Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a highly motivated Education Technician to support the Knowledge Management team of the Extremity Trauma & Amputation Center of Excellence (EACE) located at DHHQ in Falls Church, VA. The incumbent will assist the Knowledge Management team with administrative related tasks such as training room arrangements, attendee roster documenting and archiving, and Learning Management System management. The Education Technician is also responsible for assisting Chief; Knowledge Management with coordination and communication related to CEU/ CME acquisition. This entails coordination of subject matter experts, communication with accrediting bodies and maintaining spreadsheets, attendance rosters, calendars.

The EACE leads the advancement of extremity trauma related discovery and clinical practice to optimize outcomes of service members, veterans, and beneficiaries while meeting the needs of the Combatant Commands and the Military Health System. The EACE is committed to ensuring a better future for those with extremity trauma. Established by the 2009 National Defense Authorization Act, the EACE is established jointly between the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Originally established to operate with the U.S. Army as its lead component, in October 2022 the EACE aligned to the Defense Health Agency in the Research & Engineering Directorate with the other Congressionally established Centers of Excellence.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Coordinates acquisition and organization of speaker materials.
• Assists in the development of education curriculum. Writes, edits, and updates components of curriculum to include slide decks, facilitator scripts, coordinator scripts.
• Compiles instructional components and maintains online filing system with all electronic and print versions of material.
• Attends and records all Knowledge Management planning meetings and provides minutes.
• Contributes to research and program evaluations by tracking compliance with program requirements and timeliness; maintaining spreadsheets and filing systems; and assisting with data collection and maintaining records.
• Independently compiles qualitative data from program evaluations as well as attendance data from educational activities.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the Knowledge Management Chief. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
• Maintain virtual and in person rooms as necessary and assist participants with trouble shooting.
• Maintain calendar of key educational events and schedule necessary technology.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred in field of education.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required in the field of education.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have strong written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal and computer skills.
• Can meet multiple deadlines and handle multiple priorities.
• Must have the ability to facilitate proofreading of typewritten material and the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse group of people.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.