The University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB), School of Pharmacy has an exciting opening for a Health Program Specialist or Senior Health Program Specialist (Open Rank) to work with the PATIENTS program of the Department of Practice, Sciences and Health Outcomes Research (P-SHOR). *The PATIENTS Program envisions a world in which patients and stakeholders are heard, inspired, and empowered to co-develop patient-centered outcomes research (PCOR). Established in 1841, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States. As a leader in pharmacy education, scientific discovery, patient care, and community engagement; the school conducts cutting-edge research and engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities to improve the health and well-being of citizens in the state of Maryland and beyond. * BENEFITS (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensivebenefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). /UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023./ * *POSITION SUMMARY: The open rank Health Program Specialist or Senior Health Program Specialist will be responsible for all aspects of the PATIENTS Professor’s Academy, including day to day operations, project management, and contract compliance. The selected candidate will fill the position commensurate with their education and experience. PRIMARY DUTIES – Health Program Specialist * Develop and schedule health related program work/training plan in accordance with specifications and funding limitations to shape the program. Oversee daily operations; organize health program activities; and set priorities. * Assist in the management of thePATIENTS programand contribute to assignments and projects that require significant evaluation, originality, and ingenuity. * Provide solutions to issues and judgment outside of pre-established guidelines or processes. * Provide routine and non-routine technical advice, problem solving assistance, and answer questions. Interpret program goals and policies, and provide administrative support to the program team. * Assist in conceptualization, development, and preparation of written products such as training materials, website content, final progress reports, and promotional materials. * Assist in the development and implementation of recruiting plans for program participants, members, and volunteers. * Develop and facilitate workshops, meetings or conferences, coordinate logistics, scheduling, and participant communications. * Assist in evaluating the health program effectiveness to develop improved methods; devise evaluation methodology and implements; analyze results and recommend and/or take appropriate action. Has the authority to formulate, affect, interpret, or implement policies or procedures to ensure effective operation of the program. * Interact and maintain liaison with students, faculty, staff, and outside/community/healthcare agencies in facilitating program objectives. Serve as a primary contact and think critically about all aspects of the health program to resolve questions and make decisions related to the program. * Prepare or assist in preparation of funding grant proposal and/or funding continuation from outside sponsors for program. * Perform other administrative duties having a significant impact on the overall goals of program. Note:The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. PRIMARY DUTIES – Senior Health Program Specialist * Performs all duties of Health Program Specialist position. * Work in collaboration with programmatic leadership to plan, develop, administer and coordinate new or revised goals and objectives for the Professor’s Academy. * Ensure that goals, objectives, and deliverables specified are accomplished in accordance with priorities, time and funding limitations, or other specifications. * Provide advanced administrative and research support to program leadership. * Evaluate program effectiveness to develop and implement improved methods. * Lead development and content of presentations, articles, training, and other forms of content dissemination. * Perform specialized administrative functions, including research and data analyses, program coordination and monitoring, data collection, database creation, surveys, reports, and recommends program changes. * Monitor and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders (i.e.: contractors, state agencies, legislature, and sponsors) to ensure compliance with work plan and deliverables. * Lead preparation of final program financial reports for submission to management or outside agencies. * Prepare pre- and post- award reports regarding funding and/or funding continuation from outside sponsors. * Develop and facilitate workshops, meetings, training, or conferences with high impact on program and/or participants. * Coordinate logistics, scheduling, communications, and participation. * Coordinate health-related program activities through delegation of assignments to staff. May supervise and mentor other support staff. * Performs other duties as assigned. Note:The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Health Program Specialist Education:Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field. Preferred Education:Bachelor’s degree or master's degree in business management, communications, public health and/or related field preferred. Experience:Two (2) years of experience in a healthcare field. Experience in program planning, coordination, or training is required. Certification/Licensure:Appropriate state licensure may be required as defined based upon nature of program. Other: *Related healthcare experience to program may be substituted for education. *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Senior Health Program Specialist Education: *Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field. *Preferred Education:Bachelor’s degree or master's degree in business management, communications, public health and/or related field preferred. Experience:Three (3) years of experience in a healthcare field. Experience in program planning, coordination, or training is required. Supervisory Experience:One (1) year in work coordination, training, and daily oversight of staff, students, or volunteers preferred. Certification/Licensure:Appropriate state licensure may be required as defined based upon nature of program. Other: *Related healthcare experience to program may be substituted for education. *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill ineffective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. * *HIRING RANGE: *$58,000 - $63,000 per year -Health Program Specialist/ $64,000 - $72,000 per year –Senior Health Program Specialist(Commensurate with education and experience). UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contactHRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff *Organization: School of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Health Services Research *Title: *OPEN RANK: Health Program Specialist OR Senior Health Program Specialist Location: null Requisition ID: 240000PM