Director of Health Professions Pathways Program

Employer: Marian University (IN)
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Salary: Competitive Salary
Date posted: Aug 7, 2024

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Position Type: Faculty Positions, Health Sciences, Other Health & Medicine, Administrative, Student Affairs, Health Services, Other Student Affairs
Employment Type: Full Time

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As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University seeks a Director of Health Professions Pathway Program to promote our Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by providing leadership and direction in creating pathways that support recruiting and educating talented and diverse students for the health professions academic programs.

The Director of Health Professions Pathway Programs is a self-starter with exceptional relational skills. The director needs the ability to represent Marian University in a positive and professional way to diverse populations. Additionally, the director will collaborate with professionals in various divisions across campus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies.
Serves as the lead agent in planning and facilitating the annual MU Healthcare Summer Camp, including the coordination of camp marketing, communication, the application process, schedule & content, budget, etc.
Establishes and maintains relationships with K-12 school system administrators, guidance counselors, teachers, parents, and students, specifically as it relates to pathway programs of the health professions.
Establishes and maintains relationships with local community organizations that serve underrepresented populations, such as the Center for Leadership Development, Starfish Initiative, Indiana Latino Institute, and 21^st Century Scholars, specifically as it relates to pathway programs of the health professions.
In conjunction with Marian University’s K-12 School and Community Programs and Indiana Youth Programs on Campus (IYPC), serve as the lead agent in organizing and implementing MU Health Professions Pathway Programs, including simulation center tours and skills demonstration, aimed at connecting underrepresented middle and high school students with current MU health professions students, faculty, and alumni in healthcare careers.
Actively seeks and communicates service and outreach opportunities (tutoring, health, and wellness education, school supply drives, career fairs, career days, community clean-ups, etc.) connecting current health professions students with local K-12 school systems.
Establish and maintain relationships with healthcare clinicians (physicians, nurses, therapists, etc.) in the community as part an ongoing effort at providing mentoring opportunities for current health professions students.
Promotes the university’s mission and identity by helping foster an environment dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and belongingness.
Maintains a strong and collaborative relationship with the MU Office of Undergraduate Admissions and MU Office of 21^st Century Scholars.
Supervises the Coordinator for Health Professions Pathway Programs full-time position.
Other duties as assigned.

University Expectations:

Knowledge of and a commitment to the mission of Marian University
Adheres to Marian University’s policies and procedures
Shows courtesy and respect in interactions with fellow employees, students subordinates, and supervisors
Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
Meets department productivity standards
Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems
Assists to establish department measurements that align and support the accomplishment of the University’s strategic goals
Adheres to the department budget

Required Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The candidate must have the following qualifications:

Master’s degree
Previous experience with admissions/recruitment, student affairs, or leadership programs within an institution of K-12 education or higher education desired.
Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Marian University.
Excellent verbal, written, collaborative, and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple projects concurrently, and work under minimal supervision.
Communicate effectively with internal & external groups

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For Consideration All Applications Require:

Cover Letter
Current resume or CV
Contact information of three professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile.
Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions.

Please Review Marian University’s Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:

https://www.marian.edu/faith

Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Marian University

At Marian University, our vision is to provide an education distinguished in its ability to prepare transformative leaders for service to the world. Our mission is to be a great Catholic university dedicated to achieving excellence in learning, which is achieved through teaching, research, and scholarly activities in the Franciscan and liberal arts tradition. We welcome students of all faiths who seek an educational experience framed within the context of our Franciscan values of dignity of the individual, peace and justice, reconciliation, and responsible stewardship. Our understanding of these values is informed by reflection on the life of Jesus Christ and prayer.

The institution grew out of the dedication and vision of Sister Theresa Hackelmeier and the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, who established a school in Oldenburg, Indiana, in 1851. The college was founded in Oldenburg in 1936 and moved to Indianapolis in 1937. On July 1, 2009, Marian College became Marian University.

Marian University is proud to be a higher education institution just ten minutes away from downtown Indianapolis. Here, you’ll not only get to benefit from the exceptional employment and internship opportunities the city has to offer but also its diverse culture and lively personality. From cool cultural districts with unique entertainment, shopping, and dining options to outdoor festivals, professional and amateur sports events, hiking and biking trails, and more, Marian University is conveniently located in the heart of it all. Whether it’s walking around Monument Circle, floating down the canal in a paddleboat, visiting the various historical sites and museums, or dining on Mass Ave, you’ll quickly find your favorite local hangouts and love this city just as much as we do.

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