Details

　　Open Date 01/17/2024

　　Requisition Number PRN37447B

　　Job Title PS Assoc Dir, Ops & Logistics

　　Working Title PS Assoc Dir, Ops & Logistics

　　Job Grade G

　　FLSA Code Executive

　　Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

　　Standard Hours per Week 40

　　Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

　　Shift Day

　　Work Schedule Summary

　　Arranged with Supervisor

　　VP Area U of U Health - Academics

　　Department 01710 - CCTS - CMTY OUTREACH & ENGAGE

　　Location Campus

　　City Salt Lake City, UT

　　Type of Recruitment External Posting

　　Pay Rate Range $74,350 - $109,649

　　Close Date

　　Open Until Filled Yes

　　Job Summary

　　We seek a dynamic individual with experience in community engagement and team leadership to facilitate our work in building collaborations between researchers and community stakeholders. TheCommunity Collaboration and Engagement Team ( CCET ) (https://ctsi.utah.edu/cores-and-services/ccet) of the Utah Center for Clinical and Translational Science ( CTSI ) seeks to build collaborative and inclusive partnerships to engage and advance efforts to improve the health and well-being of communities and patients, including vulnerable and underserved populations.

　　The CCET’sService Recharge Center (https://ctsi.utah.edu/cores-and-services/ccet/services) provides structured fee-for-service to researchers to enhance their research projects through consultation with community members. Services include engagement studios, interviews, community advisory boards, and more. These services are available at any time during the research lifecycle.

　　CCET develops and maintains close partnerships with several community stakeholders. CCET supports Community Faces of Utah ( CFU ), a partnership among community, university, and health department organizations in Salt Lake City that focuses on engaging and empowering all to pursue better health and eliminate health inequalities. The partnership operates on principles of mutual respect, collaboration, equality, and multi-directional learning. CFU meets monthly to collaborate on various research and community projects.

　　The Associate Director will be responsible for providing administrative, financial, and operational support for our fee-for-service recharge center, and for the training and support of the staff leading the delivery of those services. The Associate Director will support strategic planning and the development of the future direction of the team and ensure the successful completion of grant goals and timelines. The Associate Director will also be responsible for developing and coordinating efforts across partnerships within the University of Utah and the community.

　　Responsibilities

　　Under the oversight of the Director of Community and Stakeholder Engagement, develops, organizes, and supports all aspects of strategic planning and execution of goals, budgets, and timelines for CCETProvides administrative, financial, and operational oversight of CCETService Recharge Center

　　Works closely with CCET staff on the daily operations and delivery of patient, community, and other stakeholder engagement services.

　　Provides guidance and direction on individual service projects.Advises on optimal project design to meet investigator needs and on stakeholder recruitment for service fulfillment.Evaluate and improve services, addressing organizational and staff concerns

　　Community Partnership Development

　　Engages in networking with community and university stakeholders to build and maintain the broad, diverse connections needed to conduct the work of CCET .

　　Cultivates strong partnerships with community stakeholders to facilitate and accelerate community-engaged research locally and nationally.Serves as primary CCET liaison to the Community Faces of Utah collaborative, facilitating collaborations between CFU and investigators at its monthly meetings and beyond. Support CFU participation in conferences and meetings.Staff Oversight & Training

　　Oversees the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of CCET staff.

　　Develops, implements, and facilitates professional development trainings and activities for the continuous improvement of the staff, particularly in the areas of service delivery and community engagement methods, including thematic analysesLeads reporting of program progress to the Director of the Community & Stakeholder Engagement Core and CTSI leadership. Contributes to the preparation of reports to internal (University leadership) and external stakeholders ( NIH / NCATS ).Participates in the CTSI leadership team, including monthly meetings, quarterly retreats, and the annual external advisory board meeting.Participate as assigned on CTSI and University committees.Participates in presentations, writing, and revising manuscripts related to the CCET’s work and the research facilitated by the CCET .Other duties as assigned.Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

　　Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

　　Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

　　Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

　　Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

　　Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; plus six years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required. Master’s degree in Business Administration or related area preferred. This position is not responsible for providing patient care. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

　　This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

　　Preferences

　　Attainment of a Master’s or PhD degree in a relevant fieldStrong community engagement experience, preferably:

　　In more than one type of setting and/or with more than one type of partner (e.g., grass-roots community organizations, healthcare settings, faith-based organizations, patients, health departments, libraries, etc.)

　　Using more than one type of engagement approach

　　Strong qualitative research expertise

　　Experience with administrative, financial, and operational oversight of a program/project/unitExperience facilitating research collaborations between academic and community research partnersStrong communication skills (verbal and written)Previous experience supervising staffBroad connections in the non-academic communityType Benefited Staff

　　Special Instructions Summary

　　Additional Information

　　To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] (%[email protected]) or call 801-581-2300.

　　The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

　　This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

　　The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

　　Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

　　The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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