Job Summary
This role reports to the Director for Clinical Services Culture, Climate, and Community Engagement and is a member of team focused on advancing health equity at UC Davis Health and the region. The position is an advanced staff position responsible for project management, program development and management, and reporting with an emphasis on supporting UCDH's community engagement and Anchor Institution Pillars (i.e.local workforce development, local procurement, local community impact investments, and local volunteerism). The responsibilities include the formation of project teams for community health equity initiatives; developing project specifications, plans, and tracking/reporting structures; health analytics; and managing instructional and skills-development programs. The incumbent will work with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure appropriate development and implementation of the strategic initiatives. The position facilitates establishing short- and long-term goals for projects to achieve timely and quality results. The incumbent will recommend changes in practices and use national standards and data to inform improvement initiatives.
This position will exercise initiative, innovation, analytical organization, priority setting, leadership, professional judgment, and equity-minded lens in applying established principles and practices to new and unusual problems. The incumbent must also demonstrate extensive project management skills including current performance improvement tools and techniques, leadership strategies, effective communication skills, and professionalism with personnel at all levels in the health system, UC Davis campus, external community partners, and local and national agencies. Work is performed independently under general direction. Ability to travel to community-based organizations, clinics, events, and various UC Davis Health locations required. #CA-SB Apply By Date 8/26/2026 by 11:59pm Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
- Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience and training.
- Direct experience in the areas of health equity theories and strategies, population health, delivery system reform, and knowledge of CLAS standards.
- Experience developing and sustaining partnership with CBOs, government agencies, and healthcare organizations.
- Experience with health program policy analysis in the areas of inequities in healthcare, root causes, and innovative strategies toward health equity.
- Experience implementing and evaluating population-based health programs, health and equity strategies. Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data; Experience measuring program outcomes an continuous quality improvement.
- Experience in organizational and project management to direct projects from inception to completion.
- Experience in evaluating highly-complex information, problem assessment, developing and recommending effective solutions.
- Effective communication and writing experience to create and present detailed information from analysis and executive summary reports.
- In-depth knowledge of health equity theories and strategies, population health, Meaningful Community Engagement, and CLAS standards. Analysis of inequities in healthcare, root causes, and innovative strategies toward health equity.
- Knowledge of community health indicators and equity metrics;
- In-depth knowledge of program policy analysis. Advanced ability to produce reports.
- Advanced organizational and project management skills, with the ability to lead diverse teams and constituencies, prioritize tasks, and direct projects from inception to completion.
- Advanced ability to influence and collaborate with staff, management, clinicians across departments, patients, and community partners.
- Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving to evaluate highly-complex information, assess problems, and develop effective solutions.
- Advanced interpersonal skills for collaborating effectively with clinical and professional staff, patients and community members, and learners.
- Advanced communication skills (including written) to convey complex information, produce high-quality reports and presentations, and interact with the public.
- Advanced ability to exercise professional judgment with sensitive or confidential issues.
- Ability to travel to community-based organizations/clinics, community events, and various UC Davis Health locations required.
- Knowledge of community engagement principles, collective impact, and community-centered partnership development.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in health-related field or relevant profession, or a combination of comparable clinical education and /or experience preferred.
- Experience working with an academic medical center, community-based health organizations, and diverse constituents.
- Experience in start-up environments and demonstrated skills navigating ambiguity and complex environments.
- Experience with project management, data collection, and data visualization software (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Quatrics smartsheets, etc.)
- Advanced skills in building consensus, navigating and resolving conflict, and developing strong rapport.
Key Responsibilities
- 55% - Project and Program Management
- 25% - Capacity Building for Health Equity & Community Engagement
- 20% - Monitoring & Analysis
Department Overview As an integral part of the Division of Inclusive Excellence, the Office for Health Equity by Design for Inclusive Excellence is comprised of three units - the central Office for Health Equity by Design for Inclusive Excellence, the Center for Reducing Health Disparities, and the Office of Medical Pathways.
The Office for Health Equity by Design for Inclusive Excellence (HEDI) embodies and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles in alignment with social justice and collective impact by advocating for equitable policies, fostering trustworthy partnerships, and nurturing life-long learning. POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $8,775 - $13,075
- Salary Frequency: Monthly
- Salary Grade: Grade 25
- UC Job Title: POPULATION HEALTH SPEC 4
- UC Job Code: 005791
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift (Work Schedule): Monday - Friday; 8 hours
- Location: Administrative Support Bldg (HSP034)
- Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
- Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
- Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
- Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees
Physical Demands
Environmental Demands
- Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
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University of California- Davis Health
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parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, remote work
Aug 12, 2026