Lead, Student Career Specialist (Casual) - Center for Healthier Communities

This is a casual position which is subject to renewal on 06/30/2027.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Lead, Student Career Specialist is responsible for the strategic coordination, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of assigned Community Health and Workforce Development programs. Under the direction of the Program Manager or Director, this position exercises independent judgment in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs to achieve organizational objectives and ensure compliance with grant, contract, and regulatory requirements. The incumbent coordinates program operations, develops needs assessments and evaluation tools, analyzes data, and recommends program improvements. The position serves as a liaison with internal departments, educational institutions, employers, healthcare providers, community organizations, and other partners to strengthen program outcomes. The Lead, Student Career Specialist coordinates participant recruitment, engagement, education, and support activities, including oversight of student experiences and program outcomes. The position identifies funding opportunities, contributes to grant development and reporting, supports strategic planning, and ensures timely completion of program deliverables to advance innovative, high-quality programs that meet community and organizational needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in area of Study in a Field Related to the Position

2 years of experience

CA Driver's License

Proof of Auto Insurance

Experience in designing community-based programs, data collection, and evaluation

Demonstrated experience implementing public health programs

Experience with survey methods and outcome evaluations

Strong organizational and time management skills; excellent verbal skills and written communication skills, and ability to adapt to various audiences

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree

2 years of experience

Experience organizing large events

Knowledge of education and community health principles and practices

Strong community and local hospital relationships

Demonstrated ability to create tracking databases and analyze outcomes

The current salary range for this position is $29.48 to $40.55

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.