Job Summary:

Join the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) as the Practicum and Careers Services Principal Professional. This position is a key member of the school's Office of Practice-Based Learning (PBL) and Office of Academic & Student Affairs (OASA) and will assist in the development and coordination of high-quality PBL and career services opportunities for ColoradoSPH students.

The individual in this position will be responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, personal accountability, and responsibility in a wide range of areas, including academic, administrative, managerial, and student services functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support and resources for student PBL opportunities; post and maintain PBL and career listings in Handshake.
• Develop and maintain relationships with individual faculty and academic advisors to improve practicum and capstone advising resources; initiate and coordinate all student training affiliation agreements between host sites and the university for all partner campuses.
• Help coordinate and execute PBL and career services networking opportunities as part of ColoradoSPH events, as well as develop new strategic events.
• Prepare, coach, and advise students regarding all phases of practicum preparation (e.g. refer students to appropriate opportunities, facilitate onboarding, view proposals to ensure accreditation competencies are being met).
• Lead the PBL data analysis and evaluation efforts (e.g. coordinate practicum and capstone evaluation processes for faculty, employers, and students; prepare PBL statistics and assessments; lead survey evaluation efforts for faculty, preceptor, and student assessment of practicum and capstone experiences).
• Engage in preceptor outreach to potential employers and PBL host sites, including companies and community organizations.
• Promote professional development resources and opportunities across appropriate channels (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Newsletters, Handshake).

This is a full-time position and reports to the Faculty Director of Practice-Based Learning and Associate Dean of Academic & Student Affairs.

Work Location:

Hybrid - This position is located on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO and is eligible to work a hybrid schedule with at least two days of the week that can be worked from home.

Why Join Us:

The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) is a unique and collaborative graduate school that combines the collective expertise of three Colorado universities: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz) in Aurora, Colorado State University (CSU) in Fort Collins, and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) in Greeley, Colorado. The Colorado School of Public Health is the only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing a vital contribution towards ensuring our region's health and wellbeing. The school's faculty, staff, and students work together to reach underserved populations, share knowledge, and conduct innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, costly injuries, and more. To learn more about the School, please visit: https://coloradosph.cuanschutz.edu/.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of professional level experience.
  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health.
• Experience in a higher education setting.
• Experience in the public health field and/or teaching.
• Experience with and commitment to working with a diverse student population.
• Experience working with community organizations on practicum, internship, and other educational placements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Knowledge of higher education recruitment, admissions, administration.
• Technical skill and knowledge to work with student information systems and databases.

How to Apply:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it!

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
2. Curriculum Vitae / Resume.
3. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Questions should be directed to: Katherine.Brumfield@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by May 25, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting target salary for this position has been established as $56,000 - $70,000.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.