29070BRJob Title:Temporary Research AidDepartment:Bureau of Child ResearchPrimary Campus:Kansas City, KansasJob Description:The Temporary Research Aid will support the development and implementation of prevention, intervention, and evaluation activities to support violence prevention services.The person will be employed by the University of Kansas (KU) but may be co-located or needed to work from the Kansas City and/or Lawrence office depending on the work. The KU CCHD provides a supportive working environment and the opportunity to work with a committed team and community partners. In addition, specific duties include:25% - Develop and implement prevention programs for youth in Kansas City metro area. Assist with providing in- and out-of-school services and supports (e.g., after school prevention program) for the youth.20% - Assist in violence prevention efforts for the project and/or with other partners, and support other duties as assigned.10% - Document consistently and accurately in written and computerized records all contacts with participants and program partners.20% - Conduct assessments, collect data, manage data and databases, and contribute to writing reports. Identify and assess existing data sources for their potential use in program evaluation. Gather data using qualitative and quantitative approaches such as interviews, group processes, participant observation, surveys, electronic data files, or other methods.15% - Monitor progress and support attainment of grant/contract responsibilities. Implement and support data collection, quality assurance, and data analysis through the documentation and review of data using the Community Check Box Evaluation System. Provide project support including community-friendly technical reports, presentation, planning guides, and other materials. Support grant proposal development, writing, and other tasks, as needed.10% - Assist in violence prevention efforts for the project and/or with other partners, and support other duties as assigned.Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :29070BRDisclaimer:The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.Work Schedule:20 hours/weekFLSA Status:NonexemptContact Information to Applicants:Jomella Thompson - jomellaw@ku.eduRequired Qualifications:
High school Diploma or GED
Experience working with a wide range of communities across racial and ethnic groups and socioeconomic status, as evidenced by application materials.
Experience working with or serving youth in Wyandotte County, as evidenced by work history.
Excellent written skills, as evidenced by the application materials.
At least one year experience working with data and evaluation.
Employee Class:U-Unclassified Professional StaffAdvertised Salary Range:17.20 - 20.00/hrFTE:.50Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in community health and development or another related field.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team and work well with supervision, evidenced by application materials.
Experience and familiarity with using computers and computer programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Team; Ability to learn new computer software and applications.
Position Overview:The Center for Community Health and Development through the Youth Violence Prevention Center – Kansas City is seeking a part-time (approximately 20 hours weekly) Temporary Research Aid for the ThrYve Violence Prevention Project (https://wethryve.org) . We seek a professional with experience and interest in community violence prevention and evaluation. The position is funded through the Center for Community Health & Development at the University of Kansas (KU CCHD) ( http://communityhealth.ku.edu ). The KU CCHD provides a supportive working environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to work with a committed team and community partners. This is a temporary position.Note: This position requires flexibility to work some evenings & weekends, a reliable car and valid driver’s license. Standard schedule may be between 9 am to 6 pm. The position will require the ability to work from Kansas City.Reg/Temp:TemporaryApplication Review Begins:30-Sep-2024Anticipated Start Date:10-Oct-2024Additional Candidate Instruction:In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
Resume
List of three (3) professional references
Only complete applications will be considered.Application review begins Monday, September 30th and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.Job Family:ResearchWork Location Assignment:On-SitePosition Requirements:This position requires flexibility to work some evenings & weekends, a reliable car and valid driver’s license.The position will require the ability to work from Kansas City.
