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Samuel Merritt University · 2 weeks ago

Program Manager, Pathway Initiatives & Volunteer Opportunities

Oakland Campus

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$88K/yr - $95K/yr

5+ years exp

Samuel Merritt University is focused on expanding access to healthcare careers for underrepresented youth through various initiatives. The Program Manager will provide leadership and strategic oversight for pathway initiatives, manage volunteer engagement, and build community partnerships to support youth engagement in healthcare careers.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee the development and implementation of pathway programs designed to engage underrepresented youth in healthcare career exploration. This includes coordinating workshops, field trips, career fairs, mentorship opportunities, and educational resources. This position will also oversee grant programs related to pathway building and health equity

Develop and oversee a university-wide volunteer engagement strategy that supports curricular and co-curricular learning, community engagement, and institutional service goals. Build sustainable systems for recruitment, training, deployment, and recognition of volunteers. Provide consultation to academic programs seeking to integrate volunteer or community engagement components. Supervise volunteer cohorts during CCE/EHI events and serve as a subject-matter expert on effective volunteer utilization

Cultivate and strengthen partnerships with community organizations, schools (including Community Colleges), and healthcare institutions to build pathways that support youth engagement in healthcare careers and promote diversity in the healthcare workforce. This includes working in collaboration with the SMU Office of Admissions to build solid pipelines for future SMU students who are underrepresented in the healthcare field. This position also involves the coordination of internal groups, including student clubs whose missions involve pathway building, to align with the CCE/EHI’s and the broader university’s mission around pathway building

Track and assess program outcomes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and providing regular updates on progress to stakeholders

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Program ManagementVolunteer ManagementCommunity Partnership BuildingYouth EngagementEvent CoordinationCultural ResponsivenessProblem-Solving & AdaptabilityGrant ManagementCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in public health or a related degree is required

Minimum of five years of experience

Experience in community education and outreach

Pathway building

Program planning and evaluation

Thorough understanding of health equity issues required

Leadership experience as a program or project director

Experience with grant management and reporting

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple pathway programs and ensure their successful execution

Experience recruiting, training, and managing volunteers

Ability to create a positive and productive environment for volunteers

Ability to think strategically about volunteer engagement strategy

Ability to engage with underrepresented youth

Strong networking and relationship-building skills

Experience planning and coordinating events

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Deep understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented youth in pursuing healthcare careers

Commitment to equity

Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome challenges and enhance the effectiveness of programs

Physical ability to lift 25 pounds

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Company

Samuel Merritt University

Samuel Merritt University delivers a high-quality health sciences education with a focus on compassion and community engagement.

Founded in 1909

Oakland, California, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.samuelmerritt.edu/

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