Director (Rural Health Transformation Program - College of Medicine)

Department

Rural Health Transformation Program - College of Medicine

Florida State University's College of Medicine has been awarded more than $19 million through the Rural Health Transformation Program to strengthen healthcare access and outcomes in rural Florida. The funding will support six new projects focused on critical needs including behavioral health, preventive care, food insecurity, telehealth, at-home care and healthcare workforce development. Through partnerships with communities and healthcare organizations across Northwest and Southwest Florida, FSU is working to bring innovative, practical solutions directly to rural communities and help close longstanding gaps in care.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership, direction, and administrative oversight for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) portfolio of six programs. For the overall RHT program at FSU, oversees the planning, development, implementation, review, and evaluation of program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to support successful achievement of funding priorities, organizational objectives, and community health outcomes. Directs activities supporting the growth, sustainability, and long-term advancement of Rural Health Transformation initiatives. Identifies opportunities to expand programmatic impact through new partnerships, innovative initiatives, funding opportunities, and collaborative endeavors that support the University's rural health mission.
• Directs the establishment of operational frameworks, policies, procedures, and performance standards that promote alignment and consistency across Rural Health Transformation initiatives. Ensures program activities are conducted in accordance with University, state, federal, and funding agency requirements. Provides strategic leadership for relationships with key external partners including healthcare organizations, governmental agencies, academic institutions, community stakeholders, and other partners that support Rural Health Transformation objectives.
• Serves as a representative of the University in collaborative initiatives that advance rural health priorities throughout the state. Works with program evaluator, optimize program performance data impact through communication and dissemination activities publicly. Utilizes performance data and stakeholder input with Rural Health Transformation portfolio to measure program effectiveness, identify opportunities for improvement, and demonstrate organizational impact. Utilizes data and outcomes to guide decision-making, strategic planning, and future program development.
• Leads development of overall RHT program website, social media and other key dissemination and communication outlets. Serves as a resource to University leadership, program personnel, and stakeholders regarding Rural Health Transformation initiatives and priorities. Participates in and may lead committees, advisory groups, and collaborative efforts that advance program objectives and support the University's health and human services mission.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and six years of experience related to administrative services; or a high school diploma/equivalent and experience equal to ten years. (Note: post-high school education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)

Valid Florida or Georgia Driver's license or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Contact Info

Georgia Arnold

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position requires regular travel in support of program activities and responsibilities. Travel may occur within the employee's assigned region and throughout the State of Florida, as needed. The frequency and location of travel may vary based on programmatic and operational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Organization

Working at Florida State University

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University — with the Carnegie Foundation's highest designation, Doctoral/Research University-Extensive — offers a distinctive academic environment built on its cherished values and unique heritage, welcoming campus on the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida, championship athletics, and prime location in the heart of the state capital.

Combining traditional strength in the arts and humanities with recognized leadership in the sciences, Florida State University provides unmatched opportunities for students and faculty through challenging academics, cultural discovery and community interaction.

Underlying and supporting the educational experience at Florida State University is the development of new generations of citizen leaders, based on the concepts inscribed in our seal: Vires, Artes, Mores — Strength, Skill and Character.

Epitomized by recently named Rhodes Scholars Garrett Johnson and Myron Rolle — elite athletes and scholars committed to public service — and Joseph O'Shea — a campus and community leader as well as a top scholar — Florida State's 40,000 students are dedicated to academic excellence and providing leadership in our complex world.

Florida State University's 16 colleges offer more than 275 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, professional and specialist degree programs, including medicine and law, covering a broad array of disciplines critical to society today. Each year the University awards over 2,000 graduate and professional degrees.

With its impressive breadth of leading graduate, professional and undergraduate programs, Florida State University is a demanding, intellectually stimulating, yet warm and caring environment for students and faculty. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity, Florida State University is a national leader in the number of doctorates awarded to African-American students and in the graduation rate of African-American undergraduates. Its College of Medicine and College of Law are ranked in the nation's Top 10 for Hispanic students.

Florida State University's arts programs — dance, film, music and theatre — rank among the finest in the world, offering an arts education comparable to leading conservatories. Its creative writing program is ranked among the nation's best and is home to the most consistently honored and published student body in the United States. Florida State is responsible for governance of the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and associated arts programs, one of the largest museum/university complexes in the nation.

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At the Ph.D. level, interdisciplinary programs draw on notable research faculty strengths that transcend the traditional disciplines, including neuroscience, molecular biophysics, computational science, materials science and research at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory—home to the world's most powerful magnets.