Preparedness Alliance Project Coordinator

University of Minnesota
Preparedness Alliance Project Coordinator

The Health Emergency Response Office (HERO) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Preparedness Alliance Project Manager. Qualified candidates will be experienced in areas of project management, group facilitation, evaluation and communications. Work is performed under supervision of the Deputy Director. This position is part of a grant-funded partnership lasting through June 2026 with the Minnesota Department of Health.

The purpose of the Preparedness Alliance Project is to develop and implement an engagement process between MDH and the MN health care systems and associations, to reflect on pandemic experiences and identify gaps and opportunities to be better prepared for a future coordinated response. Project goals are to 1) Identify gaps in coordination and communications in preparedness plans, 2) Strengthen understanding of equity and access within healthcare systems during a disaster, and 3) document inventory of successful processes during the Covid-19 response.

This is a temp casual, 14-hour or less per week position.

Duties and Essential Functions

Project Coordination (60%)

• Support the Prep Alliance team in developing and implementing timelines and work plans to meet project objectives.
• Communicate between project sponsor, stakeholders and team members to meet deadlines, provide status updates, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Provide guidance and supervision to project team members for research and evaluation activities.

Meeting Facilitation (20%)

• Work with project team and sponsors to design, develop and facilitate a series of inquiry convenings with healthcare partners and MDH on COVID response coordination efforts.
• Work with MDH project team to plan meeting logistics.
• Develop and disseminate convening materials and pre-work, including surveys.

Evaluation Activities (15%)

• Along with other team members, conduct evaluation methods including surveys, key informant interviews and other methods to define and explore evaluation questions and topics.
• Along with other team members, develop a plan for data analysis and management.
• Engage stakeholders and MDH partners in action planning and report development of evaluation findings.

Other various tasks as assigned by the Deputy Director and other senior team members (5%)

Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Annual Salary Range:

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in public health, evaluation, communications or a related field with at least 6 years of experience.
• Ability to plan and organize groups and activities.
• Ability to coordinate and provide leadership to healthcare and governmental public health partners.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, to individuals and groups, in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to lead projects, monitor deadlines, prioritize assignments, ensure deliverables are completed, and creatively problem-solve.
• Demonstrated team player with ability to work independently as well.
• Problem solver and self-starter.
• Cultural sensitivity and humility.

The Health Emergency Response Office (HERO) is responsible for the development of campus-level plans and procedures that address a variety of health incident and emergency scenarios.

Mission

Planning and Coordination
Ensure health incidents and emergencies affecting the University community are addressed in a timely, efficient, and effective manner.

Response Readiness
Coordinate health sciences personnel to assist in campus, local, state, or national health emergencies, and in so doing, provide unique experiential learning opportunities for students, staff, and faculty.

Continuity of Operations
Ensure minimal disruption to the University's clinical and health science research enterprises through well-informed and coordinated response efforts.

Teaching
Share public health and health emergency subject matter expertise through teaching and mentorship with undergraduate and graduate students.

Consultation
Provide public health and emergency response expertise through consultation and support to public health, healthcare, and emergency management partners at the local, state, and national levels.

Pay Range: $82/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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