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Open Rank JFK Director

Open Rank - JFK Director - 35018 Faculty Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Developmental Pediatrics - JFK Partners

Job Title: Open Rank - Associate Professor or Professor

Position #: 00602273 - Requisition #:35018

Job Summary:

A Director of JFK Partners is being sought to assume leadership of a nationally recognized center with dedicated service providers, researchers, family members, and those with lived experience, committed to promoting equal opportunity for children, youth, and adults with disabilities.

LEND Project Director

The role of LEND project director (PD) should have direct, functional responsibility for the program for which support is directed. The PD is expected to commit a minimum of 30 percent effort on this project. While it is acceptable to have co-directors, only one PD is formally recognized by HRSA on the notice of award (NOA) and will receive key HRSA communications. The recognized PD is not a shared position, as the PD listed on the NOA is expected to commit a minimum of 30 percent of time to the project. The PD is responsible for ensuring the proper use of the MCH training grant and will be expected to attend LEND and related meetings, or designate another program representative, and is expected to work directly with the MCHB program officer.

UCEDD Project Director

The role of the UCEDD PD is to oversee and support interdisciplinary education, research, dissemination, public service, and advocacy within university of Colorado School of Medicine, community agencies, and inform state and/or federal legislators. They will review program recommendations from JFK Partners' Community Advisory Committee and collaborate with Disability Law Colorado and the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, our sister agencies also funded by ACL. The PD is responsible for ensuring the proper use of ACL funding and will be expected to attend AUCD and related UCEDD meetings, or designate another program representative, and is expected to work directly with the UCEDD program officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversight of discipline directors, other faculty, and staff
• Direct involvement with selection and oversight of fellows and trainees
• Timely submission of grant progress and performance reports
• A minimum of 0.2 cFTE for those in clinical disciplines
• Direct interactions with ACL sister agencies (DD Council; Protection and Advocacy organization)
• Director or their designee provides input related to disability policy and advocacy
• Participation in local, regional national, and/or international disability-related committees
• The Director would be expected to lead and/or participate in efforts to secure incremental, extramural funding in support of their own professional effort (FTE) and the program(s) overall,
• Contribute to expanding fund of knowledge related to IDD, SHCN, health equity, and/or system changes

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The mission of JFK Partners is to promote the individuality, inclusion, active community engagement, and health and well-being of all people of diverse backgrounds with developmental disabilities and their families. They will assume the role of Project Director of the Colorado Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND), funded by Health Services Resources Administration (HRSA) Project Director of the Colorado University Center for Excellence in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (UCEDD), funded by the Administration in Community Living.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Associate Professor:

• Terminal degree in medicine education, public administration, public health, law, economics, social sciences, psychology, or related field or currently approved LEND or UCEDD director.
• Extensive experience working with individuals with disabilities and their families, as well as with disability-focused agencies or organizations.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in programs serving individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities and/or other special health care needs.
• Experience serving as a principal investigator, co-investigator, or grant director.

Professor:

• Terminal degree in medicine education, public administration, public health, law, economics, social sciences, psychology, or related field or currently approved LEND or UCEDD director.
• Extensive experience working with individuals with disabilities and their families, as well as with disability-focused agencies or organizations.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in programs serving individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities and/or other special health care needs.
• Experience serving as a principal investigator, co-investigator, or grant director.

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Seven or more years of experience in programs serving children with individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities and/or other special health care needs
• Substantial record of research, publications, presentations, and grants administration
• Embodiment of the values of independence, productivity, and community inclusion as outlined within the DD Act
• Academic rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Committed to expanding workforce of professionals to work in the field.
• Ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships.
• Excellent communication skills related to administration, strategic vision, and improved understanding of research and issues facing people with disabilities across the lifespan.
• Skilled at developing a collaborative workplace through team building, sponsorship of junior colleagues, and respect for employees at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to affect systems change to support policy, legislation, service outcomes, equitable access, and quality of life for people with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a workplace culture that values collaboration, intellectual curiosity, mentoring, academic freedom, and diverse perspectives.
• Understanding of AUCD network, particularly LEND and UCEDD Programs, and their role, purpose, and mission.
• Skill and experience program administration, research, training, outreach, technical assistance, resource development/leverage, and dissemination activities.
• Knowledge and skills related to direct lived experience as a person with a disability and/or family/caregiver experience.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to:

Kim Mondragon: KIMBERLY.MONDRAGON@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by November 15, 2024 Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

MD candidates:

Associate Professor: $200,000 - $250,000

Professor: $250,000 - $300,000

Clinical PhD candidates:

Associate Professor: $150,000 - $170,000

Professor: $180,000 - $200,000

Non-Clinical PhD Candidates:

Associate Professor: $140,000 - $160,000

Professor: $160,000 - $180,000

Masters Level Terminal Degree Candidates:

Associate Professor: $125,000 - $150,000

Professor: $135,000 - $160,000

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Perks & Benefits: https://advantage.cu.edu/search

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21457 - SOM-PEDS DEV PEDS-GENOPS Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Sep 27, 2024 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Kim Mondragon Posting Contact Email: KIMBERLY.MONDRAGON@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU Position Number: 00602273

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=35018&lang=en







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