Manager of Partnerships & Practice - School of Public Health

Scheduled Hours37.5Position SummaryThis position is responsible for managing the Office of Practice in the School of Public Health, in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Practice. The Practice Division provides leadership and strategy to the School of Public Health ensuring alignment with its broader goals around education and research. This division will focus on building and sustaining partnerships with community members, community organizations, agency partners, private industry, and other partners to support the translation of science into practice and catalyze action that improves the lives of populations.Job DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities: Practice Strategy Implementation In collaboration with the Associate Dean for Practice, co-create a strategy for engagement and partnerships growth, collaboration, and impact with governments and associations, local community-based organizations, foundations, healthcare and healthcare systems, local businesses and within the private sector.Lead a team to implement strategy for growth and engagement in practice inside the SPH and beyond.Develop and implement a strategy to evaluate and communicate the impact of the School’s practice portfolio in meeting the overall School’s strategic priorities, building partnerships with the broad practice community, and catalyzing action that improves the lives of populations.Development, Monitoring, and Maintenance Manage the planning and monitoring of strategic priorities and initiatives, ensuring timely completion and mitigating risks.Report out on strategic plan updates and to various stakeholders, including SPH leadership, the SPH community, National Council, and the Dean’s Community Advisory Board (CAB)Develop standard operating procedures, policies, and operating manuals for the office of practice, and institute an appropriate cadence for review.Manage the planning and implementation of the Office’s efforts to establish tracking, evaluation, and reporting of partnerships, engagements, and their impactInitiative Planning and Management Manage the planning and implementation of the CAB, a key advisory board for the Bursky School of Public Health, among other initiatives and committees, and ensure alignment with broader efforts across the school.Manage efforts to develop a website and other communication efforts for the office of practice, in coordination with the broader SPH communications team and Associate DeanServe as a senior member of the Office of Practice, representing the office of practice, as appropriate, with key external stakeholders and partners.Team Leadership and Management Host weekly meetings with all superviseesManage team functions (e.g., Workday approvals, team culture, schedules)Manage and oversee tasks to ensure successful completionDevelop and implement policies and procedures for the team in accordance with all school- and university-wide policiesPerforms other duties as assigned. Working Conditions:Job Location/Working ConditionsNormal office environmentAbility to travel to various on- and off-campus locationsAbility to work evenings and weekendsAbility to work in hybrid work arrangement Physical EffortTypically sitting at a desk or tableRepetitive wrist, hand or finger movement EquipmentOffice equipmentThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.Required QualificationsEducation:Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.Certifications/Professional Licenses:No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.Work Experience:Relevant Experience (5 Years)Skills:Not ApplicableDriver's License:A driver's license is not required for this position.More About This JobPreferred Qualifications:Prior management experienceExperience in interdisciplinary collaboration.Experience in community engagement and development.Experience running or chairing an advisory board or similar bodyExperience working with and / or in St Louis community and/or governmental organizationsIndividual must be highly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.Ability to plan and manage multiple projects that yield successful outcomes.Ability to function in a fast-paced, team environment and work effectively under tight and often changing competing priorities.Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders within and outside the university. Ability to identify and resolve problems, develop alternative approaches and meet challenges with resourcefulness.Strong management skillsCreative and innovative thinkerPreferred QualificationsEducation:Master's degreeCertifications/Professional Licenses:No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.Work Experience:No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.Skills:Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Developing Creative Solutions, Fast-Paced Environments, Interpersonal Communication, Prioritization, Problem Identification, Problem Resolution, Problem Solving, Resourcefulness, Stakeholder Management, Team-OrientedGradeG14Salary Range$75,200.00 - $128,800.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.QuestionsFor frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.AccommodationIf you are