Project / Research Assistant
About The Position
The Rural Collaborative is seeking a highly motivated and resourceful Project & Research Assistant to support the development of the Rural Workforce Development Resource Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to help rural hospitals identify and leverage workforce development opportunities across Washington State. This temporary position will be responsible for researching and collecting workforce development resources, organizing and validating information, gathering hospital best practices and success stories, and preparing content in a structured format for a marketing firm to transform into a professionally designed guide. The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized, curious, proactive, and comfortable working independently while engaging with hospital leaders and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a research assistant, project assistant, project coordinator, administrative support, or similar role.
- Demonstrated experience conducting research and compiling information from multiple sources.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in healthcare, workforce development, education, nonprofit organizations, or public sector environments.
- Experience interviewing stakeholders and documenting best practices.
- Familiarity with Washington State workforce development programs and resources.
- Experience developing reports, guides, toolkits, or resource documents.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive research on workforce development programs, grants, educational partnerships, training opportunities, scholarships, loan repayment programs, and other workforce-related resources available to rural hospitals in Washington State.
- Identify and gather information from government agencies, educational institutions, workforce development organizations, healthcare associations, and other relevant sources.
- Verify the accuracy and relevance of information collected.
- Organize research findings into a clear, logical, and user-friendly format.
- Develop resource summaries and content outlines for inclusion in the guide.
- Maintain project tracking tools and resource databases.
- Prepare information and supporting materials for transfer to the marketing firm responsible for final guide design and publication.
- Communicate directly with rural hospitals throughout Washington State to gather workforce development best practices, innovative programs, and success stories.
- Schedule and conduct interviews or information-gathering conversations with hospital representatives.
- Collect and document examples that may be featured within the guide.
- Assist with project timelines, deadlines, and deliverables.
- Participate in project meetings and provide progress updates.
- Support other workforce development project activities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
