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Job Title:UROC Community Liaison
Work Type:Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Unspecified
Benefits:Unspecified.
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required:Unspecified
 
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Job Description:
Job ID352752

LocationTwin Cities

Job FamilySupplemental Employee

Full/Part TimePart-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

Job Code0001

Employee ClassCivil Service



About the Job



The University of Minnesota invites applications for a casual appointment as a Community Liaison with the Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC). This position will support the outreach and engagement efforts of UROC as directed by UROC's Executive Director.
The Community Liaison (CL) positions will work with one of these five communities (Senior citizens, Hmong, Latinx, African American and Immigrant/Refugees) to introduce them to UROC and its work, create four activities that fit within UROC's areas of focus and ensure participation in the Community Advisory Committee, Community Day and Critical Conversations. UROC is a place-based center committed to positively impact in the urban core. The Community Liaisons will build trusted relationships to honor the wisdom of the community and the academy in partnership to generate community-wide practices and strategies, while building on existing community resources and assets.
This is a casual appointment with up to 14 hours scheduled per week. The Community Liaisons' work will be performed in-person.
Areas of Focus Include:
Infrastructure Development and Support (helping shape the U's work in and for the Northside and urban core)
Partnership Building with one community of focus (Senior citizens, Latinx, Hmong, African American and Immigrant/Refugee)
Enhancing and Developing Skills (representing UROC in the community to build greater awareness of UROC's mission and work)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate all activities of the UROC Community Affairs Committee (CAC)
Develop strategic collaborations with organizations and residents of North Minneapolis, University offices and departments including faculty, student organizations, and community programs
Implement research and outreach orientations and other learning opportunities for community and faculty
Plan and implement a collaborative annual retreat for UROC and CAC
Serve as a resource for UROC Signature and Affiliated programs
Identify potential and new collaborations and activities
Work as part of the UROC communications team to develop on-going communication strategies about research, outreach and engagement activities
Ensure UROC's representation at relevant community and university events
Represent UROC on assigned community and university committees (e.g., Family Day Festival, Lao New Year, Cinco de Mayo, etc.)
Recruit community members from the community of focus: Senior citizens, Latinx, Hmong, African American and Immigrant/Refugee and other communities to create four UROC events a year that center on UROC's principles, mission and the current research agenda
Have five representatives from the community of focus: Senior citizens, Latinx, Hmong, African American and Immigrant/Refugee attend each of these: Critical Conversations, Community Day and CAC meetings.

Qualifications



REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience or combination of education and work experience to total 6 years
Demonstrated committed and proven dedication to community-based work
Demonstrated experience developing complex interpersonal communication aimed at supporting the needs of diverse and multicultural individuals, groups, and more specifically one of the following communities: Senior Citizen, Hmong, Latinx, African American and Immigrant/Refugees
Ability to effectively initiate complex interpersonal communications with U of M staff and faculty
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Demonstrated excellent public speaking skills
Excellent organizational skills for event planning
Computer competency with Micro Soft Office Suite and Google docs
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, as well as independently with little supervision
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs
Ability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters degree in Social Work or any related field
Four years of full-time experience in Community based work
Knowledge of the UROC culture and operating procedures are highly desired
Advanced social media skills
Currently working successfully with the one or more community of focus: Senior citizens, Latinx, Hmong, African American and Immigrant/Refugee
Reliable Transportation
HOURS: Varied, up to 14 hrs per week
PAY RATE: $20/hr

About the Department



University of Minnesota Robert J Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC) is located in North Minneapolis at the historic intersection of Penn and Plymouth Avenues. UROC links the University of Minnesota faculty, staff, and students in vital public partnership with urban communities to advance learning, improve quality of life, and discover breakthrough solutions to critical problems. Our work focuses in three community-identified areas: Health and Wellness, Education and Lifelong Learning, and Economic and Community Development.

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 MUST attach the following:
a cover letter outlining your interest in and qualifications for the position
resume
list of three professional references with their contact information
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-UOHR (8647).

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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.

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.

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