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Outreach Specialist

University of North Texas Health Science Center
United States, Texas, Fort Worth
3500 Camp Bowie Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 08, 2025
Title: Outreach Specialist Employee Classification: Outreach Specialist Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers Department: HSC-Inst for Health Disparities-300220 Job Location: Fort Worth Salary: $51,744.00 min. - $64,680.00 FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. Department Summary The Institute for Health Disparities (IHD) conducts research, training and community outreach in the areas of minority health, health disparities and workforce variety. Constituting the IHD are the Texas Center for Health Disparities, National Research Mentoring Network, Texas CEAL Consortium, Differential Training Programs, AIM-AHEAD and the NIMHD Endowment. Position Overview This role will be responsible for coordinating, planning and executing event/program/project logistics. Will aid in the creation of relevant content in order to expand outreach efforts and provide all necessary metrics where applicable. This role will also work with all relevant teams throughout the campus and broader community to draft and communicate announcements, stories, newsletters, and other information about events, developments, accomplishments and milestones. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related professional field and three (3) years of related experience. A combination of education and relevant experience may be substitute for the educational requirement. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to demonstrate strong written, oral and social media communication skills. Demonstrate highly organized, with good planning and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with applicants, employees, and the general public Ability to work according to schedules and itineraries while also being able to exercise good judgement and remain flexible Demonstrate discipline and diligence with social media Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to plan, organize, and effectively manage multiple assignments and projects Job Duties To be added by department. Work with team members on planning campus and/or community outreach events. Execute on event plans within budget and on time to optimally manage event logistic, venues, vendors, etc. Work with team members to develop and execute on social media strategies that help meet organizational objectives. Work with team members to create relevant and engaging content for social media platforms or newsletters daily/periodically and monitor platform analytics to optimize content. Work with team members and other units at UNT Health to draft campus and community communications about team events, news, developments and accomplishments. Other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.