Executive Administrative Fellowship

STRIDE Community Health Center•Wheat Ridge, CO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare, we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we provide comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—to individuals and families throughout the Denver Metro area. With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives—including your own—STRIDE is the place for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (BA, BS, MA, MS) or related degree in a relevant field required. No specific graduation timeframe is required.
Degree must be completed prior to the Fellowship start date of January 11, 2027.
Designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals aspiring to future FQHC executive leadership roles, including COO, CFO, Compliance Director and CEO.
U.S. work authorization for the full 24-month Fellowship is required; visa sponsorship is not available.
Genuine passion for safety-net, community-based healthcare and serving underserved populations, with a strong interest in healthcare administration and executive leadership.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to different departments, leaders, responsibilities, and organizational priorities.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to collect, interpret, and communicate quantitative and qualitative information.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop professional presentations, reports, analyses, and recommendations.
Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels of the organization, including senior and executive leadership.
Demonstrates initiative, intellectual curiosity, professionalism, emotional intelligence, and a willingness to receive and apply feedback.
Ability to approach complex organizational issues with curiosity, objectivity, and sound judgment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information ethically and responsibly.
Demonstrates an effective and sensitive response to the needs and concerns of STRIDE’s diverse patient population.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience, internship, practicum, residency, fellowship, or academic project within healthcare, public health, community health, nonprofit healthcare, or a related environment preferred.
Experience working with underserved populations, community-based organizations, healthcare systems, or Federally Qualified Health Centers is preferred but not required.
Demonstrated academic, professional, or community involvement reflecting an interest in healthcare leadership and community health.

Responsibilities

Completes twelve (12) one-month administrative rotations during Year 1 and develops specialized leadership expertise through a focused assignment during Year 2.
Works closely with assigned executive preceptors and departmental leaders to understand the responsibilities, priorities, challenges, and decision-making processes within each functional area.
Participates in projects and initiatives that support STRIDE’s strategic and operational priorities.
Completes defined projects, analyses, recommendations, or other deliverables during Year 1 rotations and contributes to sustained, higher-impact initiatives during Year 2.
Researches healthcare trends, regulations, operational practices, and emerging issues that may impact STRIDE or the community health center environment.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets organizational data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and potential solutions.
Assists with the development of presentations, reports, business cases, policies, process improvements, and other executive-level materials.
Participates in appropriate leadership meetings, planning sessions, committee meetings, and organizational initiatives to gain exposure to executive-level decision-making.
Develops working knowledge of Section 330 Health Center Program compliance, independent audits, FTCA, Medicare/Medicaid PPS reimbursement, UDS reporting, federal grants budgeting, 340B operations and compliance auditing, PCMH, population health, workforce strategy, health IT, facilities/growth strategy, governance and board relations.
Collaborates across clinical and administrative departments to understand how organizational functions work together to support STRIDE’s mission and patients.
Builds effective professional relationships with employees, leaders, executives, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Presents project outcomes, findings, and recommendations to executive leadership and other appropriate audiences.
Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, initiative, adaptability, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning throughout the Fellowship.
Maintains confidentiality of sensitive employee, patient, financial, strategic, and organizational information.
Travels between STRIDE locations as required to complete rotational assignments and organizational projects.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned throughout the Fellowship.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
401(k) with matching
Work-life balance
Professional development support, including up to $3,000 annually for approved conferences related to the Fellowship
Learning and mentorship opportunities with STRIDE executive and senior leadership
Primarily weekday schedule, with occasional evening or weekend commitments as needed
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more.