Community Liaison - Rural Affairs (Abilene)

Position Description

The Community Liaison is responsible for developing key relationships in the Abilene community that will assist the university in meeting its fundraising, programming and community awareness goals by conducting programs designed to create and maintain a favorable public image for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC)

Major / Essential Functions

This position is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with community stakeholders in support of TTUHSC's mission to improve health outcomes through strategic rural programming. Assigned to various projects on a rotating basis, this position will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to advance programming, outreach, research, and service efforts in rural regions.

• Conducts program research and documentation of requirements, program development, timelines, tools, deployment and on-going management of assigned initiative.
• Provide support and project management to assigned programs including community-based initiatives coordinated under Rural Affairs.
• Provide Coordination and support and serve as a regional contact for assigned project and project team.
• Organize and participate in assigned project events and screenings.
• Provides leadership for assigned West Texas Rural Affairs initiatives.
• Keeps leadership informed of progress and elevates any issues that require action and / or decision.
• Actively attends and participates in Rural Affairs team meetings in person or via zoom.
• Other duties as assigned by Rural Affairs leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience to equal seven years.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For , TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care - and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution's lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member :

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.