How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline directly related qualifications.

For questions about this position or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application process, email talent.acquisition@umich.edu.

Job Summary

The Education & Learning Program Specialist is responsible for programmatic activities of The Future Public Health Leaders Program (FPHLP), funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). FPHLP is a competitive summer immersion program that introduces students to the disciplines of public health. This position will report to the Program Director.

In this hybrid position, you will work 2-3 days onsite weekly during the academic year (September-April) and 5 days onsite per week during the summer (May-August). You will travel to on- and off-campus locations and occasionally work evenings and weekends. This position is term-limited and grant-funded through September 28, 2027, with the possibility of continuation if the grant is renewed.

Who We Are

About the Department of Health Behavior & Health Equity

Driven by a shared passion for affecting lasting change, the faculty, students and staff of HBHE work in the pursuit of an equitable, healthy future for all. Turning theory and research into actionable practice, we develop interventions and innovations that promote health, prevent disease, empower people to manage chronic illness and disabilities, and facilitate collective action for social change. Together, our academic community transforms the theoretical into actionable, the science into the social, applying our knowledge to eliminate health disparities and impact lives for the better.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of program operations, collaborating with faculty, staff, and community partners to design, deliver, and refine co-curricular activities, workshops, and training materials such as Canvas modules, webinars, visuals, videos, and related technologies.
• Lead the implementation of core program components, including the community-based participatory research (CBPR) project, weekly professional development sessions, and the annual Summer Showcase.
• Develop and execute a national communications and recruitment strategy, integrating website, social media, and marketing programs to attract and engage a diverse participant pool.
• Oversee program evaluation and continuous improvement, collaborating with external evaluators on survey design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Provide training and technical assistance for student staff, mentors, and new partners to ensure program fidelity and operational consistency.
• Advise program participants on academic and personal matters, maintaining confidentiality while supporting their professional and personal development throughout the program cycle.
• Represent the program externally, presenting at universities and conferences, and cultivating partnerships that enhance visibility and collaboration.
• Support fiscal and administrative operations, including processing purchases, reimbursements, and student travel, and assisting with sponsor and grant reporting.
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health or related field
• Minimum four (4) years of relevant experience
• Experience with in recruitment, program design, implementation, and management
• Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods
• Public speaking skills and the ability to clearly present complex information

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

In this hybrid position, you’ll work 2-3 days onsite weekly during the academic year (September to April) and 5 days onsite per week during the summer (May to August). You’ll travel to on- and off-campus locations and work occasional evenings and weekends.

Underfill Statement

This position may be filled at the Intermediate or Associate level, depending on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications. The salary offered will be commensurate with the level of the position.

Intermediate:

$56,380 – $65,000

Master’s degree in public health or related field

Minimum four (4) years of relevant experience

Associate:

$46,211 – $57,084

Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.