University of Maryland Medical System · 1 month ago
Workforce Development Specialist - Emerging Talent
Linthicum Heights, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$57K/yr - $79K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) serves more than one million patients and families every year. This role supports systemwide strategies to attract, engage, and advance emerging clinical talent, coordinating workforce initiatives and partnering with various organizations to build a diverse clinical workforce.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Designs and implements workforce development strategies to connect emerging talent to UMMS clinical career pathways
Builds and manages partnerships with schools, workforce boards, and community organizations to strengthen pipelines
Coordinates systemwide programs, trainings, and events that prepare students and employees for healthcare careers
Provides coaching and guidance for employees and participants seeking career growth
Connects participants to advancement programs, training opportunities, and educational pathways that align with UMMS workforce priorities
Helps participants identify and address barriers (e.g., childcare, transportation, tutoring, financial aid) to ensure successful career progression
Represents UMMS in workforce and community partnerships, including councils, committees, and local initiatives
Collaborates with internal Community Engagement teams to strengthen outreach in underrepresented and diverse communities
Promotes UMMS as an employer of choice through events, presentations, and workforce programming
Collects and maintains data on workforce participation, advancement, and retention
Prepares regular reports on program effectiveness and participant outcomes
Provides recommendations to leadership to continuously improve emerging talent strategies
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Resources, Business, Social Sciences, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Three (3) years of experience in workforce development, career readiness programming, career counseling, or program coordination
Strong knowledge of workforce development and emerging talent strategies
Experience with case management, coaching, and adult learning
Excellent communication and facilitation skills with diverse groups
Proven ability to build and sustain community and academic partnerships
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and workforce databases
Valid driver's license and ability to travel across UMMS
Company
University of Maryland Medical System
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kenneth Kozel
President and CEO
Hank Franey
Executive Vice President and CFO
Recent News
2023-06-30
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