Western Michigan University

Overview

The On Call Coordinator will support the Office Community Education and Engagement, focusing on the implementation of WMed’s Pathway Programs. This position involves coordination and planning of academic enrichment and outreach activities aimed at fostering interest in health and science careers among diverse student populations. The Coordinator will work closely with the Manager, Pathway Programs and community partners to facilitate program logistics, student engagement, and educational partnerships throughout Kalamazoo County. The applicant must commits to 10 hours per week for a total of 10 months and must be flexible. Assists the Manager for Pathway Programs with other pathway program needs. Help facilitate with program activities and recruitment of promising students in high school and undergraduate college level.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the On Call Coordinator for all WMed Pathway Programs.
• Support program operations, including scheduling, material preparation, food vendor coordination, photography, and event setup and breakdown.
• Assist with facilitation needs of pathway programming for student populations from elementary through undergraduate levels.
• Act as the first point of contact for inquiries related to pathway programs from students, educators, vendors, and community partners.
• Help with the planning and instruction session for students in the following programs:
  • 4th–5th grade: Weekly sessions every Thursday morning.
  • Middle School: After-school programs in Kalamazoo Public Schools.
  • High School: Monthly Saturday Academy sessions at WMed.
  • Summer Programs: High school and undergraduate 8-week on-site sessions.
• Participate in outreach events such as STEM Day and the Science Research Enrichment Program.
• Utilize virtual platforms and software including Microsoft Teams for virtual engagement and REDCap for data entry.
• Attend team planning meetings and contribute to ongoing program needs
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Manager of Pathway Programs

Qualifications

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The applicant must be willing to lift 30lbs. Possess a strong ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal skills.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Associates Degree Preferred, Some experience in educational outreach, program development or similar field.
• Demonstrated excellence in public speaking, written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability and dedication to assist with the development of students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs for event setup and coordination tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Flexible and adaptable work style; able to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects of different scales.
• Ability to problem solve, meet deadlines, prioritize work, interpret and apply rules, policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and social media.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as with a team.
• Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The employee regularly works in a clean, well-lighted, temperature controlled, and smoke-free environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Minimal risk of exposure to noxious substances and infectious agents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The employee must be able to perform a combination of sitting, standing and walking.
• Must have the ability to hear within normal range and possess the physical capability and hand dexterity to operate basic office equipment.
• Occasionally lifts average of 30 pounds.

About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)

We are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-entered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a just culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.

The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Ascension Borgess and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. WMed is the recipient of a $100 million foundational gift and the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school. WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs and an annual estimated economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.

WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission. The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program and a Master of Science degree program in Biomedical Sciences. We train physicians in 10 residencies and five fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.

WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas. Faculty in the Department of Pathology serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.

The W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with student study and social spaces, team-based learning halls, faculty and administrative offices, a state-of-the-art Simulation Center accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, basic science research labs, as well as toxicology and forensic pathology labs.

WMed builds upon Kalamazoo’s century-long foundation of drug discovery and medical device development with a strategic investment in clinical, laboratory, community, and educational research. The Center for Immunobiology, Center for Clinical Research, Research Histology Lab, Innovation Center, and Human Research Protection Program contribute to the medical school’s advancement of knowledge through innovation and discovery.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with applicable State and Federal law.