Job Description

The Workforce Development Coordinator supports the development and execution of community-based talent pathways that strengthen the University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics’ career pathways into the health system.

Reporting to the Workforce Development Manager of Talent Pathways, this role focuses on community outreach, pathway program coordination, and relationship management with internal and external partners to promote careers in health care and health sciences.

The Coordinator serves as a representative of University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and the Health Sciences, building sustainable partnerships that connect community members to education, training, and employment opportunities across the system.

Corporate Overview: University of Utah Health is an integrated academic healthcare system with five hospitals including a level 1 trauma center, eleven community health centers, over 1,600 providers, and a health plan serving over 200,000 members. University of Utah Health is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. In addition to our clinical delivery system, we have a School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, and College of Health providing education and training for over 1,250 providers annually. We have over 2 million patient visits annually and research grants exceeding $350 million. University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics represents our clinical operations for the larger health system.

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Community Outreach & Program Coordination

• Coordinate and administer workforce development and outreach activities in the community, including but not limited to:
  • Community outreach events
  • Proxima partnership initiatives
  • Saturday Academy
  • Health Sciences Academy and related pathway programs
• Plan, schedule, and support event logistics, communications, and participant coordination to ensure successful delivery of programs.
• Represent University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and the Health Sciences at community events, schools, and partner organizations to promote career pathways into the health system.

Relationship Management & Representation

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, educational institutions, and internal stakeholders to expand and sustain talent pathways.
• Provide coordination and operational support for the Proxima partnership, ensuring alignment with Health Sciences, Talent Acquisition, and workforce needs.
• Serve as an ambassador for the University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and Health Sciences, clearly articulating career pathways, workforce opportunities, and education‑to‑employment models.
• Collaborate closely with Health Sciences partners and maintain accountability and alignment with the Dean of Health Sciences and the Dean’s Council, as appropriate.

Talent Pathways & Workforce Planning Support

• Support talent pathway development by coordinating activities that align community outreach, Proxima, Saturday Academy, and Health Sciences Academy efforts with system workforce needs.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning teams to ensure outreach and partnership efforts support hiring priorities and longer-term workforce strategy.
• Assist with identifying pathway opportunities for hard-to-fill or high-growth roles across the health system.

Data Tracking, Reporting & ROI

• Track outreach activities, participation, and outcomes related to workforce development programs, including Proxima, Saturday Academy, and Health Sciences Academy.
• Support advertising and communication of pathway opportunities across appropriate channels.
• Track and document demonstrated return on investment (ROI) for workforce development initiatives, including pathway conversion, engagement outcomes, and alignment to workforce needs.
• Assist with data collection and reporting to support workforce planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Provide administrative coordination for workforce development initiatives, partnerships, and events.
• Maintain organized records, reports, and materials related to outreach programs and community partnerships.
• Support compliance with institutional guidelines, branding standards, and reporting expectations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation of workshops.

• Familiarity with career, employment and hiring trends.

• Demonstrated cultural competence and proven effectiveness in serving the needs of a population from various backgrounds.

• Strong time-management skills.

• Proficient with technology and able to learn new systems quickly and easily.

• Demonstrated team player who takes initiative,

• Commitment to working some evenings and weekends,

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Public Administration, Community Development, Health Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in community outreach, workforce development, program coordination, or education‑to‑career pathways.
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to represent the University in a professional, credible, and engaging manner to diverse audiences.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Preferred

• Experience working within healthcare, academic medicine, or higher education environments.
• Familiarity with workforce planning, talent pathways, or community‑based education programs.
• Experience tracking program outcomes and demonstrating ROI for workforce initiatives.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Sitting, Speaking, Standing