Extension Coord - DBHR Prevention Fellow

Washington State University; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State University seeks an Extension Coordinator for the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) Prevention Fellow. Hybrid position based in Olympia, WA, coordinating with WSU and HCA DBHR to support prevention providers, develop education programs, and share evidence-based strategies.

The role involves creating trainings and materials, assisting with contracts, and delivering presentations in collaboration with researchers and DBHR staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and two years of related program experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule during the week.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support contracts and statewide initiatives for prevention providers and DBHR staff.
• Develop educational programs and provide technical assistance to communities focused on SUD prevention and MH promotion.
• Assist in preparing and delivering presentations, trainings, and conference materials.
• Collaborate with WSU researchers, DBHR Prevention Section staff, and community members to advance prevention efforts.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 3, 2026. If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Position Details

Available Title(s): 1132-YN_ADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator Business Title: Extension Coord - DBHR Prevention Fellow Employee Type: Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

The Opportunity: As the Extension Coordinator - Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) Prevention Fellow for the DBHR-Washington State University (WSU), you will have a unique opportunity to participate in state government work and support Washington community coalitions in their efforts to prevent substance use disorders (SUD) and promote mental health (MH). You will be employed and supervised by WSU, with day-to-day responsibilities co-managed in partnership with the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) DBHR Prevention Section. While this is a hybrid position, you must be able to work regularly in person at the Olympia, Washington office. In this role, you will collaborate with WSU researchers, DBHR Prevention Section staff, and community members to support prevention providers and DBHR staff with contracts and statewide initiatives. You will help develop educational programs, provide technical assistance to communities focused on wellness through SUD prevention and mental health promotion, and learn about and share evidence-based prevention strategies supported by prevention science research. Additionally, you will assist in preparing and delivering presentations, trainings, and conference materials that advance prevention and health promotion efforts.

Additional Information

This is a full time (100% FTE), temporary position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3,901 to 5,613 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. human development; psychology; social work; public health; sociology; etc.) and two (2) years of related program experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule during the week.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Skills and/or experience in providing training to culturally diverse audiences on prevention and health promotion topics.
• Experience working with diverse communities and advancing equitable access to resources and opportunities.
• Experience in contract management, communications, and social marketing practices.
• Experience working or interning at a state, county, or local-level government agency.
• Ability to design effective work processes to fulfill program/community goals and objectives.
• Ability to find and interpret research related to community coalition building and substance use prevention.
• Ability to find community-level data and present data clearly to community members.
• Ability to help community members identify and interpret data and train them to use data to conduct their own needs assessment.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Department / College Information

About Department/College/Area/Campus - College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)

Area/College: College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)

Department Name: Human Development

Location: Olympia, WA

Time Type and Position Term

Full time Position Term: 12 Month Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens.

All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

Background Check

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

About WSU

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.

Temporary End Date

Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end between May 15, 2027, and September 29, 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.