Hire Goals

Through HopkinsLocal, Johns Hopkins University and Health System have identified a group of targeted positions and consistently increased the percentage of new hires into those positions that come from focus areas where the need for employment is great.

The goal is to increase participation to 52 percent by the end of FY26 while expanding the list of positions.

In addition, the HR departments of the university and health system are working to:

Broaden access to employment at Johns Hopkins University and Health System for citizens with criminal records
Develop programming to support the retention and career advancement of local hires

As of FY23, targeted positions include:

University

Administrative Coordinator
Administrative Secretary
Animal Cage Washer
Animal Facility Assistant
Community Outreach Specialist
Custodian
Custodian Floor Technician
Dining Services (Cashier, Catering Attendant, Cold Food Prep Cook, Cook, Delivery Driver, Food Service Utility, Grill Cook)
Dining Services Team Leader
Laboratory Technician
Medical Office Coordinator
Research Program Assistant

Health System:

Environmental Care
Food Service Worker
Lab Technician
Linen Worker
Materials Management
Medical Assistant
Certified Medical Assistant
Patient Services Coordinator
Transport Association
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peer Recovery Specialist
Community Health Worker

HopkinsLocal has identified specific neighborhoods throughout Baltimore City where our efforts can have the greatest impact. These areas are the focus of our initiatives to foster economic development by creating pathways for local employment, partnering with workforce development agencies, and building connections that strengthen communities. Those ZIP codes are: 21211, 21239, 21214, 21206, 21226, 21224, 21229, 21218, 21225, 21215, 21216, 21231, 21213, 21202, 21201, 21217, 21205, 21223.