Building Bridges to Health Access

Overview

The VISTA Policy Development Specialist will strengthen the University Medical Center Foundation of El Paso by developing the policies, procedures, and compliance systems that support efficient operations and long‑term organizational growth. The member will begin by creating a comprehensive inventory of existing policies across fiscal operations, donor engagement, event planning, and program coordination. They will build a searchable database and indexing system that allows staff to easily locate, update, and maintain policies over time.

To ensure policies remain current and compliant, the Specialist will design a structured revision process that incorporates regulatory requirements, funding‑agency expectations, and evolving programmatic needs. They will document this process in a step‑by‑step manual and train staff to use it, embedding the system into institutional workflows. The member will also draft new policies that strengthen coordination with hospital service lines, creating cross‑departmental communication protocols that support alignment and efficiency.

The Specialist will enhance event planning by developing procedural guidelines, toolkits, checklists, and budget templates that integrate compliance and operational clarity. They will support donor engagement and grant writing by creating policies that standardize tracking, stewardship, and reporting practices, along with a donor‑engagement manual that includes templates and recognition protocols. To improve organizational accountability, the member will develop frameworks for monitoring and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs), including dashboards and annual reporting calendars.

They will conduct staff workshops to ensure all systems are understood and sustainable. Finally, the Specialist will compile all manuals, templates, guides, and repositories into a centralized resource hub with clear update instructions, ensuring the Foundation retains and builds upon the VISTA member’s work.

The Policy Development Specialist will build the systems that strengthen the Foundation’s operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and long‑term organizational capacity. The member will create an inventory of existing policies, develop a structured revision process, and draft new policies that support hospital service lines, event planning, donor engagement, and grant management. They will build toolkits, templates, and communication protocols that streamline workflows and ensure consistency across departments.

The member will also develop KPI tracking frameworks, dashboards, and reporting calendars that align with strategic goals. Throughout the year, they will train staff on all new systems and compile a sustainability plan that consolidates manuals, guides, and repositories into a centralized resource hub.

• Living Allowance
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Training
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Relocation Allowance
• Health Coverage*

Program Type:
Ameri Corps VISTA

Program:
Building Bridges to Health Access

Program Start/End Date: 05/04/2026 - 05/03/2027

Work Schedule:

Full Time

Education level:
High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement:
Minimum: 18 Maximum:
None

Program Locations: TEXAS

Languages:

English

Accepting Applications:
From 02/09/2026 To 04/10/2027

Alex Simental
303 N Oregon St
El Paso TX 79901

alexandro.simental
umcfoundationelpaso.org