EMSC State Partnership Specialist, Department of Pediatrics, Dell Medical School Full-time Job

Job Posting Title:EMSC State Partnership Specialist, Department of Pediatrics, Dell Medical School----Hiring Department:Department of Pediatrics----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Immediately----Position Duration:Expected to Continue Until Jun 30, 2024----Location:UT MAIN CAMPUS----Job Details:General NotesThis position is housed within the Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC). The incumbent, as part of the EIIC's State Partnership team, will be tasked with identifying and developing programs, materials, and resources in support of State and Territory EMSC Programs. All programs are aimed at achieving the EMSC mission through support of the State/Territory EMSC programs. This position requires a broad view of healthcare systems within both hospital and the prehospital environments as well as the ability to utilize a systems-based approach to improving pediatric emergency care including improved equity in access. This is a grant funded limited position expected to end June 30, 2024, with the opportunity for renewal.A hybrid or remote work arrangement is possible for this position, which is based in Austin, Texas. Pre-approval on state eligibility during the offer process will be required for remote work.Remote work will require reliable internet access and a suitable workspace free from distractions. PurposeThe State Partnership Specialist will work closely with State/Territory EMSC Program Managers to identify needs and create solutions that support Program Managers in addressing these needs. In addition to other EIIC State Partnership team members, the State Partnership Specialist will work closely with project managers, subject matter experts and staff within the EIIC to ensure the State Partnership EMSC Program voice is represented.ResponsibilitiesDevelop, recommend, and implement programs, improvements and changes that contribute to State and Territory EMSC program success.Coordinate with project managers, leaders, and subject matter experts from the EIIC, State and Territory EMSC Programs, and HRSA to create sustainable programs that support the State and Territory EMSC programs.Participate in the preparation of resource materials, toolkits, and other written material and documentation.Assist in the development of informational videos and graphics.Compile best practices, tools and resources generated from the above activities into an online toolkit with support from the Communications domain.Participate in internal and external State Partnership related meetings.Foster collaborative relationships with State and Territory EMSC Programs.Represent the voice of the State Partnership Programs in support of their defined mission.Maintain awareness of healthcare systems to assist State and Territory EMSC Programs with effective program implementation.Support the EIIC State Partnership domain reporting to the domain leader.Work autonomously; Willingly take direction and respond to constructive criticism. Effectively manage multiple goals, projects, plans and timelines to achieve project timely completion.Personify a team player who works within a paradigm of willingness to take responsibility for an overallproject even when aspects of project success require contribution from other stakeholders.Demonstrate a professional demeanor. Maintain high-level communication skills. Monitor, track, and report progress across a diverse set of projects and activities; Complete project deliverables.Actively contribute to performance and process improvement efforts.Create and review reports and records of activities to ensure progress is made toward specified program objectives.Coordinate and facilitate meetings, communications and other operations as needed.Out of state travel may be required 1-2x/yr for conferences or meetings.Other duties as assigned. Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Health Administration, or a related field and five (5) years of demonstrable, relevant work experience. Alternatively, a master's degree in Public Health, Health Administration or a related field and three (3) years of demonstrable, relevant work experience. Prior experience working in the areas of pediatrics, emergency medicine, public health, or healthcare administration. Experience with program development and planning in a healthcare or public health setting. Strong communication skills. Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, survey tool (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap), Zoom and email communications. The Dell Medical School is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to diversity and excellence within the learning health system. At the Dell Medical School, we strive to create a vital, inclusive health ecosystem. To ensure alignment, we follow these fundamental values: . Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred QualificationsExperience with grant funded programs. Experience in prehospital or hospital administration. Experience in applying quality improvement methodology in health care. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Survey tools and design including Qualtrics, RedCap, Zoom, and email communications. Communications or web design training or experience. Salary Range$50,000 + depending on qualificationsWorking ConditionsMay work around standard office conditions.Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.Use of manual dexterity.Out of state travel may be required 1-2x/yr for conferences or meetings.Required MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. 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In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----Employment Eligibility:Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----Retirement Plan Eligibility:The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.----Pay Transparency:The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.----Employment Eligibility Verification:If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.----E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: [PDF] [PDF] [PDF] [PDF]----Compliance:Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.