Outreach and Education Coordinator – Occupational & Environmental Health

Overview: 

• Join a mission-driven team committed to improving workplace health and safety as the Outreach and Education Coordinator at an occupational health clinical center. This dynamic leadership role is central to expanding the center’s impact through innovative outreach, education, research, and quality improvement initiatives. Ideal for a public health professional with a passion for community engagement and academic collaboration, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape occupational health services and policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Outreach & Education:

• Design, lead, and refine the center’s outreach and education strategies.
• Conduct community and stakeholder needs assessments to inform programming.
• Develop tailored educational materials and facilitate workshops on occupational and environmental health.
• Increase visibility of the center’s services among diverse audiences: workers, healthcare providers, unions, employers, and community groups.
• Manage and support community partners contracted for outreach efforts.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration:

• Serve as liaison to the center’s advisory board and key stakeholders across public health, legal, and labor sectors.
• Build and maintain partnerships with employers to advance workplace health initiatives.
• Align outreach with clinical operations through close collaboration with the center’s staff and leadership.

Grant Development & Fundraising:

• Research and pursue funding opportunities from government agencies and private foundations.
• Lead or support the development of grant proposals, budgets, reports, and related materials.
• Work with medical and research leadership on project planning tied to funding pursuits.

Research, Data Analysis & Strategy:

• Contribute to occupational health research projects and program evaluations.
• Perform data extraction, cleaning, and analysis using tools such as SAS, R, Stata, or Excel.
• Author scientific publications, white papers, and conference presentations.

Quality Improvement & Operations:

• Lead quality improvement projects to enhance service delivery and outcomes.
• Develop systems for performance monitoring and data-informed decision-making.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory standards from OSHA, EPA, and other relevant bodies.

Academic & Educational Contributions:

• Teach 1–2 academic courses annually in public health or medical education.
• Mentor MPH and medical students on research projects and field placements.
• Contribute lectures or modules to medical and public health curricula.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master of Public Health (MPH) or related field with specialization in social, behavioral, occupational, or environmental health.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in occupational/public health, education, or related sectors.
• Proven success in grant writing and management.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to inform strategies.
• Excellent communication skills tailored to both technical and community audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently and collaboratively.
• Local travel required for outreach and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred:

• Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH) in Public Health or a related field.
• Bilingual proficiency (e.g., Spanish) to enhance outreach effectiveness.
• Experience mentoring students or supervising teams.
• Familiarity with academic publishing and professional presentations.

Location Perks: 

• Based in a vibrant and culturally rich region, the center is located within a university-affiliated setting offering access to world-class research, a collaborative academic community, and an excellent quality of life with affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and a strong sense of community.

Why Join them?

• At this center, you’ll be part of a respected, forward-thinking team improving occupational health through evidence-based interventions and inclusive community engagement. Your work will directly contribute to safer workplaces, healthier communities, and stronger partnerships across the public health landscape.

Ready to Make an Impact? 

• Apply today to join a team where your expertise and passion for health equity can create lasting change. We’re looking for leaders ready to engage across clinic, community, and classroom settings.