Community Outreach Coordinator III - Psychology

Community Outreach Coordinator III

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At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary.

JOB PURPOSE: Manage, develop, coordinate and implement multiple regional and statewide activities and projects for the Wyoming Center on Aging (WYCOA), including development and maintenance of strategic partnerships, program marketing, and program evaluation. The Community Outreach Coordinator, III is responsible for coordinating the activities of WyCOA grants and contracts and works closely with Center on Aging leadership to ensure all grant/contract deliverables are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and present outreach programs/services for targeted groups, such as training workshops, conferences, and school or community presentations; assess program needs, organize program materials; evaluate program success.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with agencies and organizations interested in specified programs or services.
• Develop and conduct in-service training which includes program design and delivery.
• Develop marketing plans and publicity materials for distribution to target audience.
• Develop budgets and maintain financial records related to a specific activity, project, or service.
• Develop and maintain database and/or website related to a specific activity, project, or service.
• Act as project manager in planning and coordinating activities to support a specific program.
• Research, prepare, and/or write grants, applications, and fundraising proposals to sources at local, state, and national levels.
• Conduct research for an activity, program or service and write articles and reports and develop strategies and avenues to disseminate information and research.
• May supervise professional and technical staff in implementing programs, objectives, and goals.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Participate in performance-related goal setting and achievement to meet personal and organizational goals and objectives.
• Attend and participate in training and other personal professional development activities.

COMPETENCIES:

• Individual Leadership
• Collaboration
• Formal Presentation Skills
• Work Prioritization & Management
• Initiative

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree in a healthcare field

Experience: 4 years progressively responsible work-related experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements: Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of: Aging, healthcare, social services, and/or chronic disease prevention and management programs
• Project planning, leadership, and supervision theory, methods and practices
• Community outreach entities and support organizations
• Assessment and data analysis techniques, methods, and practices
• Request for proposal techniques and methods
• Special events planning methods and techniques
• Departmental computer technologies including system requirements, functions, upgrades, additions, and new hardware and software developments

Skills and Abilities to:

• Apply problem-solving techniques and professional judgement in complex, confidential and sensitive situations
• Access, establish, and maintain a network of community agencies for resources and referral purposes
• Work effectively with faculty, staff, students, families, and other customers from different backgrounds
• Adhere to high standards of integrity, confidentiality, and honesty
• Work as a team member and foster a cooperative team environment
• Develop future and oversee current activities of aging and chronic disease prevention and management programs
• Assess department needs and develop new or enhance existing programs
• Understand, interpret, and implement Federal, State, and University policies and procedures
• Organize and promote special events

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

WORK LOCATION:

Remote/Flexible Work: This position is eligible for remote work and/or a flexible work schedule.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit