Environmental Program Coordinator
FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $23.23 - $34.91 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid
Recruiter – Coral Ortega | caortega@utah.gov | 801-538-4624
Application Deadline – 8/17/2026*
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
The Division of Drinking Water is looking for an Environmental Program Coordinator to assist the Field Services Section in their mission to assist water systems in providing safe drinking water.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Coordinator for the Division’s Sanitary Survey and Level 2 Assessment programs. This will include data entry, assignment management and tracking, reviewing letters and data management using excel, web-based and in-house databases.
- Program Coordinator for the Division’s Emergency response program. This will include supporting policy and rule development, creating flow charts, and records management.
- Assist in partnership contracts: budget updates, services tracking, and administrative support.
- Process and track travel requests and reimbursements for section staff.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and learn new skills quickly.
- Knowledge and experience working with databases, using excel to track information and progress.
- Ability to solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
- Ability to work with peers, stakeholders, and customers in creating documents, including drafting, and reviewing policies or letters for context and grammar.
- Experience in customer service with ability to speak and write clearly and engage with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently and see projects through to completion with little supervision.
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Utah Drinking Water Operator Certification.
- Knolwedge of drinking water rules, operations, and inspections.
About the Role
Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
The Agency
For more information about the Department of Environmental Quality and the Division of Drinking Water, click here.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
