Community Health Engagement Coordinator

Position Summary

The Office of Research is hiring a skilled health professional who is expected to support community engaged research and Extension projects under the direction of Drs. Alison Berg and Allisen Penn. The successful candidate will meet the needs of the state of Georgia and Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance. (Georgia CTSA ) This person will work with Georgia communities and Extension specialists and agents to build capacity for and implement community-engaged clinical and translational research that furthers the critical land grant mission of UGA and expands the impact of the Georgia CTSA . This is for a Public Service Assistant/Associate Non-Tenure Track position.

• The Community Health Program and Research Coordinator will work with Extension state specialists and researchers to support, implement, and evaluate community health research and capacity building initiatives.
• Work collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams to foster a systems approach to community health.
• Work collaboratively with state and federal agencies, other universities, industry, the Georgia CTSA, and other entities to expand program reach in the areas of health and wellness.
• Facilitate local health coalitions and health issue teams to assess and prioritize community needs, document prioritized needs, and communicate with various stakeholders at the state and local level, and support development of new coalitions as needed.
• Provide training and education for local extension faculty and staff, coalitions, and other community stakeholders on research capacity and public health principles.
• Work collaboratively with the Extension Specialists, agents, and leadership to develop a framework for identifying community health priorities through community leadership.
• Collaborate with Extension specialists, research faculty, and informatics experts to identify health metrics and community health priorities to include in a database that will inform alignment of needs with resources.
• Participate actively in the Georgia CTSA Community Engagement Core to connect local extension health coalitions, leadership teams, faculty, and issue teams to Georgia CTSA researchers and initiatives.
• Support translational research and Extension projects through activities such as data collection, data management, data analysis, report writing and contribution to scientific publications, presentations, and reports.
• Provide administrative support for community-engaged research functions of the Georgia CTSA Community Engagement Core.
• Serve as a liaison between communities, UGA Extension, Archway, and other Public Service and Outreach Units, the Georgia CTSA, and other key stakeholders.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications received by January 15, 2022, will receive full consideration with a start date of March 1, 2022. Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled. Required application materials include a cover letter, a full vita, examples of teaching and scholarly work, and contact information for three references (including email addresses).

The request for letters of recommendation will be conducted at the appropriate time in the search process deemed by the search chair and/or hiring official of this position.

Applications submitted in other ways will not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position can be directed to the search committee chair, Ali Berg alisoncberg@uga.edu .

Posting Details

Posting Number

F1103P

Working Title

Community Health Engagement Coordinator

Department

VPR-Biomed & Health Sci Inst

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

03/01/2022

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

12/01/2021

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Public Service Professional AC

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree (MS, MPH ) in community health, public health, health promotion, Extension education and/or related field.

Additional Requirements

For more information regarding the Public Service Assistant/Associate ranks please see the UGA Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Public Service and Outreach Faculty https://outreach.uga.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Guidelines-for-Appointments-and-Promotion-2021.pdf

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Doctorate in community health, public health, health promotion, Extension education and/or related field preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in public/community health.
• History with Extension and public service and outreach preferred.
• Background in research (data collection, data management, data analysis, writing for scientific publications) preferred.
• A record of working with community leadership groups.
• Preferred Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations: Certified Health Education Specialist ( CHES ), Masters Certified Health Education Specialist ( MCHES ), Community Health Worker, Certified in Public Health, or related certification preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• A background in research (data collection, data management, data analysis, writing for scientific publications) preferred.
• History working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment involving multi-tasking.
• Strong interpersonal communication and public speaking and presentation skills
• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of colleagues and audiences including academic colleagues, medical professionals, practitioners, Extension agents, graduate and undergraduate students and the public.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• A record of working with diverse audiences.
• Ability to utilize distance learning technologies.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Community health coalition leadership, training, and coordination.
• Work with Georgia CTSA and Extension state specialists, researchers, data analysts, and informatics expertise to inform database development and monitoring for needs assessment and to inform research and outreach initiatives.
• Assistance with community-engaged research and program evaluation coordination, including data collection, data management, data analysis, reporting to external oversight organizations, report writing, scientific publication writing and review.
• Service in the community-engaged research efforts of the Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance.
• Coordinate activities with graduate and undergraduate students and interns.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information
4. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents