"Program Area Specialist II"

Hiring Department

University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities at the Institute for Human Development at the University of Missouri-Kansas City

Job Description

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 CtLC Nexus, 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 CtLC Nexus provides an infrastructure for stakeholders to engage with 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.

The IHD is seeking an experienced and resourceful leader to become a Program Area Specialist II. This role is highly collaborative and is a key contributor to the successful development and expansion of the Charting the LifeCourse Nexus training, technical assistance and knowledge translation goals.

The LifeCourse Program Area Specialist II will:

• Provide day-to-day support to the program team in completing project activities.
• Provide training, mentoring, and education to an array of target audiences.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of training resources and tools for individuals, families, professionals, and organizations.
• Support program teams in developing and implementing training, communications and outreach strategies.
• Assist with hosting internal and external meetings to accomplish project and program outcomes.
• Assist with data collection and other evaluation and reporting activities.
• Other duties, as assigned to support program outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated relevant experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Experience and expertise in partnering with professionals, families and community members.
• Self-driven performance and initiative with strong skills organizing and managing more than one project at a time
• Experience with developing training and written materials for broad dissemination and use (such as: reports, publications, curriculum, tools/resources for individuals and families)
• Ability to work well independently as well as with a team
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated starting salary begins at $24.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, qualifications and internal equity.

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

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