University of Minnesota
Temporary - D2D Assistant Building Manager (MN State Fair)Posted
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About the Job
The School of Public Health (SPH) is committed to antiracism and anti-oppression and welcomes you to join us in our pursuit of building equity and driving justice. We particularly encourage applications from those who belong to groups that have been historically underrepresented in our School, including those who are American Indian, Black, Indigenous, and people of color, those with disabilities, veterans, and those from LGBTQIA+ communities.The Driven to Discover ("D2D") Research Facility at the State Fair brings researchers and the Minnesota community together. D2D provides turn-key space to studies looking to recruit and collect data for their minimal-risk human subjects' projects. This unique, one-of-a-kind opportunity serves as a way to build a culture of research across Minnesota and showcase the innovative work being done across the state.
A temporary Assistant is needed to help with building set-up/take-down and work during the fair itself, August 22 - September 2, 2024. Must be available to work most days of the fair, including evenings and weekends.
Deadline for Application: Open until filled
Pay: $15-19/hour, commensurate with education/experience, plus fair admission.
Description
An Assistant Building Manager is needed to help run the Driven to Discover Research Facility at the Minnesota State Fair, which runs from August 22 to September 2, 2024. This is an excellent opportunity for students and others looking for experience in a cross-disciplinary, human-subjects research environment. This role will serve on the operations side of D2D overseeing daily work flow, inventory, customer service, and general assistance to ensure a positive atmosphere and experience for research teams and fairgoers alike.
Duties
Help prepare the D2D building for the 2024 Minnesota State Fair and close it down after the fair. Help D2D staff run the building during the fair. Set up and take down booths, manage equipment (e.g., iPads), troubleshoot issues (e.g., weather, electrical outages, broken equipment), handle emergencies (e.g., falls, missing children), cleaning (including mopping the floor at the end of the night), learn state fair and D2D procedures, answer questions from researchers and fairgoers, promote participation to fairgoers, and other duties as assigned by the D2D Manager.
Qualifications
Required:
Must be able to lift 35 pounds. Successful applicants must complete approximately 3 hours of paid, online training in treatment of human subjects for research (CITI).
About the Department
School of Public Health:
The School of Public Health at the University of Minnesota is a nationally ranked top 10 institution. Our school offers a superior array of advanced degrees and is home to numerous world-renowned research and training centers. Through excellence in education, research, and community engagement, the University of Minnesota School of Public Health advances health - from scientific discovery to public impact - by enhancing population health and preventing disease in the United States and globally. The school has 21 master's degree programs, 6 minors, over 130 faculty members and 1,256 current students.
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 please attach a letter of interest and resume for full consideration.
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: http://diversity.umn.edu
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.
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