HCOP PROGRAM OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

The HCOP Program Operations Specialist provides important program support and oversees the operation of the Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) at the University of Washington. HCOP is designed to support students from economically and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds who are interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. By means of a variety of offerings, workshops, and mentorship opportunities, HCOP aims to prepare and guide these students through the healthcare pipeline, with the goal of increasing diversity in the healthcare workforce. This position involves operational management, student and stakeholder coordination, program evaluation, and curriculum support for HCOP. The Program Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting the development of students pursuing healthcare careers, ensuring that program milestones are met, events are organized smoothly, and relationships with internal and external stakeholders are maintained. The HCOP Program Operations Specialist directly impacts the quality and scope of support offered to disadvantaged students pursuing healthcare careers at the University of Washington. HCOP is an important initiative aimed at addressing the healthcare disparities in underserved communities by increasing the diversity of the healthcare workforce. This role supports the academic and professional development of students through advising, programmatic support, and coordination of events and opportunities. The Program Operations Specialist's responsibilities include maintaining student databases, managing event logistics, coordinating with student and stakeholders, and ensuring the smooth operation of the four HCOP initiatives that align with the university's broader goals of equity, inclusion, and diversity in healthcare education. The HCOP Program Operations Specialist plays a critical role in shaping the scope and quality of the University of Washington's Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP), which aims to increase the diversity of the healthcare workforce by supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds. This position ensures that HCOP program elements are properly administered, monitored, and evaluated, adhering to federal and state guidelines, UW regulations, and accreditation standards. Failure to hire a specialist with the expertise to manage these program functions could negatively affect compliance, program success, and the university's broader goals related to equity in healthcare education. The Program Operations Specialist's responsibilities directly impact student success and retention and, by extension, contribute to the university's mission to provide educational opportunities for students from historically underrepresented and underserved communities. Through the successful administration of HCOP, this position supports the university's commitment to diversifying the healthcare workforce and addressing disparities in access to medical education. The HCOP Program Operations Specialist is tasked with managing complex program operations that require close coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, students, and community partners. The complexities of the position arise from balancing the needs of a diverse student body, managing detailed program logistics, and ensuring compliance with strict federal program requirements. Additionally, the role requires adaptability, as the HCOP program works with students from disadvantaged backgrounds who may face unique challenges. The Specialist must be responsive to evolving program priorities, ensuring timely support for students while navigating the administrative demands of event planning, communications, and student services. The regional nature of the program adds further complexity, as the Specialist must maintain relationships with students, faculty, healthcare professionals, and institutions across a wide geographic area, ensuring seamless coordination and support for students and partners in both urban and rural communities.