Program Coordinator (7397U), Public Health Administration - 63143
University of California, Berkeley
Location
Berkeley, CA | United States
Job description
Program Coordinator (7397U), Public Health Administration - 63143 About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , our Principles of Community , and our Strategic Plan .
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu .
Departmental Overview Department Overview
Berkeley Public Health (BPH) aims to improve population health, especially for the most vulnerable, through interdisciplinary collaborations, preeminent education, and transformational research. Established in 1943, BPH is a professional school on the UC Berkeley campus that comprises six academic divisions and nearly 30 research centers and programs. Our department's values include social justice, health as a right, challenging conventional thought, embracing diversity, and creating meaningful impact. We honor our principles of community by centering and valuing everyone in our community; prioritizing prevention while remaining grounded in social justice; promoting safety and respect; practicing self-care and kindness; and remaining optimistic, hopeful, and committed to change. Learn more at: publichealth.berkeley.edu .
SafeTREC Overview:
The UC Berkeley Safe Transportation Research and Education Center (SafeTREC) was established in 2000 as the Traffic Safety Center (TSC) to address the fact that motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for people aged 1 to 34 in the U.S.-and a major cause of minor and debilitating injuries for all age groups. SafeTREC's mission is to inform decision-making and empower communities to improve roadway safety for all. The center is funded by a combination of contracts and grants from federal and state agencies and private foundations.
At SafeTREC, we are committed to helping each other succeed, having a growth mindset, speaking-up, inclusion, and accountability. We are looking for inclusive-minded applicants who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diversity of our faculty, staff, and student population and the communities we work with across the state of California. Our team is an innovative and equity-focused community that envisions a world with zero roadway fatalities or serious injuries and a culture that prioritizes safe mobility for all. This position is part of a high performing team culture informed by Berkeley's Principles of Community: .
Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: January 5, 2024
Responsibilities - Applies professional concepts to perform analysis of active transportation safety and injury data and systems pertaining to moderately complex projects, policies and/or processes and functions.
- Analyzes scope of projects and determine tasks to support the implementation of the activities, including planning and directing meetings and conference calls with key partners, developing critical routes and timelines, and if applicable, suggesting and conducting new strategies and establishing contact with new programs for potential partnership and collaboration.
- Prepares, edits and modifies documents including research reports, manuscripts, presentations and proposals.
- Creates summaries, frameworks, and overviews for current key participants and partners and potential participants/partners.
- Documents the various stages and steps of the project for analysis and improvement of future cycles.
- Works with the Program Manager to prepare materials to seek grants and/or to support projects.
- Gathers and assembles analytical and factual data on assigned problems and issues to prepare reports and/or analyses summarizing information on the assigned issues and commenting on other significance for internal department constituents.
- Contacts internal and external staff at all organizational levels to gather information needed for project implementation.
- Maintains monthly or weekly communication with multiple coordinators and program managers involved and participating in sponsored projects offsite.
- Using subject matter knowledge, collects and prepares information for use in discussions, meetings of high-level management and external constituents.
- Analyzes opportunities, needs, and existing resources to expand, consolidate, or implement projects depending upon funding sources, funding allocation, or funding obligation.
- On a project basis, performs analytical studies on a variety of new opportunities, emerging health disparities and needs, or current problems/issues/policies in access to care, among other topics.
- Participates in workshops, trainings, and other professional development activities.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Solid oral and written communication skills.
- Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
- Ability to think creatively, critically, and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a dynamic and diverse team, including faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
- Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
- Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
- Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.
- Experience analyzing information and synthesizing large amounts of quantitative and qualitative data with strong attention to detail.
- Experience managing community outreach programs for underserved populations.
- Computer/graphic literacy across applications, specifically Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite (namely: Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator), email, and Internet.
- Familiarity with transportation safety, public health policy trends, and/or working with underserved communities.
- Ability to participate in occasional travel within CA outside of normal working hours.
Education/Training:
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual written and spoken Spanish fluency.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $32.09 - $35.92 ($67,000.00 - $75,000.00 annually). The full pay scale range is $28.30 - $48.71 ($59,100.00 - $101,700.00 annually).
- This is a 100%, full-time (40 hours per week), Contract position through September 2025, that is eligible for full UC benefits.
- This position is non-exempt and paid bi-weekly.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.
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