Community Health Program Specialist

Quinnipiac University•North Haven, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University is seeking a Community Health Program Specialist to manage the administration of the QU Netter’s Bobcat Community Health Alliance (BCHA) program. This student-led, faculty-mentored outreach program provides screening, basic health services, and health education to underserved and vulnerable populations. The Specialist will oversee daily operations, build relationships with stakeholders, and ensure the delivery of quality volunteer clinical community engagement opportunities. Experience in both clinical and academic settings is preferred. The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine is dedicated to educating compassionate, patient-centered physicians and is recognized for its commitment to primary care and rural practice. Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution with a diverse range of degree programs and a strong commitment to its core values of lifelong learning, community care, inclusivity, and shaping the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant professional experience preferably in healthcare administration, higher education, or a related environment
Excellent communication skills, including strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, meet deadlines, and manage competing demands
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
Attention to detail and a thorough, detail-oriented approach to all aspects of work
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Basic financial bookkeeping skills, with demonstrated experience working with budgets, tracking expenditures is highly desired
Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Experience developing and supporting program outreach initiatives, communications, and engagement activities

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (MPH, MSW, MBA, MPA, MHA) is preferred

Responsibilities

Direct and administer the operational activities of the BCHA program, serving as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, clinical partners, and community organizations while ensuring alignment with program objectives and school priorities.
Ensure compliance with all university, accreditation, clinical partner, and site policies and procedures.
Manage BCHA student engagement processes, including volunteer placement, onboarding compliance, and readiness requirements to support participation in community-based clinical programs.
Liaise with faculty preceptors to ensure appropriate clinical supervision during outreaches, and ensure that preceptors complete required trainings, and comply with university legal and liability protocols.
Collaborate with community and clinical partner sites to schedule and manage student volunteer rotations, preceptor supervision, and any site-specific requirements.
Collect, analyze, and report program participation and outcome data to support accreditation requirements, donor stewardship, program evaluation and strategic decision making.
Oversee supply management, including tracking inventories of point of care tests and outreach supplies to ensure operational readiness and uninterrupted delivery of outreach services.
Directly manage financial transactions, including entering requisitions and expenses, processing expense reports, paying invoices, procuring supplies, and transferring funds in accordance with university policy and procedure.
Monitor program expenses and assist leadership with budget adherence.
Coordinate mobile unit logistics, ensuring vehicle maintenance, fuel tracking, and equipment readiness.
Maintain record of vehicle licensing, registration, and insurance coverage related to the mobile unit.
Use standard operating procedures for program management and make recommendations for improving processes.
Engage in other duties as assigned.