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Job Summary/Basic Function:
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The Public Health Workforce and Community Engagement Director
is responsible for managing student internship opportunities,
coordinate student recruitment activities, and cultivating alumni
engagement including the creation of the first annual MPH giving
campaign. The Director, under the direction of the Chair, will
maximize community relationships in order to grow public health
programs across the university and region.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Master’s degree in public health or related field with four years of
public health experience. Must have exceptional interpersonal skills,
and a strong work history of project development and completion.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter and be able to work
both independently and as part of a team.
Extensive knowledge of the local and state public health workforce
also required.
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Preferred Qualifications
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Strong written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and other
communication software.
Documented success leading collaborative partnerships within
health care, public health, non-profit, and other community agencies.
Experience working with Marketing and Communications teams.
Experience in fundraising.
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Essential Functions and percent of time:
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30% – Workforce Development
Supervise MPH student practice placements, work with agencies and
university colleges to identify public health learning sites for
university public health programs, and work with faculty and
program administration to identify emerging areas for student
employment. The Director is also responsible for coordinating
program activities that meet the CEPH accreditation requirement for
addressing the professional development needs of the current public
health workforce, including assessment and providing workforce
activities.
30% – Student Recruitment
Develop and manage a series of student recruitment activities
geared toward medical students, public health workforce, health
care professionals, and undergraduate students. Host events on
main, Lake and other college campuses, and provide guest lectures
as requested. Participate in the marketing of university public health
programs, assist in the creation of marketing materials, and assist
in social media outreach.
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Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
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30% – Alumni Engagement
Host and participate in events designed to maintain relationships
with MPH alumni. The cultivation of these relationships will expand
the number of student mentors and facilitate student recruitment.
The Director will also work with the Boonshoft School of Medicine
Advancement Director to initiate the first annual public health-giving
campaign that coincides with the 15th anniversary of the program.
The Director also coordinates the activities of the public health honor
society and assists in other recognition programs.
10% – Other duties, as assigned
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Working Conditions
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Special contract position with continuation dependent on funding.
Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.
Will require regular local travel and occasional regional travel.
Availability for evening and weekend activities. Will need to work
collaboratively with various professionals, including faculty,
university recruiters, and development professionals.
Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly
encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and
individuals with disabilities.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and
to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of
Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct
various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history
when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an
administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university
learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime
(except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions
related to background checks may be found on the Human
resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is
tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling
and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is
prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or
leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and
apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of
location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or
on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State
University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including
students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients,
volunteers, and contractor employees.
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