Casual Nonexempt - Continuous AY 26-27

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 21,008 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Retirement plan options

Job summary

The University of Minnesota seeks casual staff in the Institute of Child Development for various responsibilities including email communication, document organization, and collaboration on projects. This position offers flexibility in hours and location, with a pay range from $15.25 to $25.00 per hour depending on qualifications.

Ideal candidates should have a BA/BS or related experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in diverse environments. The position is primarily on campus but may allow for remote work upon approval.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent experience of four years.
• Ability to communicate via email, phone, and videoconference.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to email communications.
• Organize program documents and files.
• Use computer software for program tracking.
• Comply with university policies and procedures.
• Meet with manager and attend scheduled events.
• Monitor program goals and progress.
• Assist with problem solving as needed.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Time Management

Education

BA/BS or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

University Box

Canvas

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

The Institute of Child Development, housed in the College of Education and Human Development, at the University of Minnesota, occasionally hires casual staff to perform a wide variety of nonacademic and/or academic work responsibilities. The work schedule is casual in nature, meaning the employee can work 14 or fewer hours per week. Employees working in this position are paid an hourly rate; casual 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.

The University of Minnesota encourages a healthy work life balance for employees. CEHD 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. Please note that 100% remote work requires approval prior to offer.

Job Responsibilities

• 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

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $15.25 - $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.

Diversity

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.