Assistant Director of Outreach and Secondary Education

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Position TitleAssistant Director of Outreach and Secondary Education

About this OpportunityJoin our team as the Assistant Director of Outreach and Secondary Education! In this dynamic role, you’ll provide programmatic and administrative management to support the goals and objectives of ECI-AHEC. We’re seeking a detail-oriented professional who can prioritize multiple tasks and work independently. You’ll need to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, showcasing your excellent planning, organization, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of health professions, medical terminology, pedagogy, and the health workforce, along with exceptional written and oral communication skills. High ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, and courteousness are a must. You’ll also be able to attend instructor training programs, such as American Heart Association CPR/BLS Instructor Certification and Mental Health First Aid Instructor Certification.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook is required. The role involves standing and walking for extended periods during programs and activities, and the ability to lift and move training materials weighing over 50 pounds. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are essential.

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• Affordable Healthcare
• Retirement
• Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development

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FLSAAdministrative Exemption

Hrs/Week40

Length of AssignmentFull-Time At-Will

Position FunctionProvide programmatic and administrative management of activities that support ECI-AHEC goals and objectives.

Minimum EducationBachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education, community health, healthcare administration, a health profession, human services, or related area.

Minimum ExperienceAt least one year of experience in curriculum development, project management, delivery or evaluation of health-related or educational programs for middle/high school students and/or adult learners.

• Minimum Other
• Detail-oriented and able to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands; ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a varied constituency.
• Good planning, organization, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Knowledge of health professions, medical terminology, pedagogy, and the health workforce.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, and courteousness.
• Willing and able to attend instructor training programs which may include but not be limited to American Heart Association CPR/BLS Instructor Certification, Mental Health First Aid Instructor Certification, QPR Gatekeeper Trainer Certification, etc.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time while conducting programs and facilitating activities including classroom presentations and campus tours.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy and have the willingness and ability to travel.
• Must be able to set up and facilitate community-based training activities that require the physical ability to lift and move training materials in excess of 50 pounds. This task may be performed several times per week and involves the use of a cart.

Authorization to work in the USCandidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred EducationMaster’s degree in a health/medical profession, education, public or business administration.

• Preferred Experience
• Two to three years of experience in curriculum development, higher education, workforce training, or provision of technical assistance.
• Knowledge of active learning and spiral curriculum methodologies.
• Experience using rapid cycle quality improvement assessment strategies.
• Experience building academic and community partnerships.
• Experience working in small teams/small office environments.
• Familiarity with the communities of the East Central Indiana AHEC region.
• Experience working in small teams/small office environments.
• Work experience in rural health care systems.
• Licensed as an Indiana health care professional or eligible for licensure.
• Preferred Other
• Knowledge of recruitment and retention methodologies.
• Advanced experience in community development, health professions education or provision of technical assistance to health care systems.
• American Heart Association CPR/First Aid Instructor certification.

Pre-Employment ScreeningRequires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) SupervisedUndergraduate or graduate students.

Required Certifications

EEO StatementBall State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

About Ball State UniversityBall State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department Information

Department Email or Phone Number765-285-5688

Duties & Responsibilities

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Job DutyImplement curriculum and training programs to meet the education and training needs of high school students in the East Central Indiana region for health careers promotion and preparation.

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Job DutyManage partnerships with high school guidance counselors, health and science teachers, school-to-work personnel, workforce development staff, and other key career recruitment stakeholders.

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Job DutyEngage with school administrators, teachers, counselors, HOSA Future Health Professionals (HOSA) chapters, and community partners to identify students and support student matriculation into a health career with special emphasis on engaging students with economic need from rural health professional shortage areas.

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Job DutyConduct and promote a variety of health careers summer camps annually across the 10-county region.

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Job DutyIn consultation with the Director, implement curriculum and training programs addressing one or more of the core AHEC topic areas to meet the education and training needs of health care professionals in the East Central Indiana region.

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Job DutyEstablish partnerships with public and private college/university’s Offices of Admissions, Financial Aid, Recruitment and Retention, Freshmen Advising, etc.

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Job DutyWork with and ensure compliance with commitments to the Indiana University School of Medicine, Indiana AHEC Network Office, Indiana State Department of Health, Ball State University, Health Resource and Service Administration and all other funding sources.

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Job DutyIn consultation with the Director, assist with the management of a longitudinal East Central Indiana AHEC Scholars Program using a defined set of clinical, didactic, and community-based training activities.

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Job DutyIn consultation with the Director, assist with community-based training in rural and under-served areas through field placements and clinical rotations for health professions students.

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Job DutyIn consultation with the Director, assist with the development of experiential training experiences for health professions students that are team-based and include a formal, didactic component addressing one or more of the core AHEC topic areas includinginter-professional education; behavioral health integration; social determinants of health; cultural competency; practice transformation; and current and emerging health issues.

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Job DutyComplete administrative tasks related to the daily operations of the ECI-AHEC office including, but not limited to: Facilitating staff and participant travel arrangements and reimbursements; managing ECI-AHEC supply orders in the university purchasing system; conducting evaluations of programs using the Indiana AHEC Network evaluation and reporting systems; processing payments and reimbursements to vendors, students, and community partners; etc.

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Job DutyPerform other related duties as assigned by Director.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number202501738P

Number of Vacancies1

Desired Start Date07/21/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date05/09/2025

Applications Accepted Through Date06/27/2025

Open Until FilledNo

Information regarding transcriptsThe option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions SummaryFor nominations and questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Kyla McKillip, Interim Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition, at [email protected].

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover LetterIn support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

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