Manager, Construction Initiatives

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Key Responsibilities

Lead construction suicide prevention learning collaboratives using AFSP’s bidirectional learning model,

Requirements Summary

Education Bachelor’s degree in public health, education, business administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

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The Manager, Construction Initiatives leads key aspects of AFSP’s Hard Hat Courage initiative, with a primary focus on advancing the collaborative learning framework that supports knowledge sharing and professional development across the construction industry. This work equips companies of all sizes and AFSP chapters with construction‑specific mental health and suicide prevention resources and education. This role plans and facilitates collaborative sessions, engaging experts and participants to build capacity and improve outcomes, while also supporting the initiative more broadly through presentations, resource development, participation in continuous improvement efforts and operational tasks. Success requires strong program management, virtual facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and data‑driven evaluation skills, along with excellent communication and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

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→Lead construction suicide prevention learning collaboratives using AFSP’s bidirectional learning model, including planning and facilitation
→Recruit and engage subject matter experts and participants to foster knowledge sharing and capacity building through collaborative learning cohorts
→Contribute to AFSP’s Hard Hat Courage campaign and education strategy by supporting partnerships with construction industry stakeholders, delivering suicide prevention programs, and assisting with training strategies, resource development and operational tasks.
→Support program innovation and continuous improvement by contributing to internal and external dialogue and executing tasks that enhance program delivery.
→Collaborate with the team to develop clear, evidence-informed messaging tailored to the construction industry.
→Document and synthesize insights from learning collaborative cohorts, producing comprehensive summaries and recommendations for incorporation into upcoming construction suicide prevention initiatives
→Work across interdisciplinary teams and committees to support organizational goals, strengthen internal processes, and promote AFSP’s public image.
→Assist with content review and updates, and partner with communications to develop promotional materials that align with AFSP guidelines.

Nice to Have

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Upload and exhibit AFSP's Core Values.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, diplomacy, critical thinking, verbal/written communication, and editing skills.
Ability to execute complex tasks with minimal direction.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to ensure in-person and virtual presentations are impactful.
Analytical skills to support the measurement of performance and identify areas for improvement.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Proven ability to work in a collaborative environment and work across multiple areas to contribute to the mission.
Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability.
Possess interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate, and enhance performance within a cross-functional environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with various internal and external constituents.
Responsive to feedback and solution focused.
Strong problem-solving mentality and approach to work.
Cultural humility and deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Ability to collaborate with team members online, outside of a traditional office environment.
Strong team spirit, including a willingness to pitch in and help others.
Ability to quickly assess the situation and identify solutions to improve/fix deliverables based on project milestones and data inputs/outputs.
Highly organized with attention to detail and excellent follow-through on tasks.
Highly motivated individual with ability to work in fast and dynamic work environment.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds while moving files or small packages. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Primarily remote with regular travel for in-person meetings and presentations is required.
Fast paced and dynamic work environment.
High level of interaction with staff, partners, and the public.
Communicate virtually, via Zoom, Microsoft Teams, telephone, and email.
Regularly work as part of a team.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Annual salary range: $72,000 - 78,000

22 PTO (vacation, sick, wellness and personal days) your first year of employment (5 additional days 2nd year)

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

10% employer retirement contribution after 2 years of employment

Flexible Summer Fridays

11 Holidays

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Submit resume and cover letter with a compelling reason why you should be considered for this position. Kindly include your salary requirement for this role.