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 skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention is a transdisciplinary institute that works to engage the breadth of expertise across the University of Michigan, with input from nonacademic stakeholders, to generate knowledge and advance solutions that will decrease firearm injury in the United States. 

The Michigan Firearm Law Implementation Program (M-FLIP) at the Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention (IFIP) seeks a highly skilled training and technical assistance (TTA) Lead/Specialist for the implementation of Michigan’s extreme risk protection order (ERPO). The associate level TTA Specialist is responsible for developing and coordinating training programs and technical assistance activities across multiple sectors including law enforcement, healthcare, education, and community violence intervention. In addition to those activities, the intermediate level TTA Lead would also manage a team of TTA specialists. The ideal candidate is a flexible and creative problem solver, who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, with a multi-disciplinary approach.

Responsibilities

At the Associate Level:

• Develop toolkits for providers from various sectors (law enforcement, healthcare, education, and community violence intervention, etc.) to comprehensively assess implementation strategies and provide guidance and best practices.
  
• Apply educational principles and learning theory to work with sector subject matter experts to ensure successful trainings for practitioners.
  
• Conduct rapid quality improvement evaluation to translate needs assessment and training and TTA evaluation into action.
  
• Track, maintain, and document program activities, and maintain a list of partners and events.
  
• Develop and maintain a list of community partners and upcoming events.
  
• Present evaluation findings to leadership, advisory boards, and other internal and external collaborators.
  
• Other duties as assigned. 

At the Intermediate Level:

Associate Level duties

• Manages the TTA specialist team, in collaboration with the broader M-FLIP team, to design, develop and implement TTA programs, determine appropriate TTA formats and methods (e.g. in-person, e-learning, experiential, etc.) coordinate with appropriate trainers, and communicate with trainers to ensure training content and materials are prepared.
  
• Assist TTA specialists and the M-FLIP training specialist in providing direct assistance to practitioners in program evaluation.
  
• Develop and document TTA standard operating procedures, a training database/learning management system, and training guidelines and templates. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (associate level) or Master’s degree (intermediate level) in public health, social work, education, or a related field
  
• 1-3 years (associate level) or 4-5 years (intermediate level) of experience in education, social services, public health, law enforcement, or a related field
  
• 1-2 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role (intermediate level only)
  
• Ability to travel to locations throughout Michigan regularly throughout the year
  
• Proficient in the use of various technology/software including Zoom, Canvas, G-suite, Adobe software, video, and audio editing software
  
• Experience with project coordination and strategic planning with the ability to manage timelines and multiple priorities
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong ability to communicate effectively with subject matter experts and collaborators
  
• Demonstrated flexibility and problem-solving, and comfort working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
  
• Strong organizational and decision-making abilities
  
• Experience and a strong desire to work collaboratively in a team environment
  
• Interest in firearm injury prevention, suicide prevention, violence prevention, public policy, or related field
  

Desired Qualifications

Expertise in ERPO policies and their implementation with various stakeholders 

Ability to work in a hybrid environment local to the U-M Ann Arbor campus preferred

Work Schedule

This position is for a hybrid work schedule of both in-person and remote work with two days of on campus work expected each week.

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.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. The salary offered will be commensurate with the level of position. There are two levels possible – Associate and Intermediate.

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.