(Hybrid) Program Coordinator - WVU Cancer Institute/Cancer Prevention and Control

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Program Coordinator to enhance community engagement and partnerships in cancer prevention. This role involves developing strategic collaborations, coordinating meetings, and disseminating vital health information. With a focus on work-life balance, the position offers generous benefits and the opportunity to make a significant impact on public health initiatives. Join a supportive community committed to professional growth and diversity, where your contributions will resonate across the state, making a lasting difference in the lives of many.

Benefits

37.5-hour work week

13 paid holidays

24 annual leave days

18 sick days

Health insurance benefits

401(a) retirement savings

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health or related field required.
• Experience in program support and event planning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop partnerships with community organizations in West Virginia.
• Coordinate programmatic meetings and track project progress.
• Create cancer information resources for stakeholders.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Partnership Building

Attention to Detail

Education

Master's degree in Public Health

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Department of Cancer Prevention and Control in the Cancer Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Program Coordinator.

About the Opportunity

The position is located within the Department of Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) at the WVU Cancer Institute (WVUCI), and duties may include other CPC or WVUCI projects and responsibilities. CPC serves all of West Virginia and this position will require travel throughout the state. Work effort enhances state, regional, and national partnerships, delivery of service, community engagement, and WVUCI image.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week


• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)


• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)


• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)


• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits


• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.


• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Develops and maintains partnerships with strategic stakeholders, community and professional partners, and various community-based organizations throughout West Virginia and the Appalachian region.


• Coordinates internal and external programmatic meetings to monitor the progress of grant-funded projects or initiatives. This includes developing agendas, recording and disseminating meeting minutes, and tracking action items and deliverables.


• Creates and disseminates cancer information through resources such as handouts, flyers, videos, photographs, posters, infographics, social media, and websites for both internal and external stakeholders.


• Assists with applications for additional funding opportunities for CPC projects, providing necessary data and documentation.


• Coordinates partnership-related activities, including the recruitment, enrollment, and retention of community partners, both online and in-person.


• Provides training and technical assistance to professionals, including doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, and medical assistants, on screening guidelines and available programs in West Virginia.


• Assists in developing articles, abstracts, and posters to promote CPC's programmatic work and outreach.


• Completes data collection and input, assists in developing and implementing strategies to address weaknesses, and reinforces positive practices among partners.


• Coordinates internal and external programmatic meetings to engage stakeholders.


• Functions as a member of the CPC staff, participating in staff meetings, required conferences, training seminars, and program meetings. Completes all required WVU trainings and certifications.


• Assists with other CPC program activities as requested by leadership.


• Represents the WVU Cancer Institute and/or the Department of Cancer Prevention and Control at state, regional, and national meetings and conferences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in appropriate discipline: public health, social work, counseling, communications, marketing, health education.


• A minimum of six (6) months of experience in the following:
  
  
  
  • Program support role (cancer control preferred), event planning, group dynamics, maintaining internal and external partnerships, and program assessment; OR
  
  
  
  


• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and two (2) years of experience in program support role (cancer control preferred), event planning, group dynamics, maintaining internal and external partnerships, and program assessment.


• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.


• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication.


• Strong time management, organization, and multi-tasking abilities.


• Skilled at synthesizing discussions for documentation and preparing accurate meeting minutes.


• Ability to establish priorities, adhere to deadlines, have high attention to detail and follow through, and ability to maintain confidentiality.


• Skilled at writing correspondence and preparing reports.


• Demonstrates proficiency with general computer applications including Microsoft Office.


• Skilled in establishing and maintaining cooperative working partnerships.


• Ability to work in multidisciplinary team environment and to coordinate participation of team members from various backgrounds.


• Ability to work as part of a team and with significant degree of independence.


• Commitment to principles of community, diversity, and inclusion.


• Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays, working outside the traditional work week when needed.


• Ability to maintain proper attendance and punctuality standards


• Willingness to seek consultation and supervision as needed.


• Knowledge of current health issues, health education and behavioral theories, and health information needs of the medically underserved preferred.


• Ability to interact sensitively, effectively, and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds and persons of all ages and orientations.

Requirements

• CITI Certification (expected to be attained within 6-months of hiring).

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

Job Posting:May 8, 2025

Posting Classification:Non-Classified

Exemption Status:Exempt

Benefits Eligible:Yes

Schedule:Full-time