Temporary Non Labor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Overview:
Job title: Temporary Nonexempt
Job Code: 0006

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
The Institute of Child Development, housed in the College of Education and Human Development, at the University of Minnesota, occasionally hires temporary staff to perform a wide variety of nonacademic and/or academic work responsibilities. The work schedule is temporary in nature, meaning the employee is limited to 67 days or work in a calendar year. Employees working in this position are paid an hourly rate; temporary employees are not eligible for retirement plans, health insurance, vacation, sick leave, or the Regents Scholarship. 
This position is based on campus. Per UMN policy, work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager. 
Job Responsibilities:
Support academic and/or research initiatives of the department (100%)
Draft correspondence and send/respond to email communications
Organize and track program related documents and files
Use computer software programs, such as, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, University Box, Canvas, Adobe Acrobat
Comply with university required policies and procedures and complete required trainings as necessary
Meet as needed with manager and attend scheduled events and meetings in the Institute of Child Development
Monitor goals and progress of the assigned academic program or research project
Assist with problem solving, as needed

Required Qualifications:
BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years.
Ability to communicate with manager and team members over email, phone, and/or videoconference.
Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Comfortable interacting with children, youth and adults.
Demonstrated ability to be personable, flexible, and well-organized
 

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the University's third largest college, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of life. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. Thats why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

The Institute of Child Development (ICD) at the University of Minnesota has long been a premier center for scholarship, teaching, and outreach devoted to the understanding and fostering of child development.  Founded in 1925, the Institute is one of the oldest departments studying childrens development in the United States.  From its inception, a key tenet of the department has been to give away child psychology.  This philosophy has created an environment rich with collaborations, new ideas, and exciting interdisciplinary work.  The ICD is housed within the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) and has an undergraduate program within the College of Liberal Arts (CLA).

Pay Range: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour ; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.  Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  

You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a 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.

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

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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