Health Career Navigator - Temporary Pool

Department

Health Institute

MSU Denver invites applications for temporary health career navigator (HCN) positions. This ongoing posting is used to create a pool of qualified, interested candidates whom we may contact as temporary HCN needs arise.

MSU Denver periodically has temporary employment opportunities for health career navigator roles. Temporary employees are assigned to the health institute to handle special projects, to fill in while positions are vacant, or to cover for employees who are temporarily out. MSU Denver accepts applicants for temporary opportunities on a rolling basis although the availability of assignments varies throughout the year as needs arise. As the University has openings, those candidates whose background and experience appear to match the requirements most closely will be contacted for an interview; otherwise, you may not receive communication regarding your application.

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado’s extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, 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

Temporary Health Career Navigators work with the Healthcare Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) in the MSU Denver Gina and Frank Day Health Institute. Health Career Navigators (HCN) work with a diverse student population to prepare them for jobs in the Colorado health workforce. These students are seeking a degree in one of our Health Institute departments and receive training in culturally diverse patient-centered care.

MSU Denver’s Gina and Frank Day Health Institute is housed in the College of Health and Human Sciences. The programs will empower diverse undergraduate students who come from underrepresented economic and educational backgrounds to succeed in our pre-health/allied health programs.

Health Career Navigators report to the Associate Director of the Health Institute. These positions recruit, advise, provide resources, coordinate service, deliver programming, and coordinate with external partners for students majoring in health fields.

Responsibilities

Student Support Services (75%)

• Help students develop a plan to enter the workforce through life design advising
• Coordinate, implement, and provide services to ensure success of students enrolled in health scholars programs
• Provide case management and develop individualized plans to meet the educational goals of students enrolled in health scholars programs
• Prepare and disseminate information on career opportunities to incoming and current health scholar students
• Serve as a direct liaison between external partners/organizations and health scholar students
• Assess students’ interests and abilities and match them with external opportunities, agencies, and mentors
• Provide resources to students to increase retention and graduation rates
• Grade all assignments submitted by health scholar students, and assign a corresponding grade for the completion of

Recruitment (Seasonal - Varies by HCN)

• Conduct appropriate outreach to recruit students into the health scholars programs
• Develop relationships and work collaboratively with community colleges to facilitate seamless transfer of students into MSU Denver
• Coordinate special events and activities for HCOP students and students interested in health-related careers

Program Development (25%)

• Lead curriculum development, management, and delivery via the health scholars classes
• Partner with external health agencies, organizations, and businesses to create referral system and pipeline for health scholar students
• Recruit mentors and coordinate with external partners to mentor students
• Develop, provide support for, and attend program related and campus events
• Support academic conference presentations   
• Support internal and external stakeholder meetings
• Plan and implement
• Provide additional support for the Health Institute as needed  
• Assist with the data collection, record keeping, and writing/program evaluation necessary to maintain grant complicate
• Assist with the writing and renewal of Health Institute grants
• Assist with Health Institute event planning and execution
• Lead HCN specific point projects as defined by the health institute executive director and associate director

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university OR a combination of education and relevant experience that are equal to a full bachelor’s degree (1 year of education = 2 years of experience)
• Demonstrated experience working with students in an academic or community-based setting, as a recruiter, advisor, case manager, educational counselor, career coach, mentor, or teacher

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education, human services, or related field
• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in a related field
• Academic advising at the college level
• Experience working with diverse populations including non- traditional students, students of color, first generation college students

Salary for Announcement

Hiring will be done on an as-needed basis.

The hourly rate for this position ranges from the current Denver minimum wage – $34 an hour.

Because this is a temporary position, employees are only eligible for sick leave; no other benefits will be offered. This position does require enrollment into a PERA retirement account.

Work Hours

Work hours vary given the temporary nature of position and are based upon department need. While this position requires the candidate selected for hire to work in person, there may be flexibility of some remote work opportunities and hybrid schedules (subject to supervisor approval). 

Instructions to Apply

All applications must include a resume. Please include all relevant information that you want a hiring manager to see (contact information, education, job history, qualifications, experience, availability, etc.).

Closing Date

12/31/2026

Posting Representative

Darrick Conroy

Posting Representative Email

[email protected]

Benefits

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 access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to 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 [email protected].

Diversity Statement

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.