Community Outreach Associate

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Closing Date:

02/24/2025

Type of Position:

Instructional Development

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

CPH | CRHSJ

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Community Garden Health Block project is seeking two outreach associates to work on a research study that addresses food security and cancer and cardiovascular disease prevention in Pulaski, Jefferson, Clark, and other counties. The Outreach Associate will work with each garden leader to conduct various aspects of the community garden study. The Outreach Associate will oversee the implementation of garden study activities, track and document activities, coordinate volunteer hours, work to help maintain the gardens on- and off-season, organize community workshops and demonstrations, assist with community events, and interface with partner organizations. The garden Outreach Associate is expected to work an average of 32 hours per week, year-round. This position is grant-funded.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED plus two (2) years of farming, gardening, or horticulture experience required.

• Experience in planning community events.

• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and valid auto insurance.

• Master Gardener certification (can be obtained on the job).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Self-directed reliable and able to complete projects independently and without daily supervision.

• Experience with community outreach, engagement, and programming.

• High work ethic and skilled at managing work hours with honesty and integrity.

• Comfortable working on the computer and in Microsoft Office and willing to learn other computer-based skills.

• Possess a balance of technical and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent oral communication skills and ability to communicate with various people.

• Willingness to learn and apply new skills.

• Ability to work in a team and independently.

• Creative, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Resourceful and responsible.

• Demonstrated ability to engage with individuals of many demographics and historical backgrounds.  

• Excellent planning and organizational skills, including the ability to plan events and organize volunteers.

• Ability to manage several task lists at once and adapt to changing conditions (weather, volunteer cancellations)

• Ability to teach gardening concepts to a variety of learners.

• Positive attitude; engaging personality.

• Understanding of and commitment to food justice values.

• Comfortable with manual labor outdoors, working in all weather conditions, and having the physical ability to lift to 40 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in science, public health, agriculture, social sciences, or related field.

• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Red-Cap, and Excel.

• Some experience in carpentry and/or landscaping.

• Willingness to learn new skills in carpentry and landscaping.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Recruit study participants, help sustain volunteerism in gardens, maintain gardens, and work with partners to coordinate and implement the intervention components in a timely manner.

• Track and document activities including volunteer hours and assist with study evaluation.

• Lead efforts to coordinate garden activities in assigned gardens and manage communications internally and externally with partners.

• Manage study rigor, integrity, and quality control.

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Salary Information:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must upload a resume to be considered for the position.

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crawling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes