innovate: We lead by developing dynamic, sustainable, forward-thinking programs and services.
• We Include: We demonstrate how to effectively work toward inclusive communities in our planning, programs, and services. We celebrate diversity in ability, race, ethnicity, culture, language, gender, sexual orientation, politics, and religion.
• We Collaborate: We forge partnerships. Working together makes us more effective and responsive to the current needs of our clients and communities.
• We Care: We do what we do because we care. We are making the world a better place for people with disabilities and their families.

Funding Statement

The Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice is one of the largest research and outreach centers at USU, and we are largely funded through grants, contracts, and fee-for-service programs. All staff positions at the IDRPP are contingent upon funding, and all senior staff at the IDRPP with graduate degrees are responsible for helping to generate funding to support our operations and growth.

College Highlights

The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is home to eight departments and is committed to providing the best learning opportunities and educational research in the state of Utah. Our programs are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. The college offers clinical services to the community across the human lifespan and provides students with real-world service and research opportunities.

University Highlights

As Utah’s student-centered, land-grant research university, Utah State University expands opportunity and strengthens communities across the state through learning, discovery, extension, and engagement. Founded in 1888, USU now holds two Carnegie distinctions: R1 status for very high research activity and the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. Its innovative research and scholarship is grounded in reciprocal partnerships with local, regional, and global communities, advancing knowledge and serving the public good across Utah, the nation, and the world. With over 50 world-class research facilities and the nation’s second-oldest undergraduate research program, USU prepares students to become active, civically engaged leaders who can address critical societal challenges.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, which it joined July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

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