This position utilizes excellent communication, problem solving and leadership skills to manage all Iowa Compass operations and staff to ensure that Iowans have access to information and supports to help them make well-informed decisions about living with disabilities and complex health conditions. The Iowa Compass program of the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) is located at the Center for Disabilities and Development (CDD) within the University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. This is a specified term position through 6/30/2024 with strong likelihood of renewed funding.
This position is eligible for a combination of remote work and in-person (hybrid) work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.Oversee, plan and direct the long term strategic and day-to-day operations of Iowa Compass. Oversee new initiatives that implement the contract deliverables.
Develop and monitor Iowa Compass budget, contracts, and subcontracts.
Gather information, summarize, and prepare reports that meet the requirements of the funder.
Create and maintain project workplans.
Leverage financial resources to carry out Iowa Compass deliverables and goals.
Research grant funding opportunities and determine potential partners for collaboration.
Write and/or assist in writing grant applications and contracts for Iowa Compass and UCEDD.
Promote Iowa Compass as a leader in Information and Referral services internally and externally on a local, state and federal level.
Provide appropriate information and referrals to Iowa Compass contacts.
Serve as liaison for UCEDD with project partners and stakeholders and promote collaborative working relationships. Represent UCEDD to UI, UIHC and external audiences.
Measure and report performance of the program expectations and assess against strategic goals.
Ensure compliance with all program and University policies and procedures.
Measure and report performance of the grant expectations and asses against strategic goals (including ROI's and KPI's).
Conduct program evaluation and quality improvement processes.
Prepare written reports that accurately and effectively present the data and key findings of analysis.
Provide administrative supervision of Iowa Compass staff members. Make hiring decisions and recommendations regarding other human resources actions.
Serve as a member of the UCEDD/CDD Leadership team. Assist in development and implementing UCEDD goals and deliverables.
Pay Level: 5A
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Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in social work, public health, or related field (social services, education, health field, psychology, public health or related human services field), or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Minimum of three years of program coordination and/or management experience.
Direct experience performing Information and Referral services.
Demonstrated skills in communicating with internal and external stakeholders, such as state agencies, administrators, vendors but also people with disabilities, their family members and community providers.
Experience and proven comfort utilizing a variety of online communication environments and software solutions.
Excellent written communication skills and experience writing technical documents.
Excellent verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and lead work teams.
Desired Qualifications:
InformUSA Certification (CRS, CRS-A/D, and/or CRS-DC) at the time of hire is highly desirable.
Experience working with program evaluation and process improvement functions.
Knowledge of UI policies and procedures
Application Process:
In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Successful candidates must self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Please contact michael-lynch-2@uiowa.edu with any questions.
