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Rural Health Transformation Program Health Program Coordinator


Health Program Coordinator (Multiple openings)

Rural Health Transformation Program


We are looking for four Health Program Coordinators to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to enter a dynamic environment where you will provide project oversight and support for Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) initiatives. 

The Health Program Coordinator provides comprehensive project oversight and administrative support for Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) initiatives. This role serves as a hub for coordinating program activities, managing and supporting strategic partnerships, and ensuring the seamless execution of program requirements. Candidates with experience in rural health-related systems and services are encouraged to apply.

We are hiring on a rolling basis:

  • This posting may be periodically reposted until all four slots are filled.

  • If you see this posting in the future, we are still actively looking for great people.

We are actively seeking talent from rural communities. We deeply value the unique perspectives of rural applicants and are eager to discuss how we can support your success.

Why You Should Join Our Team
Become an integral part of the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. Experience a sense of achievement for meaningful work and enjoy a work-life balance! We offer great health benefits and retirement plans, generous paid time off, and a balanced work schedule to afford quality time spent with your family. 

The Department
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Requirements

Job Duties:

  • Orchestrate daily programmatic activities and provide program level expertise to internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective implementation.

  • Design/support and standardization of reporting templates, operational timelines, and communication protocols.

  • Serve as a primary resource for funded partners, offering technical assistance to navigate program and funding requirements.

  • Lead the planning and execution of partner meetings to foster collaboration and align project goals

  • Monitor contractor performance and program activities to ensure adherence to compliance standards and accuracy.

  • Develop and maintain robust reporting mechanisms that satisfy federal and state documentation requirements.

  • Oversee the collection and verification of reporting elements to ensure all internal and external submissions are accurate and timely.

  • Maintain comprehensive records and documentation in accordance with state/federal policy and audit requirements.

  • Act as a liaison for community partners, supporting local engagement activities and fostering long-term collaborative relationships.

  • Facilitate regular contractor meetings to track progress and provide guidance on activity implementation.

  • Deliver ongoing training to contracted partners regarding program expectations, reporting structures, and financial compliance.

  • Performs other duties as needed to support program goals.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Maintains exceptional communication standards across multiple platforms while navigating a demanding, fast-paced workload.

  • Balances a rigorous task load with the ability to articulate complex information to varied audiences effectively.

  • Experience in project coordination, preferably within a health/rural health-related setting.

  • Skills in Google, Microsoft Office Suite, and experience with project coordination and management.

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to present complex program parameters to diverse audiences.


Preference

  • Familiarity with federal grants and state/federal compliance monitoring.

  • Experience working with rural populations or health-related systems in rural communities.

  • Strong ability to design and translate reporting requirements into actionable templates for partners and report to federal funders.

  • Working Conditions:
    • The typical office setting for this job is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. However, you may encounter some risks that are associated with any office setting, for example, the safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
    • Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. 
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work
  • Notes:
    • Continued employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Click here for current DHHS policy.
    • This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days. Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.
    • If you are a new hire or a rehire, you must have the capability to perform all work within State of Utah boundaries, no later than 30 days after your start date.
Date Posted
02/02/2026
Job Reference
47828
Organization
250 Health & Human Services
Location
Salt Lake County, UT
Category
Project/Program Management
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