Description

The Workforce Coordinator (WC) reports to the Executive Director and will assist in the design, 
development, and management of PCOH initiatives and events promoting workforce retention and 
expansion in Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in oral health systems, health 
navigation, and workforce engagement, along with strong organizational and communication skills to bridge 
Pennsylvania’s highly fragmented dental care landscape. 

The WC is a grant-funded position which supports PCOH statewide efforts to strengthen and expand the 
oral health workforce in Pennsylvania. This position coordinates multiple workforce-focused workgroups and 
partnerships, maintains and analyzes data related to the dental workforce and education pipeline, monitors 
changes and trends over time, and supports the development of strategies and initiatives to improve 
recruitment, retention, distribution, and access to oral health providers. 

The WC functions as part of a small, dynamic team managing a statewide nonprofit advocacy organization 
with a collaborative, professional, and friendly work style. PCOH maintains a heavy workload, using a team 
approach to accomplish its goals. The WC serves as a key internal resource on oral health workforce issues 
and works collaboratively with PCOH staff, state agencies, educational institutions, health systems, 
professional organizations, community partners, and other stakeholders. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 
Workforce Data & Surveillance 

• Maintain and regularly update PCOH oral health workforce data systems and tracking tools
• Track Pennsylvania’s practicing dental workforce, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental 
  assistants, and other relevant oral health professionals
• Monitor workforce distribution by county, region, rural/urban designation, provider type, practice 
  setting, and other relevant characteristics
• Track dental workforce shortages, health professional shortage areas (HPSAs), provider 
  participation in Medicaid, and other indicators of access to care
• Maintain data on Pennsylvania’s dental education pipeline, including dental schools, dental hygiene 
  programs, dental assisting programs, enrollment, graduates, program capacity, and other relevant 
  measures using national, state, and regional sources
• Monitor changes in the number, location, and capacity of dental education programs over time
• Track licensure, retirement, attrition, recruitment, and other factors affecting the size and 
  composition of the practicing workforce when data are available
• Identify emerging workforce trends, gaps, and areas of concern and communicate findings to PCOH 
  leadership and partners
• Develop and maintain longitudinal datasets to demonstrate changes in oral health workforce
• Research and incorporate relevant workforce data from state and national sources, including 
  licensure data, Medicaid data, federal workforce data, educational institutions, professional 
  organizations, and other reliable sources
• Produce maps, charts, reports, fact sheets, and other materials to communicate workforce findings 
  to internal and external audiences
• Support data collection activities such as workforce surveys, secret shopper assessments, 
  environmental scans, and other workforce research initiatives

Workgroup & Partnership Coordination

• Coordinate multiple PCOH workforce-related workgroups, committees, and partner collaboratives 
  Develop agendas, coordinate meetings, prepare materials, facilitate follow-up, and document action 
  items and outcomes
• Maintain workgroup membership lists, communications, workplans, and timelines
• Ensure workgroups have clear goals, measurable objectives, and defined responsibilities
• Build and maintain relationships with dental schools, dental hygiene and assisting programs, state 
  agencies, professional associations, health centers, health systems, workforce organizations, and 
  other key partners
• Identify opportunities for collaboration and information sharing among organizations working to 
  address Pennsylvania’s oral health workforce challenges
• Support statewide workforce initiatives and partnerships that address recruitment, retention, 
  education, career pathways, and access to care 

Workforce Planning & Program Support 

• Assist PCOH in identifying workforce priorities and developing strategies to address workforce 
  shortages and maldistribution
• Monitor state and national workforce policies, trends, funding opportunities, and emerging practices
• Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of workforce programs and initiatives
• Assist with workforce pipeline and career pathway initiatives designed to encourage students and 
  professionals to enter and remain in oral health careers
• Support efforts to strengthen connections between educational institutions, employers, health 
  centers, and communities
• Identify promising workforce recruitment and retention strategies applicable to Pennsylvania
• Assist with grant applications, grant-funded projects, reports, and deliverables related to oral health 
  workforce development
• Manage training programs and provide educational courses  

Communications & Knowledge Translation 

• Translate complex workforce data into clear, useful information for PCOH stakeholders, 
  policymakers, partners, and the public
• Prepare presentations, reports, briefs, talking points, newsletters, and other communications related 
  to oral health workforce issues
• Respond to requests for workforce information and assist PCOH staff and partners in locating and 
  interpreting relevant data
• Maintain current knowledge of PA and national oral health workforce issues and emerging trends 
  Contribute workforce-related content to PCOH publications, website, and social media 

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement 

• Track progress toward workforce-related goals, objectives, and performance measures
• Maintain databases and tracking systems for workforce projects and initiatives
• Support evaluation activities, including data collection, analysis, reporting, and identification of areas 
  for improvement
• Monitor outcomes of workforce programs and workgroups and adjust based on findings
• Maintain organized documentation of activities, partnerships, deliverables, and outcomes 

General PCOH Responsibilities 

• Participate as an active member of the PCOH team and contribute to priorities beyond assigned 
  workforce activities as needed
• Represent PCOH at meetings, conferences, coalitions, and other professional events
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with PCOH partners and stakeholders
• Assist with planning and implementation of events, trainings, webinars, and other activities

Maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment when handling organization and stakeholder 
information

Requirements

Qualifications 

Required:

• A bachelor’s degree in public health, health administration, health sciences, workforce development, or a related field is required; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience coordinating projects, committees, workgroups, or collaborative initiatives is required.
• The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The position requires the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and communicate data effectively.
• The candidate must be able to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• The role requires the ability to translate technical findings into practical recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, Zoom, and Google Suite is required.
• Candidates must reside in Pennsylvania and possess a valid driver’s license.
• A reliable internet connection and a professional setting for online meetings are required.
• Daytime availability Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM is required for meetings with staff and partners.
• This telecommuting position requires 0–20% monthly travel, including some overnight travel.

Preferred: 

• Experience working in public health, health care, oral health, workforce development, or a 
  nonprofit/coalition environment
• Experience with workforce data, health datasets, GIS/mapping, dashboards, or data visualization
• Experience facilitating stakeholder workgroups or cross-sector collaborations
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania’s health care and oral health systems
• Experience with grant-funded programs, evaluation, or program reporting 

Core Competencies 

• Workforce & Data Analysis: Ability to identify, interpret, and communicate workforce trends and data
• Project Management: Ability to manage many initiatives, timelines, and deliverables simultaneously
• Collaboration: Ability to build productive relationships across organizations and sectors
• Facilitation: Ability to organize and effectively support stakeholder workgroups/collaborative efforts
• Communication: Ability to translate technical information into clear and accessible language
• Organization: Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and tracking systems
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify gaps and develop practical approaches to address them
• Initiative: Ability to independently identify emerging workforce issues and opportunities
• Adaptability: Ability to respond effectively to changing priorities, data needs, and organization needs 

Success in This Position 
Success in this role will include maintaining reliable and current oral health workforce information; providing 
PCOH and its partners with a clear understanding of workforce trends and changes over time; ensuring 
workforce workgroups are organized and productive; strengthening relationships among workforce 
stakeholders; and use workforce data to inform programs, policy, funding, and strategic decision-making. 

Other Details 
37.5 hours/week, salaried position, $62,400 annually 
Benefits include QSEHRA, home office equipment, tech stipend, PTO, 401K contribution plan after 
one year  

Application Process 
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Helen Hawkey, Executive Director, at 
info@paoralhealth.org. Applications will be accepted until October 1, 2026. Incomplete applications will not 
be considered. LinkedIn applications will not be accepted; please follow instructions and send materials via 
email. 

PCOH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not 
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, 
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive 
consideration for employment without regard to these characteristics. We encourage applications from individuals of all 
backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups.