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Job ID360472 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job The Intervention Lead will contribute to a Center for Chronic Disease Reduction and Equity Promotion Across Minnesota (C2DREAM) funded study conducted by interdisciplinary faculty within the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health (Medical School) and School of Kinesiology at the University of Minnesota. This study, entitled "NatureUplift," aims to support equitable park use and promote physical activity among African American/Black families in the Twin Cities region of Minnesota. Family units will consist of one parent/caregiver and 1 child (ages 8-12 years). The Intervention Lead will be responsible for a variety of study tasks that may be completed remotely. Remote study tasks include building trust with interested families, tracking payment of participants' incentives, monitoring Fitabase, and follow-up communication with participants, including timely responses to participants who need to reschedule data collection visits. The Intervention Lead will be primarily responsible for study tasks that will be completed on-site, which will occur in May-October 2024. On-site study tasks include leading in-person data collection visits in May 2024, and leading in-person physical activity programming (e.g., hikes) with families at the French Regional Park throughout June-September 2024. The Intervention Lead is expected to attend and lead all park-based sessions, including four sessions in May (half day), and a minimum of once a week session from June-September 2024 (tentatively Tuesdays or Sundays, 2-4 hours each day), and may also lead post-programming listening sessions with families in October 2024. No intervention activities will occur during Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day holidays. Travel reimbursements (e.g., University-approved mileage rates) are available for all in-person study tasks. The study team will provide the Intervention Lead with a project-specific e-mail account to use for communications with participants. Qualifications All required qualifications must be included in the application materials Required Qualifications: Must hold a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in kinesiology, public health, education, or related field Must hold a certification in group exercise and/or personal training Excellent communication and organizational skills Previous experience in a research lab/group or strong interest in research Ability to work in-person at various study sites, including the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities campus and the French Regional Park in Plymouth, Minnesota Comfortable communicating by phone and e-mail with study participants Respect for diversity and people from all backgrounds (e.g., race, ethnicity, weight status, health status, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, dis/ability status) Hours: 8-12 hours/week; including availability on weekends and evenings Employment period: April 15th - October 31st, 2024 Preferred Qualifications: Interest in and/or experience facilitating outdoor or park-based physical activity programs Interest in and/or experience facilitating youth- and family-oriented programs Interest in and/or experience facilitating culturally-responsive programs for African American/Black community members Detail-oriented and organized Able to work on projects independently and meet critical deadlines Previous experience working in customer service and/or with community members About the Department The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Minnesota was created more than 50 years ago in response to a legislative mandate to train primary care physicians. Since then, we have been leaders in transforming the specialty through education, research, and patient care. We are the academic sponsor of seven family medicine residencies-five in the Twin Cities two in Greater Minnesota. We are involved in medical student education activities across the Medical School's two campuses: Twin Cities and Duluth. We sponsor five fellowship programs-sports medicine, hospice and palliative medicine, clinical informatics, behavioral medicine, and human sexuality- and offer continuing medical education opportunities. We are regularly among the top National Institutes of Health-funded family medicine departments. Our faculty are actively researching health disparities, healthcare delivery, and population health. More at M-ASCEND is an NIH grant-funded program that is a collaboration between the Masonic Cancer Center and the Program for Health Disparities Research. Diversifying the cancer research and care workforce is critical to addressing the pressing needs of increasingly diverse patient populations in Minnesota and across the United States. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.