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Associate Director for Community Engagement

University of North Texas Health Science Center
United States, Texas, Fort Worth
3500 Camp Bowie Boulevard (Show on map)
Sep 11, 2025
Title: Associate Director for Community Engagement Employee Classification: Assoc Dir, Comm Engagement Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers Department: HSC-Inst for Health Disparities-300220 Job Location: Fort Worth Salary: Commensurate with experience. FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. Department Summary The Institute for Health Disparities (IHD) conducts research, training and community outreach in the areas of minority health, health disparities and workforce diversity. Constituting the IHD are the Texas Center for Health Disparities, National Research Mentoring Network, Texas CEAL Consortium, Diversity Training Programs, AIM-AHEAD and the NIMHD Endowment. Position Overview The Associate Director for Community Engagement will play a leading role in the Institute for Health Disparities community engagement initiatives and support the IHD team in establishing a robust community engagement strategy with a particular focus on building relationships with community organizations, service providers, educational institutions (universities, colleges, and schools), local governmental agencies, nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic organizations. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Sociology, Higher Education or relevant field and seven (7) years of relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to plan, lead and manage projects within deadlines.Excellent timemanagement skills, including attention to detail, ability to problemsolve.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary settings, as part of a team or independently.Outstanding oral and written communication skills.Ability to analyze data and prepare presentations and publications.Ability to establish and maintain positive professional relationships with External and Internal Program staff and administration, faculty, staff and students across the campus and at other institutions.Ability to build and sustain trusted relationships with diverse communitiesAbility to effectively work with individuals from diverse backgroundsAbility to work well independently and as a member of a highly integrated and diverse teamStrong listening and communication skillsUnderstand that diversity, equity and inclusion are integral parts of effectively executing our work Preferred Qualifications Grantsmanship experience. Published manuscripts. Evidence of working with community organizations, local governments and philanthropic organizations Career interest in minority health, health disparities and workforce diversity. Job Duties Coordinate minority health and health disparities community engagement efforts across UNT Health Science Center schools and colleges. Establish and manage an official Community Advisory Board (CAB) that represents diverse community stakeholders including organizations, federally qualified health centers, local governmental agencies, educational institutions and philanthropic organizations, federally qualified health centers, local governmental agencies, educational institutions and philanthropic organizations. Develop and manage a database of community partners for communication and engagement activities. Facilitate regular community meetings to foster relationship for building collaborations to promote health equity. Applied Interprofessional Education: Develop interprofessional teams (public health, biomedical students, medical students, pharmacists, PAs, social work nursing) of students to engage students, residents and organizations in underserved communities. social work nursing) of students to engage students, residents and organizations in underserved communities. Develop educational programs that lead to certification. Lead and participate in extramural funding applications. Ensure that communication to the community is culturally competent. Other duties as assigned. Work with community leaders to learn their cultural needs and preferences ensuring open, compassionate, and respectful communication. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds. Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. 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