Sr Dept Program Specialist

University of Rochester; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester’s Center for Community Health & Prevention seeks a Senior Program Specialist to lead data monitoring, program evaluation, and strategic support for youth initiatives, including the THSP program. You will collaborate with UR Medicine teams and external partners to drive impact and ensure compliance.

Under supervision, you will develop resources, provide technical assistance, mentor staff, and advance hiring navigation for program participants, aligning with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Master’s degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Data Monitoring & Program Evaluation: design data systems, track KPIs, evaluate programs.
• Prepare reports and executive summaries with actionable recommendations.
• Technical Assistance: provide guidance on youth engagement, compliance, and tools.
• Strategic Program Support: align programs with institutional priorities and partnerships.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: liaison with URMC, HR, partners, and schools.
• Workforce Navigation: oversee hiring navigation and onboarding for THSP participants.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

46 Prince St, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14607

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

900070 Ctr Comm Health & Prevention

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 112

Compensation Range:

$70,600.00 - $105,800.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

The Center for Community Health & Prevention works to create environments that support healthy behaviors, encompassing a variety of programs and initiatives aimed at preventing disease to create a healthier community. The Center for Community Health & Prevention’s Teen Health and Success Partnership (THSP) program matches local high school students with employment opportunities at the University of Rochester and provides hiring and employment assistance to support students’ long-term career success. The THSP aims to provide local students with the vision and job skills for a range of educational and career options after graduation, and enables URochester departments to employ well-prepared youth from the local community. The THSP is one of many STEM K–12 pipeline initiatives across URochester Medicine.

Under general supervision of the Director of Workforce Navigation and K–12 Pipeline Initiatives, the Senior Program Specialist provides strategic administrative support, oversight, and technical assistance for a portfolio of youth programs across URochester Medicine, including the Teen Health & Success Partnership. This role is responsible for leading program evaluation, comprehensive data monitoring, and ensuring alignment with institutional goals, while fostering collaboration and best practices among various youth initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Data Monitoring & Program Evaluation

• Leads the design and implementation of data monitoring systems to track key performance indicators and outcomes across all supported youth programs.
• Conduct evaluations of program effectiveness, utilizing data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports and executive summaries with actionable recommendations for program adjustments for key stakeholders.

Technical Assistance

• Serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical assistance and consultative support to program coordinators and staff on best practices in youth engagement, recruitment, and compliance (e.g., child labor laws, safety guidelines, URochester policy for minors).
• Develop and disseminate resources, tools, and training materials to enhance the operational efficiency and impact of various youth programs.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration among different youth program teams to foster a unified approach to youth development.

Strategic Program Support

• Provide strategic administrative support and guidance to existing youth programs across the medical center, ensuring their objectives align with institutional priorities.
• Identify opportunities for program integration, expansion, and innovation by conducting needs assessments and gap analyses across the youth program portfolio.
• Represent URochester Medicine’s youth initiatives at internal and external forums, promoting collaboration and building strategic partnerships.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Act as a point of contact for, including URochester department, URochester HR, community partners, and school administrators, regarding youth program performance and strategic direction.
• Assist with the development and implementation of communication strategies to enhance the visibility and impact of the medical center’s youth initiatives.

Workforce Navigation

• Provide hiring navigation guidance for the THSP program, leading pre-employment and onboarding activities for program participants.
• Train and mentor THSP staff on best practices to assist with workforce navigation activities for program participants, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to carry out hiring activities.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong leadership and team management skills required
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills required
• Proficiency in program evaluation and data analysis required
• Advanced budget management and financial planning expertise preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status,or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.