Partnerships Coordinator - Appalachian and Rural Center Health

Position: Partnerships Coordinator - Appalachian and Rural Center for Health
## Partnerships Coordinator - Appalachian and Rural Center for Health Apply locations:
Lima Campus time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R154670

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Job Title:

Partnerships Coordinator - Appalachian and Rural Center for Health## Department:

Health Sciences | Administration Under the direction of the Regional Partnerships Supervisor, the Partnerships Coordinator will act as trusted coordinator between local communities and the university’s colleges, medical center, research, and extension systems. This role is modeled after the OSU Extension tradition and informed by national best practices in health extension.
** Position Summary
** The Partnerships Coordinator serves as a bridge between the Appalachian and Rural Center for Health (ARCH) at The Ohio State University and local communities to advance community-centered health initiatives. This role emphasizes co-creation and partnership-building, connecting OSU’s academic and clinical resources with community needs while fostering trust between Ohio State and local partners. Responsibilities include integrating into the community, facilitating collaboration, maintaining open and transparent communication, and staying attuned to evolving local needs.

Each agent’s role is shaped by the community they serve, requiring adaptability, inclusivity, and a commitment to meaningful, action-oriented work. Agents act as catalysts for health promotion, workforce development, and clinical transformation.
** Minimum

Required Qualifications
** Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Advanced degree in relevant field may be desirable. 4 years of relevant experience required. 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred.

Function:
Business Planning and Operations Sub-Function:
Community Outreach Career Band:
Individual Contributor - S3## Additional Information:
** Duties and Responsibilities
**** 90% Strategic and Administrative Duties
*** Build and sustain trusted relationships with local healthcare providers, public health agencies, and community organizations
* Represent ARCH’s mission and the land grant mission of Ohio State in local conversations
* Get involved in local coalitions and meetings related to health and health care and other gatherings
* Actively participate as a member of county, multi-county, and state teams to advance the mission, vision, and values of ARCH and Ohio State University
* Meet with local health care providers and other health-related organizations to build relationships and develop a deep understanding of opportunities and needs
* Serve as a bidirectional connector between community needs and OSU’s clinical, research, and educational resources
* Facilitate community input into ARCH programming and ensure local relevance and cultural alignment
* Provide written and verbal reports to ARCH leadership
* Attend in person meetings in the community and at Ohio State University
* Support the co-creation and implementation of innovative clinical and public health programs tailored to local needs
* Collaborate with OSU Extension Educators to promote collaboration locally among OSU representatives
* Aid in promoting  evidence-based practices and community-driven solutions
* Assist in developing local…