Partnerships Coordinator - Health Sciences | Appalachian and Rural Center for Health

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This position is primarily located in Allen County, Ohio.

Scope of Position 

Under the direction of the Regional Partnerships Supervisor, the Partnerships Coordinator will act as trusted coordinator between local communities and the university’s colleges, medical center, research, and extension systems. This role is modeled after the OSU Extension tradition and informed by national best practices in health extension.

Position Summary

The Partnerships Coordinator serves as a bridge between the Appalachian and Rural Center for Health (ARCH) at The Ohio State University and local communities to advance community-centered health initiatives. This role emphasizes co-creation and partnership-building, connecting OSU’s academic and clinical resources with community needs while fostering trust between Ohio State and local partners. Responsibilities include integrating into the community, facilitating collaboration, maintaining open and transparent communication, and staying attuned to evolving local needs. Each agent’s role is shaped by the community they serve, requiring adaptability, inclusivity, and a commitment to meaningful, action-oriented work. Agents act as catalysts for health promotion, workforce development, and clinical transformation.

Duties and Responsibilities

90% Strategic and Administrative Duties

• Build and sustain trusted relationships with local healthcare providers, public health agencies, and community organizations
• Represent ARCH’s mission and the land grant mission of Ohio State in local conversations
• Get involved in local coalitions and meetings related to health and health care and other gatherings
• Actively participate as a member of county, multi-county, and state teams to advance the mission, vision, and values of ARCH and Ohio State University
• Meet with local health care providers and other health-related organizations to build relationships and develop a deep understanding of opportunities and needs
• Serve as a bidirectional connector between community needs and OSU’s clinical, research, and educational resources
• Facilitate community input into ARCH programming and ensure local relevance and cultural alignment
• Provide written and verbal reports to ARCH leadership
• Attend in person meetings in the community and at Ohio State University
• Support the co-creation and implementation of innovative clinical and public health programs tailored to local needs
• Collaborate with OSU Extension Educators to promote collaboration locally among OSU representatives
• Aid in promoting  evidence-based practices and community-driven solutions
• Assist in developing local pipelines into healthcare careers through outreach, mentorship, and partnerships with educational institutions
• Support scaling of retention strategies for rural healthcare professionals
• Promote participation in community-based research and quality improvement initiatives
• Help translate research findings into actionable community health strategies
• Elevate community voices by sharing information with ARCH leadership for university use in state and regional health policy discussions

5% other duties assigned by Administrator

5% Administrative Reporting and Duties

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 2 years of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to interact effectively with multiple populations. Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours with a minimum of supervision. Hours could include days, evenings, and weekends. Ability to travel within and outside of Ohio required.

A bachelors degree in business, health, public administration, community engagement, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Three years of relevant experience preferred. Experience with health care delivery, program development and management, or community engagement required. Experience working in or with rural or Appalachian communities required.

Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and facilitation skills.  Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete projects.  Ability to learn new systems software.  Independent and self-motivated.  Project management experience required. 

Organizational Expectations 

Adheres to all the Medical Center and the Department policies and procedures. Demonstrates Medical Center mission, vision and values through positive and effective interactions with staff, patients, and coworkers. Maintains professional conduct and promotes a positive team attitude by adhering to organizational expectations. Promotes teamwork through mutual respect for co-workers, developing positive interpersonal relationships, and lending assistance as needed.

On-going: Attends professional continuing education to remain up to date on best practices and technological

innovations in clinical disciplines and in rural and Appalachian health.

Function: Business Planning and Operations

Sub-Function: Community Outreach

Career Band: Individual Contributor - S2

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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.