The Henry M Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc Hiring for Director of HPO Integration and HPRC at Jacksonville, FL  Full Time

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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF’s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

This position will be in support the Educational Directorate of the Consortium for Health and Military Performance (CHAMP) by leading its Total Force Fitness (TFF) and human performance optimization (HPO) educational resource development and dissemination, presentation and seminar delivery, and curriculum development initiatives. Responsible for developing and managing the delivery of meaningful, scientifically accurate TFF and HPO educational experiences for Service Members, their families, and the Department of Defense community, with the purpose of advancing CHAMP’s mission of optimizing Warfighter and family performance and readiness. Builds relationships with DoD stakeholders to increase awareness of the Human Performance Resources by CHAMP (HPRC) team and resources available to improve Service Member performance.

HJF is seeking a Director of HPO Integration and HPRC to lead the development and execution of education projects. Supervises a variety of projects and leads an education team. Develops new educational resources, protocols for the team’s work, and partnerships to expand the team’s portfolio.

Note: This site requires that the incumbent has lived in the US for three out of the past five years.

Provides strategic, administrative, and operational direction and support for the Human Performance Resources by CHAMP (HPRC) team within CHAMP by overseeing the organization and execution of the team’s health and performance education efforts, including tracking the team’s work and reporting on key results, fielding incoming requests for information and consultations, and collecting and leveraging program improvement feedback.
• Organizes and executes speaking engagements for the team and delivers presentations upon request. Reviews PowerPoints and ensures cohesive messaging across all presentations and training and Public Affairs Office (PAO) requirements are met.
• Coordinates and prepares new collaborations, grants, Interagency Agreements, program income agreements, and statements of work.
• Supervises staff of subject matter experts by overseeing regular meetings, content development plans, and facilitating professional
  development of staff. Contributes to the CHAMP internship program where possible.
• Leads the team’s curriculum development and delivery efforts, including aligning materials with continuing education units where possible
• Responsible for the promotion and dissemination of the team’s work by leading various initiatives such as search engine optimization, resource dissemination plans, social media campaigns, and collaborating on outreach and promotional efforts.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Education and Experience

• Doctoral Degree required.
• Minimum of 8-10 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable complex scientific procedures and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures.
• Ability to work independently and supervise others.
• Knowledge of the health and performance optimization education landscape within the Department of Defense.
• Knowledge of scientific procedures and techniques for research translation; excellent communication skills; ability to troubleshoot project execution, ability to work independently and supervise others.
• Experienced with teaching and curriculum development. Holds or is eligible for faculty appointments in the School of Medicine and the College of Allied Health Sciences at the Uniformed Services University.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.