Program Coordinator, Regional Workforce Pathway

University of Nevada, Reno; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Faculty retirement plan

Tuition benefits

Fitness center access

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is recruiting for a Regional Workforce Pathway Coordinator to support healthcare workforce development by coordinating student-facing career pathway programs in rural and frontier communities.

The role requires developing healthcare career exploration, enrichment, and readiness activities, coordinating HOSA chapter readiness, and guiding students through pathway opportunities aligned with regional workforce needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and two years of related work experience; OR a master’s degree and one year of related work experience.
• Experience in program coordination or program management.
• Experience in workforce development, community engagement, public health, education, or a related field.
• Nevada driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement student-facing healthcare career pathway activities.
• Support student participation in healthcare training and certification pathways.
• Align pathway activities with regional healthcare workforce needs and emerging career opportunities.
• Coordinate student participation in pathway programming, competitions, enrichment activities, and workforce development opportunities.

Skills

Program coordination

Public health experience

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at [phone] or [e-mail] . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at [phone].Job DescriptionThe University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is recruiting for a Program Coordinator. The Regional Workforce Pathway Coordinator supports healthcare workforce pipeline development by coordinating student-facing career pathway programs in rural and frontier communities. The position is responsible for developing and implementing healthcare career exploration, enrichment, and workforce readiness activities; assessing and supporting school readiness for Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) chapter development; and facilitating student engagement in healthcare career pathways aligned with regional workforce needs. Working collaboratively with Rural Health Advocates, educators, and community partners, the coordinator supports advisor recruitment and training, pathway program implementation, student career navigation, and data tracking to strengthen the future healthcare workforce pipeline. This is a part-time position.Key Responsibilities:Develop, coordinate, and implement student-facing healthcare career pathway activities, including career exploration, enrichment modules, simulations, and workforce readiness programming.Support student participation in healthcare training and certification pathways.Align pathway activities with regional healthcare workforce needs and emerging career opportunities.Identify and assess potential HOSA chapter sites within assigned regions.Evaluate school readiness, advisor capacity, and infrastructure needed for future HOSA chapter implementation and sustainability.Coordinate student participation in pathway programming, competitions, enrichment activities, and workforce development opportunities.Required QualificationsBachelor’s Degree and two years of related work experience; OR a master’s degree and one year of related work experienceRelated Experience: Experience in program coordination or program management; experience in workforce development, community engagement, public health, education, or a related fieldCertification or licensuresNevada driver’s licenseSchedule and TravelVaried ScheduleIn-state and out-of-state travelCompensation GradeAdministrative Faculty – BTo view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.Remarkable RetirementOur retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual “A” or “B” contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program.Perks of working at UNRHealth insurance options including dental and vision – Health InsuranceGenerous annual, sick leave, life insurance, and long-term disability – Faculty BenefitsE. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness CenterReno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holdersMountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life’s difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty SenateNo state income tax!Grants-in-aid for Faculty EmployeesThe University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grant-in-Aid .Faculty Dual Career Assistance ProgramThe University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance ProgramUniversity of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med)For over 50 years the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) has trained physicians who are leading the way to 'A Healthy Nevada', nation, and world. Community-based and research-intensive, UNR Med is committed to our four-part mission of education, research, clinical service, and diversity. We show this commitment through our demonstrated core values: people are our strength, we innovate and improve, we serve with integrity, and we success with trust and respect.The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is an inclusive and engaged community. We recognize that diverse faculty and leaders add value to the educational experience and promote excellence in our teaching, patient care, and research missions. We seek applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to our mission and uphold our core values.Our mission has guided our growth in graduating the next generation of primary and specialty care physicians and medical researchers while maintaining personalized instruction. The School of Medicine has statewide outreach with a local touch providing patient care, health services, and training physicians in Reno, Nevada and in the state’s rural communities. We are expanding provider education to train medical specialists as Medical Doctors as well as Speech Pathologists and Physician Assistants. We are actively expanding technologically-advanced infrastructure to keep pace with our world-class research to meet the needs of students, patients, and researchers. We seek to create an environment that serves all who enter our doors, from the physicians who teach our learners to our employees, patients, and students.ExemptYesFull-Time Equivalent80.0%Required Attachment(s)Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [e-mail] attach the following attachments to your application1)Cover letter2)Resume3)Contact information for three professional referencesThis posting is open until fille dQualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.Posting Close DateNote to ApplicantA background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine