Handiham Coordinator Assistant

Allina Health; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated individual to support its Handiham program. This role involves assisting members with Amateur Radio operations, promoting STEM learning, and ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities. You'll engage with a vibrant community, participate in exciting events, and contribute to a mission-driven organization that values compassion and innovation. Join a team that prioritizes your well-being and professional growth while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Benefits

Medical/Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support Benefits

Well-being Programs

Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• Active Ham Radio Operator with 5+ years of experience.
• Experience mentoring others to obtain their licenses.
• Familiarity with assistive technology for visually impaired users.

Responsibilities

• Support Handiham program members with equipment accessibility.
• Interact with members and respond to inquiries via phone and email.
• Promote the Handiham Program at events and manage radio camp activities.

Skills

Amateur Radio Operation

CW Operation

HF/VHF/UHF Operation

Mentoring (Elmering)

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

JAWS

NVDA

VoiceOver

JJRadio

Hampod

Job description

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

April 04, 2025

Department:

31601525 Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute Handiham

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

< 7 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

20

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• 0.5 FTE (40 hours per 2-week pay period)
• Monday-Thursday, occasional weekends for special events (approx. 3-6x/year)
• Local travel for radio club meetings, Handiham program events, outstate travel for national radio conference
• Eligible for mileage reimbursement

Job Description:

Supports the Handiham program coordinator position. The program supports lifelong science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning and interaction via Amateur Radio as a community-based service that enjoys support from the wider Amateur Radio community worldwide. It combines elements of a distance education program with those of a social network.

Principle Responsibilities

• Interact with members by phone and email.
• Respond to non-members inquiring about Handiham Program Membership.
• Support Handiham Program members with Amateur Radio equipment accessibility for those with disabilities, including people who are visually impaired.
• Support students studying for license exams and Morse code with minimum monthly follow up communications (phone/email). Report student progress to Handiham Program Coordinator.
• Participate in weekly Handiham Program staff meeting.
• Promote the Handiham Program by attending virtual and in-person ham radio events, appearing as a guest on podcasts, and helping with the booth at hamfests - including Dayton Hamvention (staffing booth).
• Assist Handiham Program coordinator with radio camp preparation - yearly attendance required to help manage camp activities including on-site preparation, tear-down, and preparing equipment for the next year.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
• Active Ham Radio Operator (5+ years)-Regular on-air activity and club involvement experience
• Experienced operating CW, HF, and VHV/UHF (5+ years)
• Elmering (2+ years)-Mentoring people to obtain license

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience using JAWS and NVDA (screen readers)
• Experience using VoiceOver with iPhone and iPad
• Experience using accessible ham radio assistive technology-JJRadio, Hampod, etc.
• Experience making satellite contacts
• Experience with fox hunting
• Experience with weak signal modes such as aurora and meteor scatter
• Experience constructing antennas for amateur radio operations
• Experience with packet radio
• Experience with kit building
• Experience with logging software
• Experience with DMR, AllStar, Echolink, D-Star, Fusion
• Experience with Clear Node, Nano Node, repeater control
• Experience in Assistive Technology-Especially focusing on AT for people who are visually blind

Licenses/Certifications

• FCC Extra Class Amateur Radio License required
• FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800 preferred
• VE accreditation preferred

Physical Demands

• Sedentary:
• Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $22.71 to $31.13 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Paid Caregiver Leave

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.