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Senior Project Coordinator for Supporting Families, UMKCs Institute for Human Development, 83968
University of Missouri-Kansas City | |
parental leave, paid time off | |
United States, Missouri, Kansas City | |
Sep 22, 2024 | |
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UMKC's Institute for Human Development (IHD), University Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDC) The UMKC Institute for Human Development, University Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (IHD) is an applied research and training center for human services designed to exemplify the University's goals of engaged scholarship and community partnerships. Its functions include interdisciplinary training, applied research, community program development and information dissemination. The LifeCourse Nexus Training and Technical Assistance Center, housed at UMKC Institute for Human Development, is designed to support the "intersect of Charting the LifeCourse ideas, collaboration and transformation." As the definition of "nexus" implies, it is the central place that connects or links groups, things, and ideas together. The LifeCourse Nexus provides an infrastructure to a growing network of implementers on the Charting the LifeCourse framework to learn from one another, share stories, and participate in opportunities to build one another's capacity. In addition, the Nexus serves as a research center, partnering with people and organizations who are using CtLC as a lens to enhance and innovate existing resources, training, and practices, and/or to develop new promising practices, resources, trainings, or products. The Nexus then disseminates these innovations, through access to resources and materials, and providing training and technical assistance. Job Description
The Institute for Human Development (IHD) is seeking an experienced and resourceful leader to become a Senior Project Coordinator for Supporting Families with the LifeCourse Nexus. This role is highly collaborative and is a key contributor to the successful development and expansion of family support training and knowledge translation goals specifically focused on supporting families and caregivers across multiple systems in Missouri and across the country. This position will have an integral leadership role in the National Community of Practice on Supporting Families (CoP), which works with more than 20 member states on initiatives leading to systemic change for families and caregivers. The LifeCourse Senior Project Coordinator will:
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree (social work, human/social services, healthcare management, or public administration) or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience in family leadership and organizational management from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Demonstrated relevant experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:
Anticipated Hiring Range
Anticipated salary range starts at $70,000, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity. Application Deadline
Open until filled, for best consideration apply by June 17, 2024. Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. Values Commitment In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621. |