Workforce Program Manager

Overview

Position Title: Workforce Program Manager

Reports To: President and CEO

Status: Full-time, Exempt

This position is responsible for NJPCA’s workforce initiative, special population projects, research and data collection projects. Prepare documents and other resource materials for workforce and special population projects, conduct surveys, analyze data and prepare reports. Build and maintain relationships, network and partner with various agencies, health professions schools, universities, and training programs to meet workforce and special population needs. Carry out other roles and responsibilities as assigned by the President/CEO.

• Support community health centers across the state in their recruitment and retention efforts through NJPCA’s workforce initiative
• Utilize various recruiting tools including the National Rural Recruitment & Retention Network (3RNet) and other web resources
• Build and maintain relationships and partner with agencies like the National Health Service Corps (NHSC);
  State Office of Primary Care and Rural Health;
  Area Health Education centers (AHECs); health professions schools; universities and training programs
• Update and administer NJPCA’s Salary and Benefits Survey, compile data and create summary reports
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting required for any grants and/or contracts
• Plan and host trainings focused on workforce initiatives and special populations
• Participate in career/job fairs representing the NJPCA to showcase job opportunities at New Jersey’s community health centers.
• Assist in NJPCA’s employee recruitment efforts.
• Conducts research on emerging health and health policy issues and topics and develop briefings for the President/CEO
• Collects and analyzes Health Center data and performance reports.
• Participates in community and organizational activities/events as an official representative of the organization
• Organize and host events, meetings and trainings as part of NJPCA grant deliverables
• Manage and oversee training and technical assistance (T/TA) activities across all NJPCA programs, maintain training records and provide logistic guidance to NJPCA staff.
• Must be able to periodically travel to and attend off-site meetings.
• Provide updates to website
• Perform all other duties as required

Bachelor’s degree is required and a Master’s degree is preferred in public policy or administration, economics, public health, management, sociology or a related field. At least five years’ experience in program management and coordination in a non-profit setting preferred.

Strong organizational and management skills, demonstrated project planning skills, responsiveness, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely manner. Ability to work with confidential information, commitment to excellence, superior interpersonal and communication skills including conflict resolution, problem-solving, effective team building, and facilitation skills desired.

Health, Vision, dental insurance and 403b plan. PTO and paid holidays.