"Health and Wellness Program Support Specialist"

Description

The position is to support SWF Regional grant 2024-2026. K-16 Health and Wellness program pathway collaboration and alignment. To meet the objectives of the SWF Regional Grant 2024-2026. This is a short term project, part-time and only to meet the objectives of the grant which has 14 months left. Project and position is scheduled to end 06/30/2026.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the appropriate level manager or administrator, or their designee, performs a variety of professional level program support related activities while playing a key role in the day to day operations of the assigned area; provides directions for the assigned program; serves as a liaison between the health and wellness program areas, community colleges, industry, and the general public, students, staff, and other campus and community officials and groups; develops and maintain relationships with other organizations and schools in the program area; and plans, coordinates, and implements assigned operations and activities of the assigned areas. Assignments performed at this level require a broad knowledge of the assigned program area and an in-depth knowledge relative to specific areas of the program.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Participates in the development and support of health and wellness programs, as well as other program participants, under the guidance of the Dean. Conduct analyses for program participants; tracks data and progress in appropriate electronic systems. Develops and maintains an electronic calendar for program participants to sign-up for program services; develops and maintains electronic system to track program participants progress for ongoing support. Provides program information and guidance to program participants; refers more advanced questions/concerns to the appropriate staff/faculty. Participates in the development, coordination, and related activities for programs, including outreach, special speakers, events, and meetings. Performs a variety of professional level program support duties while playing a key role in the day-to-day operations of assigned programs.
• Assists in the planning, design, and implementation of health sector Strong Workforce elements that support service delivery; participates in processes to define scope and schedule of services and activities; participates in implementation processes.
• Assists in providing coordination of resources for projects or programs; assists in determining project short and long-term needs and develop recommendations; assists in designing processes and procedures to implement, maintain, and/or manage functional area resources.
• Assists with conducting presentations and providing outreach to potential program participants.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the program area; researches policies, procedures, and changing business practices and processes for assigned area; participates in the development and maintenance of handbooks, forms, and related policies and procedures.
• Provides assistance in resolving operational and administration problems; identifies problem areas and issues; conducts research to find alternative solutions; makes recommendations; assists in implementation of recommendations.
• Performs a variety of research, administrative, operational, financial, and analytical duties in support of assigned projects; conducts studies, research projects, and analysis. Creates and maintains publications promoting the assigned projects; develops publications and materials to advertise and provide program information including newsletters, directories, handbooks, special event flyers, and other public relations materials as needed; updates the program website and social media accounts for regional SWF and health and wellness programs.
• Participates in coordinating assigned activities and functions with other staff, projects, and functions as well as local, state, and federal agencies/jurisdictions, business partners, and the general public; coordinates with, interacts with, shares knowledge, and develops collaborative relationships.
• Collaborates in the design and implementation of a network of community-based organizations and schools that will oversee and provides services and experiences for program participants.
• Represents area of assignment, participates on, and provides staff support to, a variety of committees, task forces, and boards; develops agendas and writes speaking points; prepares and presents presentation materials, staff reports, and other documents as appropriate and necessary; responds to and resolves inquiries and complaints.
• Serves as contact and responds to requests for information from staff, other agencies, and the general public regarding project or program area of assignment; participates in community outreach and education activities; prepares presentations and related material.
• Maintains records concerning grant/program activities; processes incoming and outgoing documents; prepares and tracks various documents; prepares reports and briefings on project status, progress, changes, and related items related to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Assists in training and providing work direction to student workers and assigned staff.
• Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: [full list omitted for brevity, but include key points or full if space]

(Note: Full knowledge and ability lists are extensive; summarized as basic principles of program administration, health sector knowledge, office practices, etc.)

Ability to: [similarly extensive]

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Education/Training: Equivalent to a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in nutrition, or related field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

[Details on office setting, physical abilities]

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule: TBD – Schedule and shift vary and are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs.

Hours per Week: Up to 25

This is a short-term, temporary, hourly Non-Bargaining Unit (NBU) assignment, not to exceed 160 days and 960 hours per fiscal year (July 1st through June 30th).