Workforce Development Coordinator - Community Outreach & Talent

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Workforce Development Coordinator supports the development and execution of community-based talent pathways that strengthen the University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics’ career pathways into the health system. Reporting to the Workforce Development Manager of Talent Pathways, this role focuses on community outreach, pathway program coordination, and relationship management with internal and external partners to promote careers in health care and health sciences. The Coordinator serves as a representative of University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and the Health Sciences, building sustainable partnerships that connect community members to education, training, and employment opportunities across the system.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Public Administration, Community Development, Health Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience in community outreach, workforce development, program coordination, or education‑to‑career pathways.
Strong organizational, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
Ability to represent the University in a professional, credible, and engaging manner to diverse audiences.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within healthcare, academic medicine, or higher education environments.
Familiarity with workforce planning, talent pathways, or community‑based education programs.
Experience tracking program outcomes and demonstrating ROI for workforce initiatives.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and administer workforce development and outreach activities in the community, including but not limited to: Community outreach events, Proxima partnership initiatives, Saturday Academy, Health Sciences Academy and related pathway programs.
Plan, schedule, and support event logistics, communications, and participant coordination to ensure successful delivery of programs.
Represent University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and the Health Sciences at community events, schools, and partner organizations to promote career pathways into the health system.
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, educational institutions, and internal stakeholders to expand and sustain talent pathways.
Provide coordination and operational support for the Proxima partnership, ensuring alignment with Health Sciences, Talent Acquisition, and workforce needs.
Serve as an ambassador for the University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and Health Sciences, clearly articulating career pathways, workforce opportunities, and education‑to‑employment models.
Collaborate closely with Health Sciences partners and maintain accountability and alignment with the Dean of Health Sciences and the Dean’s Council, as appropriate.
Support talent pathway development by coordinating activities that align community outreach, Proxima, Saturday Academy, and Health Sciences Academy efforts with system workforce needs.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning teams to ensure outreach and partnership efforts support hiring priorities and longer-term workforce strategy.
Assist with identifying pathway opportunities for hard-to-fill or high-growth roles across the health system.
Track outreach activities, participation, and outcomes related to workforce development programs, including Proxima, Saturday Academy, and Health Sciences Academy.
Support advertising and communication of pathway opportunities across appropriate channels.
Track and document demonstrated return on investment (ROI) for workforce development initiatives, including pathway conversion, engagement outcomes, and alignment to workforce needs.
Assist with data collection and reporting to support workforce planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts.
Provide administrative coordination for workforce development initiatives, partnerships, and events.
Maintain organized records, reports, and materials related to outreach programs and community partnerships.
Support compliance with institutional guidelines, branding standards, and reporting expectations.