Project Coordinator

Title: Project Coordinator

Employee Classification: Project Coordinator

Campus: University of North Texas

• Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Texas Coll of Osteopathic Med

Department: HSC-Peds and Women's Hlth-300740

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us

• Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The mission of the Department of Pediatrics and Women's Health is to continuously improve the quality and value of our education, pediatric health care, research, and community service programs. We are dedicated to educating doctors and physician assistants and providing the North Texas Community with quality pediatric medical care and community health services.

Position Overview

The Department of Pediatrics and Women's Health is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our team to support implementing and monitoring the Positive First Day of Kindergarten grant-funded project. The Project Coordinator will collaborate with our partners and stakeholders to serve families in the local community and provide low literacy, linguistically, and culturally appropriate support through a maternal and child health lens. An integral member of the project team, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for organizing and controlling project activities, assisting in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the project to achieve goals and objectives, and is expected to interact with faculty, staff, community stakeholders, and other outside professionals in line with essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two (2) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Ability to use a variety of complex computer applications.

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

• Strong presentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a part of a project team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Public Health, Social Work, or a related field.

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

• Community Health Worker Certification.

• CPR/Basic Life Support Certification.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Implement the Positive First Day Program and manage the project as a member of a team involving both local and national research initiatives.

• Coordinate and collaborate with community partners to introduce and promote the program.

• Maintain program and work with the data team ensuring completion and accuracy of all required information.

• Schedule and attend meetings with stakeholders and community partners.

• Coordinate and attend community meetings and events.

• Assist in the development of written materials, research or project reports.

• Ensure project is compliant in all aspects.

• Other tasks as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday. 8 am

• 5 pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

none

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.