University of Minnesota Looking for Project Manager for Community Engagement and Data Metrics (# 357145) Full Time

Job ID: 357145

About the Job

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) is
identifying initiatives to support inclusive excellence and enhanced engagement across the Medical School and in the community. The
Community Engagement and Data Metrics Project Manager is responsible for administrating the Diversity Engagement Survey and the DICE
Inventory within the Medical School and using data to create and maintain dashboards to track and benchmark key metrics for
leaders.

The Project Manager will oversee the development and implementation of assigned DEI initiatives, focus on community-engaged
collaborations, and support research grant proposal development, submission, and ongoing maintenance. The Project Manager will collaborate
with the Medical School’s Research Office, participate in a school-wide team assisting investigators with complex grant applications, and
engage with numerous university and Medical School leaders, faculty, and community members. This position reports to the Vice Dean for
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

The Medical School is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work
environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty, and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include
flexibility in schedule and/or work location. All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures. This
position is hybrid with on-site and remote work locations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

30%: Community Engagement –
Project Management

• Provide administrative support for the following programs and committees: DEIC, faculty affinity groups,
  STEP UP, ECRA Scholars, and other groups and initiatives as assigned.
• Coordinate with committee chairs by establishing/distributing
  meeting agendas and supporting the advancement of committee projects and initiatives related to the stated mission.
• Transcribe and
  distribute accurate and complete meeting minutes to committee members and make them available on the website.
• Collect, analyze, and
  prepare other ideas and information for presentation at future committee and administrator meetings.
• Track and maintain strategic
  plan goals and updates for the council, the Office, and the Medical School Dean.
• Foster relationship-building among faculty and
  staff members to build cohesion and advance mission-driven initiatives.
• Assist in detailed and thoughtful analysis and synopsis of
  ODEI annual reports, strategic plans, and various project updates.
• Partner with faculty and staff to plan, communicate, and
  participate in community events such as the Bell Museum Sci-Pride, Twin Cities Pride Festival, Juneteenth, state and local fairs, and other
  community-based events and activities aligned with our mission and values. 

30%: Grant Support – Project
Management 

• Work with Principle Investigators to establish and manage proposal development and submission timeline based on
  funder requirements and thorough review of FOAs.
• Ensure coverage of the proposal’s document management, budget development, and
  grant management elements.
• Work with PI to understand editor needs; arrange coverage of this as needed.
• Manage proposal
  collaborations in and outside the university to ensure complete and timely presentation of required content for submission.
• Develop, document, and implement processes to support researchers in developing grant proposals that fully integrate diversity, equity,
  and inclusion components into their work.
• Present research proposal updates to leaders and key stakeholders.
• Support the
  implementation of the research for awarded proposals.

30%: Data Metrics and Survey Administration

• Advance
  and implement data metric dashboards and update leaders and key stakeholders on current trends and implications.
• Collaborate with
  HR, OFA, and other Dean’s Office staff to collect and retain data.
• Administer, compile, and analyze the DICE Inventory, the
  Diversity Engagement Survey (DES), and other surveys as needed for ODEI staff and its groups, programs, and mission.
• Support the
  data metrics needs of faculty and staff committees and councils such as DEIC and the DEI Department Leader Committee.
• Manage
  meeting participants’ workflows and attendance; promptly address necessary meeting follow-up.

10%: Administrative and
Outreach Support

• Maintain collaborative spaces and inquiries for faculty and staff members/committees (i.e., shared ODEI
  email account, Google Drive, Google Groups, and Box folders).
• Manage the ODEI Website and audit for accuracy during times of
  transition.
• Participate in monthly newsletter planning meetings to share updates across the Medical School.
• Participate in
  departmental requests for written document support and compliance.

Qualifications

Required
Qualifications:

• BA/BS with at least two years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal
  six years.
• Experience managing projects, including utilizing tools for tracking activities/assignments and status.
• Demonstrated experience working with community-based organizations
• Demonstrated ability to work in a complex, matrixed work
  setting
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a part of a team and individually.
• Self-starter with demonstrated
  willingness both to take the initiative and to pitch in

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with
  developing grant proposals and grant management.
• Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Experience
  leading and facilitating diverse teams.
• Possess the ability to influence others to accomplish team goals and objectives.
• Proven strong interpersonal and collaborative skills and ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholder
  groups

About the Department

The University of Minnesota Medical School is dedicated to providing excellence
across our mission – high-quality education for students of all backgrounds; innovative and cutting-edge research and exceptional clinical
outcomes that promote health equity. Through a variety of services and programs, we aim to engage everyone in our collective work toward
inclusive excellence, promote equity in access to learning, scientific inquiry, care delivery, and celebrate our diversity through cultural
experiences and opportunities on and off campus.

The Medical School Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion led by Vice Dean Ana
Núñez, MD, FACP, our team collaborates in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with faculty, staff, and learners across the
Medical School, as well as partners from our communities to ensure we are celebrating diversity, encouraging conversations and addressing
issues of inequities, bias and discrimination in our clinical programs, recruiting, curriculum, and research.
The Medical School strives
to create an atmosphere where differences are valued and celebrated, knowing institutional diversity fuels the advancement of knowledge,
promotes improved patient care and fosters excellence.

The ODEI includes the following programs:

• Center for Multiculturalism
  and Engagement (Medical Student DEI)
• Center for American Indian and Minority Health
• Center for Women in Medicine and
  Science
• Learning and Development Division
• CTSI /Medical School Early Career Research Award
• Pipeline Programs
• BA/MD Joint Admissions Scholars Program
• Mature Women’s Health Endowments
• Post-baccalaureate
  programs

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll
find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We prioritize work-life balance,
allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive
benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities
  through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
• Low-cost medical,
  dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer
  contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial
  counseling services 
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding
benefits.

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 [email protected] or call (612) 624-UOHR
(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.

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.