Program Coordinator (Temporary, Part Time)

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, the third‑largest department within the School of Medicine, supports over 330 full‑time faculty, 460 courtesy faculty, and 350 staff with annual operations funding exceeding $150 million. This 75 % FTE temporary Program Coordinator position will support the Center for the Study of Health & Risk Behaviors and the dissemination of Conéctate Contigo Mismo, a Spanish‑language online prevention and wellness program for young adults ages 18–29.

Key Responsibilities

• Community Outreach and Partnership Development (30 %)
  • Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, schools, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders representing Spanish‑language communities in Washington State.
  • Conduct in‑person and online outreach in English and Spanish to increase program awareness.
  • Provide program marketing materials to stakeholders promptly.
  • Collaborate with partners to identify and follow up on ongoing engagement opportunities.
  • Represent the program at community meetings, events, health fairs, and other outreach activities.
• Program Dissemination and Marketing (30 %)
  • Coordinate and monitor posting and engagement for program social‑media accounts and advertising campaigns.
  • Assist in developing culturally and linguistically appropriate outreach materials, including translation from English to Spanish.
  • Support the team with presentations, workshops, webinars, and other outreach media.
  • Track and maintain records of outreach contacts, partnerships, and dissemination activities for reporting and evaluation.
• Event Coordination (20 %)
  • Identify community events and outreach opportunities aligned with program goals.
  • Coordinate participation, including communication with organizers, logistical planning, and registration.
  • Manage, organize, and transport outreach materials (e.g., tablecloths, signs, banners).
  • Distribute promotional materials and engage directly with community members at events.
• Administrative and Fiscal Support (10 %)
  • Monitor the program email address daily and respond to inquiries promptly.
  • Provide status reports on outreach and dissemination activities during weekly calls and via email.
  • Manage invoices, maintain accurate financial records, and assist with budget tracking.
  • Upload financial documentation into fiscal management systems and university portals.
  • Assist in preparing and proofing reports for funders or community stakeholders.
  • Translate program updates and communications between English and Spanish as needed.
• Travel (10 %)
  • Travel across Washington State to support community outreach, presentations, and partnership‑building.
  • Occasional evening and weekend travel may be required.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, or the ability to travel independently; mileage is reimbursed.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in a related program specialty.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in outreach or customer service, especially with community organizations, public health, prevention, or education.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of social‑media platforms (especially Instagram) and basic Canva design skills.
• Ability to work independently and attend community events, including occasional evenings or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Spanish‑speaking Latinx communities in Washington State, particularly young adults ages 18‑29.
• Experience delivering community presentations or public speaking.
• Knowledge of prevention, behavioral health, public health, or health‑promotion programs.
• Experience using social‑media advertising platforms and content‑creation tools.
• Experience in events, experiential marketing, or brand promotion.

Compensation

Pay Range: $47,256.00 – $63,156.00 annual (temporary position, 75 % FTE).

Benefits

For detailed information about benefits for temporary, per‑diem, and less‑than‑half‑time positions, visit UW Benefits.

Schedule

• First Shift (U.S. – Washington).
• 75 % Full‑Time Equivalent (temporary appointment).
• Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925 (nonsupervisory).