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Position Information

Position Type Professional Staff Faculty Track Position Title Project Coordinator, RHTP Population Health Employment Status Full Time Months 12 Campus Portland, ME Description

The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is a major federal initiative designed to strengthen rural health systems, improve access to care, address workforce and population health challenges, and develop sustainable models that improve health outcomes in rural communities. The RHTP Project Coordinator will work under the direction of the RHTP Program Manager to support implementation of projects funded by the Rural Health Transformation Program/Evidence-Based Initiatives (RHTP/EBI). The position will provide flexible, project-based support across existing chronic disease program areas, moving among projects as needed to support completion of funded activities. The Project Coordinator will also provide support to the RHTP Program Manager on an as-needed basis. This position provides flexible coordination and technical support across RHTP/EBI activities within chronic disease program areas. The role is intended to help programs complete funded projects and to provide additional capacity to the RHTP Associate Director as needs arise.

The Project Coordinator will support existing EBIs funded by RHTP within established chronic disease program areas. Areas of work may include data modernization, community-based delivery, prevention, screening and early identification, and self-management education. The position will coordinate work with the Alzheimer’s, Asthma, Obesity, Cardiovascular, Diabetes, Comprehensive Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Breast and Cervical Health programs.

This position, employed by the University of New England (UNE), will be seconded to the State. As a critical member of the State RHTP team, supported by UNE, the position requires two days per week on-site in Augusta.

About The University of New England

UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

Benefits Overview

• Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
• Up to 8% retirement plan match.
• Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
• Educational benefits:
• UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
• UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
• 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.

For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of RHTP/EBI projects within existing chronic disease program areas, providing flexible support based on project and program needs.
• Design and implement data collection systems to ensure the availability of data needed to evaluate the effectiveness of RHTP initiatives.
• Develop and implement methods to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of RHTP/EBI initiatives and assess whether programs achieve desired results in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Research, compile, and analyze data concerning health programs and services and use findings to recommend improvements, alternatives, and modifications to the availability, delivery, and funding of services.
• Prepare reports and recommendations addressing identified program issues and potential solutions.
• Develop and deliver informational presentations at meetings, workshops, and seminars to explain RHTP/EBI chronic disease initiatives.
• Coordinate with relevant chronic disease programs and internal and external partners to support successful completion of funded projects.
• Provide project and administrative support to the RHTP Program Manager as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Community Health, Health Administration, Health Sciences, Health Education, Public Administration, Government, Social Work, or a closely related field.

• Outstanding organizational skills and demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain flexible.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare written and oral reports and presentations that communicate necessary information to internal and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, or Access.

Key Competencies

• Project coordination and implementation
• Data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Program monitoring and evaluation
• Research and synthesis of health program information
• Clear written and oral communication
• Organization, prioritization, and flexibility
• Collaborative teamwork and independent work

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Additional Note

This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extension.

Anticipated Pay Range $80,000

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2022PS1030P Open Date 10/16/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes