As a school of public health, our obligation is to understand critical issues, actively participate in our community, and inspire and teach current and future leaders to address pressing health issues. These leaders need skills to work collaboratively with affected communities and policy makers, and with each other, to create real, lasting change. Through research, education, and service, BUSPH is able to understand and address public health concerns locally, nationally, and internationally.
This position manages the strategic planning and overall operations of the MDPH-funded Local Public Health Institute of Massachusetts (LPHI). LPHI's mission is to improve public health and preparedness capabilities and the health of the residents of the Commonwealth by creating, implementing, and sustaining workforce development activities for local public health and other public health system partners. The incumbent facilitates collaboration and communication with BUSPH Lifelong Learning Office (LLO) and LPHI partners and stakeholders; manages the work of staff, consultants, and subject matter experts; organizes and supports Project Officer and LPHI Advisory Council meetings; facilitates, develops and/or reviews LPHI trainings; assures the issuance of continuing education units; oversees the LPHI website and learning management system (LMS); and completes required reports. They also represent LPHI in local, state, and national discussions with the other agencies and organizations involved in workforce development.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's Degree (Masters preferred) with 3-5 years of direct experience including 2+ years of management.
- Experience in project management required.
- Background in developing training or professional development activities and familiarity with distance education technology and software required.
Required Experience:
- BS in Engineering required.
- 10 to 15 years of experience with 5+ years of experience leading projects and/or teams within the food and beverage industry including some corporate exposure or tenure.
- Protein experience preferred.
- Experience working in a plant environment is helpful.
- Working knowledge of, and hands-on experience within various engineering disciplines.
- Accepting of out-of-town, overnight travel (may be sustained depending upon the project and geographic location).
OSI believes all persons have the right to be treated with dignity and respect. It is the policy of OSI to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, national origin, gender, race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, qualifications and business needs. OSI participates in the E-Verify program.
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