Education & Training Program Lead

Job Summary

Embark on a dynamic role as the Pathways Program Lead at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. In this position, you'll lead the coordination of Pathways programs in the Dept of Psychiatry in various training programs, ensuring high-quality education experiences. From planning educational events and seminars to managing recruitment and fostering growth in training, this multifaceted role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the Department of Psychiatry's training initiatives. Join us in creating an inclusive and impactful learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the PURPLE, Nursing, Social Work and Student program lifecycles from the application phase through the end of the trainee term, including budget management and everyday admin responsibilities.
• Prepare materials for didactics and educational sessions such as handouts, flyers, etc.
• Trainee onboarding including HCM updates, background checks, scheduling, orientation, calendaring, allocating pay, registering for benefits, registering for CHCO and UCH systems and badges, setting up required trainings, and completing HR requirements including I-9 documentation.
• Actively work to make the candidate experience inclusive and welcoming.
• Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of academic seminars, didactics, symposiums, and educational programming across Pathways programs.
• Aid in curriculum-related tracking, collection of trainee feedback, and preparation of program outcome data to support continuous improvement and annual reporting.
• Collaborate with faculty, Training Directors, and program leadership to ensure educational requirements, learning objectives, and trainee schedules are aligned with program goals.
• Work independently and exercise discretion in various academic, administrative, and HR functions.
• Exercise strict confidentiality and demonstrate commitment and leadership ability to work with diverse populations.
• Manage communications and media presence for educational programs.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in complex program or administrative support.
• A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

Why Join Us

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the School of Medicine and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.

Why work for the University?

• Amazed benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave!
• The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
• Multiple plan options for Medical and Dental
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
• We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills and administrative skills, including calendar management, event coordination, financial tracking, and communications management.
• Proven ability to collaborate with various key stakeholders, including faculty, directors, and other coordinators, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion in various academic, administrative, and HR functions.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to work with diverse populations.
• Data tracking and analysis in systems like Microsoft Office, CU Data or HCM, particularly in preparing longitudinal program outcomes.
• High level of integrity with ability to exercise strict confidentiality.

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position, Curriculum vitae / Resume, Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Contact Information

Questions should be directed to: Tamara Zangrilli, Tamara.zangrilli@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

For best consideration, apply by

07/30/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $60,905 - $77,472. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.