Community Liaison - Part Time

About the University

MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

Position Summary:
The Community Liaison serves within Metropolitan State University of Denver's Gina and Frank Day Health Institute (DHI), working with a broad and inclusive student population to prepare them for careers in the mental health workforce. This role collaborates closely with K-12 school districts and students to strengthen and expand the pipeline for mental health professionals in schools.

This is a grant-funded position reporting to the Associate Director. The Community Liaison will play a key role in the success of the DoE I'm Healthy Health Scholars program by fostering strong relationships between Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSUD), participating high schools, and community partners. The position is primarily focused on recruiting and supporting high school students from Title 1 Schools (T1S) who are interested in pursuing careers in school mental health. The Community Liaison will conduct workshops and seminars on Designing Your Life (DYL) in participating high schools, providing students with essential information about career pathways in mental health, preparing them for higher education, and guiding them toward professional opportunities. This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for an individual with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for supporting inclusive and underserved communities.

Commitment to Access and Opportunity

MSU Denver is dedicated to serving students from all backgrounds and improving access to higher education for underrepresented and historically marginalized groups. Over 58% of our students are first-generation college students, and more than 54% identify as students of color. As a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) located in downtown Denver, MSU Denver is the third-largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only one with an open-access mission. We serve the most inclusive undergraduate population in the state, as well as the highest number of first-generation students.

The role is perfect for those dedicated to promoting opportunities for all students in higher education

Duties/Responsibilities:

Community Engagement and Partnership Development (30%)

• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, including local high schools, organizations in mental health, and other stakeholders.
• Incorporate feedback from community partners and program participants to enhance program offerings and achieve desired outcomes.

Outreach and Workshop Delivery (30%)

• Conduct Design Your Life (DYL) workshops in participating high schools to prepare students for college and explore career pathways in mental health.
• Promote the DoE I'm Healthy Health Scholars program and support recruitment efforts at partner high schools.
• Provide students with guidance on college readiness, financial resources, and opportunities in mental health careers.
• Assist in coordinating the Peer Health Exchange program interns and graduate student interns in select schools, where needed

Program Support and Coordination (20%)

• Collaborate with MSUD staff and faculty, school district partners, and community organizations to maintain effective communication and program alignment.
• Assist the Program Manager (PM) and Principal Investigator (PI) in planning and executing program events.
• Facilitate high school student participation in the Health Career Summit, including coordinating transportation logistics.

Program Evaluation and Continuous Improvement (10%)

• Partner with the program evaluator to collect and analyze data related to student recruitment, program outcomes, and overall effectiveness.
• Participate in team meetings to assess progress, address challenges, and propose strategies for ongoing program enhancement.

Health Institute Planning and Collaboration (10%)

• Contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum for Health Institute events, such as the Navigate Your Health Career Summit, workshops, and seminars.
• Support Health Institute events, activities, and celebrations.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Health Institute leadership, including grant writing, data collection, and preparing conference proposals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in community outreach, youth mentorship, or educational program coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, including public speaking and workshop facilitation.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including high school students, educators, and mental health professionals.
• 2 years demonstrated experience working with a k12 school districts students in an academic or community-based setting, such as a recruiter, advisor, case manager, educational counselor, career coach, mentor, or teacher

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Education).
• 5+ years working with a k12 school
• Knowledge or interest in mental health fields and career pathways.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple institutions and agencies to support program goals.
• Experience working in or with Title 1 schools or other underserved communities is a plus.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience in grant work

Salary for Announcement

Schedule Information

• Part-time, 20 hours a week
• Exempt
• Flexibility in work schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends for events and outreach activities.

Instructions to Apply

Please apply through MSU Denver Careers and submit your cover letter and resume or CV. Select Begin Your Job Search, then search for JR103755. Internal applicants must apply through their MSU Denver Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Applications that do not contain all required documents may not receive full consideration. Professional references and their contact information will be requested from the finalist. At least one reference provided must be a supervisor (either current or former).

Please apply by Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 at 11:59pm for full consideration.

Open Until Filled

The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.Visit MSU Denver'sbenefits websiteto learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.