Are you passionate about community health, education, and making a lasting impact in occupational and environmental health? We’re seeking a dynamic Outreach and Education Coordinator to lead community engagement, educational programming, and research initiatives that improve worker health and safety across Central New York.
This is a unique opportunity to blend field outreach, public health strategy, and academic engagement in a mission-driven organization serving vulnerable working populations.
Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 DOE
Design and lead community-based outreach and education initiatives.
Conduct health needs assessments and analyze outcomes to improve outreach effectiveness.
Create and deliver educational materials, workshops, and training sessions on occupational and environmental health.
Increase awareness of occupational health services among key groups—workers, unions, healthcare providers, employers, and community organizations.
Supervise community outreach partners and ensure message alignment across platforms.
Act as a primary liaison to advisory boards and collaborate with stakeholders in labor, legal, academic, and public health sectors.
Build and sustain partnerships with employers to promote occupational health services and preventative programs.
Work closely with clinical and administrative teams to integrate outreach efforts with patient care services.
Identify and pursue funding from agencies such as NIOSH, HRSA, and CDC, as well as private foundations.
Lead or support grant proposals, LOIs, budgets, and reporting requirements.
Collaborate on study design, data collection, and evaluation planning with leadership and faculty.
Support or lead research on occupational exposures, health disparities, and program evaluation.
Analyze data using SAS, R, Stata, or Excel to inform outreach and quality improvement.
Contribute to scientific manuscripts, policy briefs, and conference presentations.
Teach up to two courses annually for medical or public health students (depending on appointment).
Mentor MPH and medical students on research, capstones, or field placements.
Contribute guest lectures or modules in relevant public health or medical education courses.
Master’s degree in Public Health or related field with emphasis on occupational, environmental, or behavioral health.
Minimum 5 years of experience in public health, community outreach, or occupational health settings.
Demonstrated success in grant writing and program development.
Strong communication and technical writing skills, with the ability to translate complex health data.
Experience in public health data analysis and evaluation.
Proven project management and stakeholder collaboration skills.
Availability for local travel for outreach and stakeholder meetings.
Doctoral degree (DrPH, PhD) in Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Proficiency in Spanish or another language to support multilingual community outreach.
Experience supervising students, interns, or program staff.
Knowledge of academic publishing and presenting at professional conferences.
Located in the heart of Central New York, Syracuse offers a vibrant mix of culture, education, and affordability. Home to Syracuse University, the city is rich in innovation and community spirit. With proximity to the Finger Lakes, Adirondacks, and several state parks, Syracuse blends urban convenience with natural beauty—making it a great place to live, work, and thrive.
Impact community health outcomes by shaping outreach and education for underserved worker populations.
Collaborate with passionate public health leaders and academic partners.
Be part of a team advancing health equity and workplace safety.
Gain experience in grant writing, teaching, research, and stakeholder collaboration—all in one role.
If you’re a driven public health professional ready to build community partnerships, educate diverse audiences, and lead strategic outreach programs—we want to hear from you. Apply today and join our mission to improve occupational health and safety in New York State.
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