Program Associate-Rural Health Initiatives at Connecticut State Community College in Winsted, CT

Job description

About CT State Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State Position Details Posted: September 23, 2026 Level: Community College Professional 17, 12-month, Special Appointment Employment Type: Temporary position, non-tenure track position (Grant-Funded) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: December 2026 Work Location: CT State Northwestern (Park Pl, Winsted, CT 06098) Work Modality: **This position is hybrid** Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Position Summary The Connecticut State Office of Rural Health (CT-ORH), housed at CT State Northwestern, receives funding through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and works to improve access to quality health care for rural residents across the state through collaboration, technical assistance, policy support, and targeted investments. The CT-ORH anticipates a grant through the CT Department of Social Services (CT DSS) as part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The Program Associate supports the implementation of a Community Health Navigator Program, a regional pilot initiative to connect rural residents with essential health and preventive services. This is a full-time, durational position (up to 5 years), contingent upon the receipt and continuation of federal funding. The Program Associate coordinates grant-funded activities, monitors sub-awards to external vendors, supports compliance and reporting requirements, assists with stakeholder engagement across the grant period, as well as other responsibilities as needed. The position will also dedicate 20% effort to supporting the CT-ORH Program. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the CT Office of Rural Health Director, the Program Associate of Rural Health Initiatives is accountable for the following duties through the effective performance in these essential duties: Key responsibilities include: Program Coordination Grant Management and Reporting Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration CT State Office of Rural Health Grant Program Additional responsibilities include: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies Service on assigned committees and task forces Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends. This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a health-related field with two (2) or more years of experience, ideally in a grant-funded program in health, public health or human services; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience with grant writing, monitoring, and grants management. Excellent organizational skills Knowledge of state and federal health care delivery systems, particularly rural health issues Ability to work independently and establish effective cooperative working relationships with key stakeholders, public and private health care providers, state officials, community members, and other groups Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural,