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University of Washington

Deputy Director

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


If you are using a screen reader and experience any difficulty accessing our web pages, please call 206-543-2544 or email UWHires and we will be happy to assist you.Benefits:

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.The Department of Health Systems and Population Health (HSPop) has an outstanding opportunity for a

full-time (100% FTE) Deputy Director

to provide critical leadership, partnership development, communications strategy, as well as project, fiscal, and personnel management for the new Center for Anti-Racism and Community Health (ARCH).About the Center for Anti-Racism and Community Health (ARCH)ARCH’s mission is to serve as a rigorous and community-driven academic hub focused on the critical interrogation and disruption of mechanisms of structural racism and discrimination that threaten the health and well-being of marginalized people, especially Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) communities.About the Department of Health Systems and Population Health (HSPop)The HSPop Department values and honors equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and excellence in teaching and mentoring, scholarship, practice, and service to catalyze innovative solutions that overcome complex public health challenges.The Deputy Director position will have both internal and external responsibilities ranging from strategic planning, fiscal and grant management, administering center operations, human resources, and building and fostering internal and external relationships. They will be responsible for program operations, appropriate resource allocation, and collaborations with the center’s advisory collectives/boards, faculty affiliates, and community partners.The Deputy Director must be adept at applying anti-racism principles in various areas including strategic planning, organizational culture, professional communication, and ethical standards.This Deputy Director will manage a complex set of activities to produce deliverables in collaboration with UW stakeholders, research teams and community partners. Duties include overseeing the Center budgeting process; developing and applying fiscal and HR policies and practices; collaborating with HSPop staff and faculty, and multiple levels of leadership across other UW departments, to accomplish ARCH Center’s program goals.The Deputy Director will drive implementation of the ARCH Center’s mission by leading high-level and complex programmatic, administrative, and operations tasks while exercising authentic anti-racism praxis.This position is eligible for a hybrid telework arrangement, which may include an ongoing, regular remote work arrangement in addition to reporting onsite. The University’s Seattle campus will remain the official work location.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProject Management and Leadership (35%)

Work closely with the ARCH Director to develop and maintain the center’s foundational goals and pursuits.Develop and oversee the evaluation of center activities, operations, and partnerships.Work with center and project leadership to establish a long-term and short-term management vision.Facilitate and run project update meetings.Triage emerging challenges through independent and creative problem solving.Design and implement standard operating procedures for project-wide activities.Hire, onboard, and supervise center personnel.Foster a supportive and productive work environment.Partnerships and Communications (30%)

Engage with internal and external partners to identify collaborative opportunities.Organize and facilitate meetings to obtain community partner input.Develop and oversee marketing and communications.Create and manage external community engagement plan.Support advocacy and funding efforts.Attend meetings and events that relate to the center’s mission.Operations (30%)

Oversee day-to-day fiscal, grants management, administrative, and program operations.Direct the development and implementation of the center’s fiscal and administrative policies.Oversee and monitor center budgets to ensure compliance.Coordinate writing and completion of all funder-required reporting.Other Duties, as Assigned (5%)MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in fields or disciplines related to work with human populations.AND 5 years of non-profit, government, higher education, administrative management, or related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Five years of relevant experience.Knowledge of anti-racism, critical race theory, diversity, equity, and inclusion.Demonstrated commitment to infusing equity and anti-racism principles.Experience supervising and/or mentoring staff.Project management experience.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to handle sensitive situations with integrity.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in relevant fields.Experience managing sponsored projects and budgets.Experience navigating UW systems.Application Process:

The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct.

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