Part Time Workforce Development Coordinator

Job Description

The Latino Center for Health has an outstanding opportunity for a part time Workforce Development Coordinator to join their team.

About this Opportunity
Reporting to the Administrator of Program Operations, the Workforce Development Coordinator will play a key role in advancing the Latino Center for Health’s efforts to increase the healthcare workforce serving the Latinx population in Washington state. This position will coordinate efforts among multiple health sciences schools at the University of Washington, as well as other universities and colleges across Washington state.
This role will also include primary leadership responsibility for coordination and implementation of the Center’s small grant program, the Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney Latino Graduate Student Fellowship Program, development of new student practicum and internship opportunities, and supporting LCH student volunteers, as well as coordinating the Latinx Faculty Recognition event (bi-annual).  This role will also help support the development and implementation of the Center’s Health Sciences Latinx Specialization Program and the study program.

Key Responsibilities

Workforce Development efforts (including Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney Graduate Scholars Fellowship) 50%:

- Lead implementation of the Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney Graduate Scholars Fellowship program, including maintaining fellowships with current educational institutions and establishing fellowship with new educational institutions.

- Create and maintain a system for tracking fellowship alumni. Develop a program that brings existing fellowship recipients together with fellowship alumni.

- Maintain and further develop the fellowship curriculum program and programmatic activities for current recipients.

- Track and analyze fellowship outcomes, using data to refine strategies and demonstrate impact.

- Identify and develop partnerships with Latinx-serving community-based organizations and providers to create internships and practicum opportunities.

- Represent LCH in student engagement initiatives such as career fairs, networking events, mentorship programs, and skill-building workshops.

- Create and implement an onboarding program for student and other volunteers.

- Coordinate and administratively support activities of the workforce development portfolio including developing printed materials and online media in collaboration with the center’s communications coordinator.

Small Grants Program 20%:

- Coordinate The Latino Center for Health's biannual small grants program.

- Develop communications materials for the small grants program.

- Communicate the small grant program opportunity to schools, departments, and divisions within eligible units at the University of Washington and communicate the small grant program opportunity to Latinx-serving community-based organizations within WA state.

- Coordinate the application and review process for the small grants program.

- Work with school of social work administration and LCH administration to ensure disbursement of small grants awards.

- Oversee small grant awards through to completion and collection of final reports.

General Center Support 30%:

- Coordinate the biannual Latinx faculty recognition event in collaboration with centered leadership and staff.

- Participate in weekly team meetings and bi-weekly supervision meetings and other general center activities as needed in collaboration with center staff and the Center’s leadership.

Required Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications:

- High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in Workforce Development and Student Programs

- Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Desired Qualifications:

- Fluency in Spanish.

- Master’s degree in a health field, such as public health, social work or related fields.

- Familiarity with research activity.

- Knowledge of urban and rural context of Latinos in Washington state;

- Knowledge of health context of Latinos;

- Experience working with elected officials and community leaders

- Experience in planning and implementation

- Ability to represent LCH in a professional manner with internal and external

- stakeholders and colleagues and work effectively across stakeholders

- A high level of organization and keen attention to detail

- Ability to balance multiple demands simultaneously under time constraints

- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

- Strong ability to communicate well with people from diverse ethnic/racial and

- socioeconomic background

- Ability to work both independently with limited supervision, and collaboratively as part of a team

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:
$47,256.00 annual Pay Range Maximum:
$63,156.00 annual Other Compensation:
- Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ Shift:
First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
60.00% Union/Bargaining Unit:
SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory
About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .