IVPC Program Manager

University of Colorado Anschutz

Colorado School of Public Health | Injury and Violence Prevention Center

IVPC Program Manager
Position #: 00848293 - Requisition #: 39910

Job Summary:

Join the Colorado School of Public Health as the IVPC Program Manager (Research Services Program Manager). The Injury and Violence Prevention Center (IVPC) is dedicated to reducing injury and violence through rigorous research, workforce training, and translating evidence into effective policies and practices.

The IVPC Program Manager will play a central role in advancing the mission of the center by supporting its growth and development. Responsibilities will include supporting research management and development, fostering strategic partnerships, coordinating outreach efforts with local, state, and national partners, developing and administering workforce trainings, and supporting translation of evidence and data into practice settings. This role blends project management, relationship building, and operational support to strengthen IVPC's capacity to translate injury and violence prevention research into real-world impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development of infrastructure to support injury prevention research, with a focus on building new initiatives (e.g., promote funding opportunities, identify tools to support grant development, connect researchers and supporting partnerships, etc.).

• Support the identification, development, and promotion of dissemination of research within the IVPC (e.g., toolkits, implementation guides, visual abstracts, data briefs).

• Field and collaborate on requests from national, state, and local partners for technical assistance and training on evidence-based injury prevention practice.

• Work with IVPC leadership to create and implement a strategic outreach plan.

• Foster productive and collaborative relationships and external partnerships including public health agencies and community-based organizations locally, at the state level, mountain west region, and nationally.

• Oversee planning and implementation of various on-campus and off-campus events with partners and collaborators (e.g., webinars, annual convenings, and community events), which includes managing scheduling, marketing, correspondence with partners, logistics, and in-person facilitation and support.

• Represent the IVPC at various events, such as exhibiting at community events and conferences.

• Develop and maintain programmatic tracking databases; monitor progress and effectiveness of programmatic efforts.

• Support leadership with research and programmatic fund development activities, including developing pitches, presentations, or grant applications.

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position that reports to the IVPC Director.

Work Location:

Why Join Us:

Hybrid -This position is located on the CU Anschutz Campus in Aurora, CO and is expected to work on site three days per week.

The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) is a unique and collaborative graduate school that combines the collective expertise of three Colorado universities: the University of Colorado Anschutz (CU Anschutz) in Aurora, Colorado State University (CSU) in Fort Collins, and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) in Greeley, Colorado. The Colorado School of Public Health is the only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing a vital contribution towards ensuring our region's health and wellbeing. The school's faculty, staff, and students work together to share knowledge and conduct innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, costly injuries, and more.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

• There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in public health, social/behavioral sciences, communication, education, healthcare administration, public administration, business administration, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution

• Four (4) years of project management experience, with demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple groups of diverse perspectives towards completing objectives

• One (1) year of experience in the field of injury and violence prevention or overdose and substance misuse prevention

  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree in public health, business, business administration, social/behavioral sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, or a directly related field from an accredited institution

• 2+ years working in the field(s) of injury prevention and/or violence prevention AND/OR overdose prevention and/or substance misuse prevention

• 2+ years of experience working in higher education

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• Demonstrated experience in fostering a community that values a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Demonstrated high level of independence and individual time management of project tasks

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with range of roles in academic and community settings

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume

2. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

3. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address should be available upon request.

Questions should be directed to: Megan Freije, Megan.Freije@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until May 26, 2026.

Anticipated Salary Range:

The starting target salary for this position has been established as $67,000 - $84,000 per year.

The above salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

As the School of Public Health located within the University of Colorado on the Anschutz Campus, we are committed to developing and sustaining a faculty, staff, and student body that reflects a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. We advocate for and actively lead efforts and activities to build a community that treats people with dignity, respect, and compassion among the school's students, staff, faculty, and external community partners.

ADA Statement:

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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Campus 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 investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.