Posting Number

req14253

Department

UAHS Equity, Diversity & Incl

Department Website Link

Location

UAHS - Tucson

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

At the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion within the University of Arizona Health Sciences, we lead initiatives, community outreach and recruitment to expand the pipeline of diversity and inclusion efforts for students, residents, faculty and staff. This position will perform investigatory research or evaluations to identify appropriate services. Liaison between UAHS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) programs and events, research programs and services and the community. Collects data to assist in evaluating program and services and identify needs for additional programs or services. Plans, organizes, and coordinates program schedule and logistics, including making room reservations, scheduling speakers, coordinating MCAT and GRE workshops, coordinating with faculty mentors, ordering program supplies, assisting students in preparing posters and research presentations, planning and implementing opening and closing events, other Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) events, and other tasks as needed. Develops communications materials to promote programs and events in communities with Director and Executive Director guidance. We are seeking a dynamic, reliable program coordinator to join our team in an environment that requires a high level of organization, flexibility, collaboration, initiative, critical thinking skills, and creative problem-solving.

Please note: Three (3) professional references will be required as part of the interview process.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating, implementing, evaluating and tracking the 10-week program and participants.
• Manage program application process, including opening the online application, disseminating information, answering applicant questions, and assisting with applicant review and final selection.
• Plan, coordinate and implement research facility training, hands-on activities (ASTEC lab, anatomy lab, etc.), and transportation and tour logistics for participants.
• Prepare and organize budgets and reports. Collect summer internship participant data and maintain documentation on the progress of activities.
• Communication, collaboration, negotiating service-learning agreements with partners including AzAHEC Regional Centers, ad placement. In coordination with summer program Director & UAHS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Executive Director: plan, organize and coordinate program schedule and logistics, including making room reservations, scheduling speakers, coordinating MCAT and GRE workshops, coordinating with faculty mentors, ordering program supplies, assisting students in preparing posters and research presentations, planning and implementing opening and closing events, other Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) events, and other tasks as needed.
• Outreach, Recruitment & Selection. Design, disseminate and present, promotional materials about the program and other Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) programs. Serves as liaison between health profession school applicants, UA Pre-Health Professions Advising, UAHS Student Services and COM Admissions as appropriate, to coordinate academic guidance, learning support services and engagement with the health profession schools application process.
• Work in close collaboration with UAHS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and UAHS Partners to conduct applicant preparation workshops and activities (AZ Applicant Academy, MMI Workshop, AAIP-PAW, etc.) and to participate in recruitment events (health professions fairs, Second Look, etc.) and other EDI events and programming.
• Provides programmatic support for other UAHS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) events, workshops, and programs.
• Performs outreach and recruitment for summer program and other UAHS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) programs.
• Delivers polished and professional presentations. Coordinate and implement outreach and recruitment for cultural diversity events, educational activities and programs related to the health professions pathway and medical career education.
• May supervise student worker(s).
• Other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to finish tasks independently within a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, digital, and team-working skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and able to prioritize and juggle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Attention to detail, and high degree of openness to new approaches and new ideas.
• Ability to maintain contact with individuals across campus and maintain relationships with AHEC and UArizona partners
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings.
• Proficiency in using computer software such as Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Publisher, etc.
• Organized, communicative, and adaptable.
• High degree of dependability, accountability and trustworthiness.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Outreach and Community Engagement

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$48,976 - $63,991, annually

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

7

Career Stream and Level

PC3

Job Family

Cmty Outreach

Job Function

Outreach & Community Engage

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Lydia Kennedy | lkkennedy@arizona.edu | (520) 626-2490

Open Date

3/27/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.