Transportation Research Associate, National Safety Council

Transportation Research Associate

Anyone interested should contact Michelle Salzman, Recruitment Specialist for the National Safety Council, at Michelle.Salzman@nsc.org

BASIC FUNCTION:
The National Safety Council is committed to reducing injuries and deaths that occur on roads using proven methods, grounded in research. This position is responsible for executing the Council’s transportation safety research programs. Under general direction from the Sr. Director – Research & Statistics, this position will provide technical support for the Council’s transportation safety research programs; recommend annual and long-term research agendas; establish research protocols’ conduct analysis of qualitative and quantitative data using statistical methods and software; contribute to preparation and submission of proposals for external funding; conduct specific research projects and activities; contribute to preparation of final reports, articles for publication and presentations; develop material for statistical publications; assist in coordinating research activities with other Council staff, business units, members, and volunteers; and assist with other activities within Research & Statistics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Formulates research project plans and conducts transportation safety research projects.
• Conducts literature reviews, analyzes data, and interprets research findings.
• Conducts program evaluations of NSC and other education, training and advocacy initiatives in transportation-related areas, including defensive driving, teen driving, and distracted driving.
• Develops logic models, evaluation instruments and other metrics that measure the impact of transportation initiatives on injuries prevented and lives saved.
• Contributes to concept papers, technical proposals, and grant proposals intended for internal and external audiences.
• Prepares final reports; writes articles for publication; prepares and delivers presentations of research projects and findings.
• Provides analysis and interpretation of data for a variety of end users, including professional and lay audiences.
• Provides assistance with high-level meetings, research symposia, and conferences.
• Assists in development of material for Injury Facts and other statistical publications, as needed.
• Assists in outreach activities of Research and Statistics by coordinating transportation research projects with other NSC staff, departments, members, and volunteers.
• Serves as a liaison with project donors, grant funding agencies, and other external entities.
• Responsible for safety as outlined in the Safety Manual.  Follows safety policies and practices specific to job/position and level.
• Performs other duties supporting the Council’s strategic initiatives as assigned.


REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master’s degree or PhD in public safety or transportation safety, industrial/experimental psychology, or related field. Coursework in graduate-level statistics, psychometrics, experimental design, and research methodology.

Skill: Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills; technical writing ability; analytical ability; proficiency in SPSS; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access); ability to initiate and maintain effective internal and external communication among a diverse group of staff, clients and collaborators; demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Minimum Work Experience: 3+ years of professional experience in traffic safety-related field involving research project coordination and program administration. Hands-on experience with statistical software packages. Experience in compiling and integrating research literature. Demonstrated technical writing and presentation skills. Experience in developing and evaluating traffic safety education, laws, policies, and programs.




 
EOE/AA

Senior Director, Research & Statistics, National Safety Council

Sr. Director, Research and Statistics

Anyone interested should contact Michelle Salzman, Recruitment Specialist for the National Safety Council, at Michelle.Salzman@nsc.org

BASIC FUNCTION:
Directs technical and professional staff and conducts, analyzes and interprets individual research and statistics analyses and programs. These analyses and programs include: original research on safety and health issues; literature reviews and meta-analyses of scientific studies and reports of injury issues; program evaluations of NSC-sponsored and other education, training and advocacy initiatives; injury data trends and reports; publication of research and statistical analyses and reports. Provides strategic insight to current and future injury issues, data, trends and research. Plans and directs the allocation of departmental resources. Develops proposals for contracts and grants.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and supervises technical and professional staff engaged in the conduct of research and statistics analyses and programs.

• Directs and conducts original research, literature reviews and meta-analyses of scientific studies and reports related to safety, health and injury prevention.

• Directs and conducts program evaluations of NSC-sponsored and other education, training and advocacy initiatives.

• Directs the development of logic models, evaluation instruments and other metrics that measure the effectiveness, impact, lives saved and injuries prevented of NSC education, training and advocacy initiatives.

• Publishes own research and statistical analyses and reports and directs the publication of other staff.

• Provides strategic insight to current and future injury issues, data, trends and research.

• Seeks and develops proposals and projects to generate support for the National Safety Council through grants and contracts from the government and other organizations.

• Leads in the development and integration of Council policy in the fields of research, statistics, and related programs; devises models and methods to assist the Council in planning and problem solving.

• Represents NSC as a speaker and expert at national and international events on research results and statistical trends.

• Coordinates safety and health staff activities in response to requests for proposals, as well as in program planning, development, and evaluation.

• Devises, develops, and initiates surveys to meet organizational needs.

• Consults with other units of the Council to provide research and statistical information and services.

• Seeks out new opportunities for surveys, research, and products that reflect new NSC knowledge.

• Serves as a key member of the Strategic Initiatives Group team that develops strategies to address strategic injury prevention issues, including occupational safety, off-the-job safety, transportation, home and community safety issues.

• Serves as key member of the NSC staff team building a knowledge and content management system.


REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate degree in the behavioral or associated sciences with courses in experimental design, statistical analysis, scientific and behavioral theories and methods, and program evaluation.  PhD degree preferred.
• 10 years of previous experience in the management of technical and professional staff performing independent psychological and statistical research.
• Experience in presenting original research, interpreting research results, managing contract research and presentation of research results to a wide variety of audiences.
• Ability to plan, direct and evaluate research projects and statistical applications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Solid record of publication in recognized scientific journals.
 
 
 
EOE/AA

Innovation Economist Position at DC Think Tank

The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation-a Washington, DC think tank-is seeking to hire a policy analyst to lead a research program on economic policies to boost U.S. industrial competiveness. The ideal candidate understands economics, but is not wedded to neoclassical dogma. The candidate understands where markets work and where they don't when it comes to advancing productivity and innovation, and understands the role governments can play. While the position is advertised for a senior analyst, we are open to considering any qualified candidate, including someone with a freshly minted doctorate. This is a great position for someone who wants to play a key role shaping the national debate over innovation and competitiveness policies.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Develop and carry out a policy research program focusing on restoring U.S. economic competiveness, with a particular focus on tax and budget policies.
* Write policy reports, op eds, and other materials on competitiveness policies.
* Speak at forums, provide testimony and engage in other outreach efforts.
* Organize policy conferences, roundtables, and other events on U.S. competitiveness policy.

Qualifications Requirements:

* A doctorate in economics or related field or a Master's degree with at least 5 years experience.
* Excellent writing skills and ability to write for policy audiences.
* Ability to communicate results to both technical and non-technical audiences
* An understanding of and appreciation for "new-growth" theory (e.g., endogenous or evolutionary economics).

ITIF is a growing non-profit, non-partisan public policy think tank committed to articulating and advancing a pro-productivity and pro-innovation public policy agenda. We believe that innovation is central to spurring economic growth and addressing key societal challenges and that public policies should actively work to support innovation, productivity and economic competitiveness. ITIF works to help policy makers understand the critical importance of innovation and innovation policy. We produce publications, hold events, meet with policy makers, speak at forums and engage in other activities to shape innovation policy.

ITIF offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Send resume with cover letter and writing sample to: Director of Personnel, ITIF, 1101 K. Street, NW, Suite 610, Washington, DC, 20005. Fax (202) 638-4922; or email jobs@itif.org. View our website at www.itif.org.


Robert D. Atkinson, Ph.D.
President
Information Technology and Innovation Foundation
1101 K Street, NW, Suite 610
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 626-5732

ratkinson@itif.org
www.itif.org

Research Assistant UIC - Summer

We are seeking one research assistant position for occasional summer
hours to assist with conducting focus groups. The focus groups will
explore daily hassles and implications for diet and physical activity
behaviors among African American women.

Minimum requirements:
Flexible schedule with availability on short notice

UIC human subjects (CITI) training

Experience working with ethnically and socioeconomically diverse populations

Experience with qualitative research (e.g., in-depth interviews, focus
groups)

Facilitator or interviewer experience preferred

If interested, please email resume to:
Shannon N. Zenk, PhD
UIC College of Nursing
szenk@uic.edu

FELLOWSHIP - Chicago Community Trust Annual Fellowship Program

Emerging and Experienced leaders invited to apply

CHICAGO - May 4, 2011 - The Chicago Community Trust, metropolitan Chicago's community foundation, is pleased to announce the fourth Chicago Community Trust Fellowship Program for 2012. The Trust's fellowship program is designed to elevate the careers of Chicago leaders and increase their future impact on the Chicago metropolitan area by investing in their professional development.

The Trust Fellowship offers professional development opportunities for both emerging and experienced leaders in the nonprofit and public sectors. Successful fellows must be open to new learning, have a track record of accomplishments, have potential for significant community impact and possess a strong commitment to building organizations in the nonprofit and public sectors.

"The fellowship program continues our tradition of supporting leadership development to benefit the nonprofit and public sectors," said Ngoan Le, vice president of program for the Trust. "There is a growing need to increase the diversity in leadership and we hope to provide the future leaders of our community with the best learning opportunities possible."

The Chicago Community Trust fellows have the choice of taking a leave from work or continuing to work while engaging in professional development activities. The Chicago Community Trust Fellowship provides financial resources which can cover current salary and benefits for time off, costs related to academic courses, coaching, learning from other practitioners and other associated expenses. Emerging leaders are eligible to apply for up to $30,000 and experienced leaders are eligible to apply for up to $60,000. The Trust anticipates awarding up to ten fellowships - up to seven for emerging leaders and three for experienced leaders. The Fellowship must be completed within 12 months from the selection date.

The Trust will hold a Q & A session on Thursday, May 12, 2011 from 9:00- 11:00am at the following location:
The Claudia Cassidy Theatre at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington, Chicago.


The application deadline for the fellowship is June 13, 2011.

For more information and to apply online go to http://www.cctfellowship.org

About The Chicago Community Trust
For 95 years, The Chicago Community Trust, our region's community foundation, has connected the generosity of donors with community needs by making grants to organizations working to improve metropolitan Chicago. In 2010, the Trust, together with its donors, granted more than $100 million to nonprofit organizations. From strengthening community schools to assisting local art programs, from building health centers to helping lives affected by violence, the Trust continues to enhance our region. To learn more, please visit the Trust online at www.cct.org.

Tenant Organizer for Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation

Tenant Organizer
Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation

2550 West North Avenue / Chicago, Illinois 60647
773 278-5669 phone / 773 278-5673 fax
www.bickerdike.org

Position Description

Tenant Organizer

PAY RANGE/GRADE: Commensurate with experience /Grade 6

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Tenant Organizer identifies and develops resident leaders, staffs resident activities, site meetings, resident committees and other efforts to increase engagement of tenants at the sites, on committees, and around community issues. The Tenant Organizer reports to and works closely with the Organizing Director. In all instances the Tenant Organizer must perform in accordance with and be committed to the Bickerdike mission.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, climb and lift or move up to 35 pounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Identify and recruit potential tenant volunteers and leaders (adults and youth) to engage in resident and community efforts.
2. Work with resident leaders to build relationships, grow participation, and engage in trainings, to increase skills and effectiveness on issues and committee work and to positively impact personal growth.
3. Implement leadership development strategies with identified residents to identify priority issues, increase involvement, and take ownership in issues and activities relevant to BRC work in coordination with the Organizing Director.
4. Maintain regular communication with tenants at identified sites to provide information, engage in issues, and develop relationships with tenants (e.g. regularly canvass sites, phone calls, one-on-one meetings, and mailings).
5. Staff and provide support to tenant committees and their efforts building resident involvement and developing leaders (e.g. Residents Council, Tenant Initiatives, Public Safety Work, and Garden Committee). Work closely with committee members to identify issues, plan, strategize, budget, set goals and achieve results on an ongoing basis.
6. Plan, coordinate and carry out all components of resident events in conjunction with resident leaders and committees to include but not limited to: utilizing teamwork, building Bickerdike’s active tenant base, setting goals, developing work plans and budgets, etc. (e.g. Dance Fundraiser, Holiday Dinner, Family Day, etc.).
7. Plan, coordinate and carry out the organizing and facilitation of tenant building and site meetings in conjunction with committee as appropriate to problem-solve, educate residents, and strategize around identified issues.
8. Educate and reinforce utilization of proper policies and procedures for residents to work with property management to remedy problems with physical units or situations; facilitate communication and problem-solving strategies when necessary.
9. Work closely with residents to educate and implement identified goals around specific developments as appropriate (e.g. co-op membership, green technology, etc.).
10. Facilitate, coordinate as appropriate, and ensure tenant participation in relevant community issues and projects in coordination with the Organizing Director (e.g. public safety efforts, affordable housing campaign work, civic engagement, CAPS meetings, block clubs, etc.).
11. Monitor budgets and expense tracking relevant to tenant organizing committee work, events and activities, ensure spending is kept within budget.
12. Attract additional resources and opportunities to organizing efforts as appropriate (e.g., in-kind and financial donations, fundraising in conjunction with committee events).
13. Build Bickerdike’s member base by recruiting new individuals and organizations, renewing memberships, to further build the organization.
14. Act as a liaison with and provide accurate information about Bickerdike's mission and work to tenants, community organizations and the community at large.
15. Maintain a record keeping system and documentation of all tenant activities, leader involvement, and budgets as necessary.
16. Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 2 years organizing or comparable work experience. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have good listening, organizational, communication, writing and interpersonal skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Publisher, and Excel. Must also be flexible and able to work in a team effectively with persons of various ethnic and economic backgrounds and be willing to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends). Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Must have access to a car on a daily basis, valid drivers license and proof of insurance for fieldwork. West Town, Humboldt Park, Logan Square, Hermosa and Avondale residents preferred.

REPORTING RELATIONS: Under the direct supervision of the Organizing Director. In the absence of this supervisor, shall report to the Executive Director.

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt



Bickerdike is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug Free Workplace



March 11

INTERNSHIP: Chicago Commission on Human Relations

PUBLIC SERVICE INTERN
Commission on Human Relations
Advisory Council on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual
And Transgender Issues
UNPAID – TC 0407

The Advisory Council on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues of the Chicago Commission on Human Relations seeks a student who aspires to gain knowledge and valuable work experience in public sector/city government and community relations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a current college level junior, senior or graduate/law school student in good academic standing, enrolled in an accredited four year college or university offering a baccalaureate or graduate degree program, with a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale or a 3.5 on a 5.0 grading scale.

PREFERENCE: Someone who demonstrates strong communication, organizational, critical thinking, and writing skills. Knowledge and experience must demonstrate an understanding of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) communities. Must be familiar with MS Office products.

NOTE: Current transcripts, resume and current letter of enrollment verification from the school’s registrar/dean confirming current enrollment and grade level and will be required at the time of application.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: City of Chicago residency is not required.
2011 SALARY: Non-paid; may be used to satisfy academic credit requirements.
CLOSING DATE: Open until further notice.

DUTIES: The Commission seeks one full- or part-time intern to support the work of the LGBT Advisory Council. The Intern is assigned duties specific to the operational needs of the Department. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Under the direction of the Director of the Commission on Human Relations’ Advisory Council on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues, work on various Council projects on an as needed basis, including the City’s celebration of civil unions, the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame selection process, and the Mayor’s Pride Month Reception. Provide administrative support to the Director and Advisory Council. Work with members and organizations of Chicago’s diverse LGBT communities, as well as with City agencies and departments. Other duties as needed.
INSTRUCTIONS: Interested applicants should forward resumes, cover letters, current enrollment verification letter and current transcripts to:
The Commission on Human Relations
Karen Wallace
Karen.Wallace@ex.cityofchicago.org
OR Fax:
312-744-1081


If you are a person with disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources at 312 744-4976 (voice) or 312 744-5035 (TTY). You may be required to provide information to support your reasonable accommodation request.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT


THE CITY OF CHICAGO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Finance & Accounting Consultant- Knoxville, TN

Finance & Accounting Consultant

Job ID: 7936202
Position Title: Finance & Accounting Consultant
Sector: Education/Universities
Company Name: Municipal Technical Advisory Service
Field of Interest: Public Finance/Taxation
Job Function: Management/Administrative
Entry Level: No
Location(s): Knoxville, Tennessee, 37996, United States

Posted: April 27, 2011
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Duration: Indefinite
Degree Desired: Undergraduate
Level of Experience: Mid-Career
Required Travel: 25-50%
Salary: $59,508.00 - $85,654.00 (Yearly Salary)
APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person: Tess Davis
Email Address: tess.davis@tennessee.edu

Phone: 865-974-0411
Apply URL: http://www.mtas.tennessee.edu
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Job Description

The University of Tennessee Municipal Technical Advisory Service has an outstanding opportunity for a Financial and Accounting professional to serve as a consultant to the cities and towns of Tennessee. This position is based in Knoxville and presently serves an east Tennessee territory. Extensive travel is required. This consultant provides day-to-day technical assistance to elected officials and staffs of the cities and towns, and develops and supervises original financial research in the state.
Job Requirements

MTAS consultants are exceptional resources for the cities and towns of Tennessee, and the successful applicant will have a BA or BS in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance or related field. A related Master's degree is preferred. The position requires at least five years employment in a finance related position in state or local government with three years as a finance director or equivalent. Prefer CPA certification.

To apply, send cover letter, resume, and references to tess.davis@tennessee.edu

Report Production Specialist - NY, NY

Report Production Specialist

Job ID: 7936642
Position Title: Report Production Specialist
Company Name: MDRC
Location(s): New York, New York, 10016, United States

Posted: April 27, 2011
Job Function: Research/Analysis
Entry Level: No
Degree Desired: Master's: MPA, MPP, MPM, etc.

APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person: Human Resource Department
Email Address: jobs@mdrc.org
Phone: 212-532-3200

Job Description

MDRC is seeking an experienced report production professional for its Research Technology Unit (RTU). This person will assist RTU management, conduct training classes, and work with report teams and MDRC’s Publications Department to produce documents for printing and posting on our website.

Responsibilities include:

* General management assistance to the Research Technology Unit
* Training others in software and procedures
* Coordinating production of complex reports
* Creating tables and graphics with Excel
* Constructing flow charts with Visio
* Fact-checking text, tables, and figures

Job Requirements

* BA/BS degree and interest in social policy
* Excellent attention to detail and organization
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Experience managing a large report or publication
* Experience developing and teaching classes
* Proficiency in Excel 2007

Familiarity with Visio, Adobe Acrobat, and/or SharePoint is a plus. A basic understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods is helpful. Some on-the-job training is provided.

Candidates should be comfortable working in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment. They must be resourceful, self-managing, and able to multitask. They must also be interested in training and mentoring junior staff in report production.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Comprehensive fringe benefits are offered.

To apply:

For consideration, mail, fax, or email your resume and cover letter to:

Human Resource Department
Report Production Specialist
MDRC
16 East 34th Street, 19th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Fax: (212) 532-8453
Email: jobs@mdrc.org

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, MDRC strongly encourages minorities, women, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. Legal work authorization required.

Senior Associate, Pew Children's Dental Campaign- Washington, DC

Senior Associate, Pew Children's Dental Campaign

Job ID: 2011-2417 Location: US-DC-Washington
Department: Pew Center on the States Posted Date: 2/23/2011
Apply for this job:

* Apply for this job online
* Refer a candidate

More information about this job:
Overview:
Pew Center on the States

The Pew Center on the States (PCS) is a division of The Pew Charitable Trusts that identifies and advances effective solutions to critical issues facing states. Pew is a nonprofit organization that applies a rigorous, analytical approach to improve public policy, inform the public and stimulate civic life.



The Pew Center on the States grew from the recognition that America’s success and prosperity depends upon the strength of the states. Our purpose is to help build high-performing states that work efficiently and effectively to deliver better results, achieve long-term fiscal health through budget discipline and make smart investments in programs that provide the strongest returns.



We take an in-depth, nonpartisan approach to track and report on what happens across the 50 states and the District of Columbia—using evidence to determine which policies work and which do not. When the facts are clear, Pew and our partners advocate for practical reforms, including federal policies that affect states, in areas such as elections, corrections, pre-kindergarten, children’s dental health and voluntary home-based programs for new and expectant families.



Our staff of over 150 policy experts, researchers, journalists and campaign strategists has produced more than 75 reports since 2007 and is driving significant changes to public policy, increasing benefits to taxpayers and improving the quality of life in the states.



Project Description: Pew Children’s Dental Campaign



The campaign, launched in July 2008 as an operating project of The Pew Charitable Trusts, seeks to improve access to dental health care for disadvantaged children. Dental care is the biggest unmet health need among children. To address that need, the campaign will advance state policy reforms in three principal areas: (1) access to dental care, including coverage under Medicaid, health care reform and reimbursement rates; (2) prevention, particularly community water fluoridation; and (3) expanding the workforce available, including new models of dental professionals, and more efficient use of existing providers. We are mounting a national campaign to raise awareness of the difficulties children face in obtaining needed dental care, recruit influential leaders to call for change, and showcase states that have made progress and can serve as models for reform. At the same time, we are launching intensive advocacy efforts in a number of states where policy changes can dramatically improve children’s lives and create a bellwether effect to drive momentum for reform in other states. Our efforts at both the national and state levels will involve an array of activities and tactics, including research to build the evidence base for reform; coalition-building; lobbying; communications and media outreach strategies; polling; technical assistance; convenings; and policy maker and public education. Although state policy reform is the chief focus of the initiative, we also seek opportunities to advance federal policies that would provide more coverage and funding for prevention activities, and encourage or require states to improve access to prevention and treatment for disadvantaged children.





Position Overview



The senior associate will be part of a dynamic team responsible for implementing the dental health initiative. This position will be responsible for writing, editing and research that supports both our federal and state campaigns, including drafting materials for the web site, and for use by our state advocacy partners, overseeing research projects conducted by outside contractors, and using research to make public appearances by team members effective.



The senior associate will collaborate closely with other PCS colleagues, including the Research and Information unit, Government Relations, and the communications team on publications and tools designed to support state campaigns. The senior associate will also contribute to, interact with, as well as learn from PCS staff running other state-focused reform initiatives focused on corrections, elections and government performance.



This position, based in Pew’s Washington, D.C. office, will report to the program manager for research, Pew Children’s Dental Campaign, Pew Center on the States. Tenure is dependent on the initiative’s progress and board deliberations.



The initiative has been renewed through June, 2013.


Responsibilities:

* Assist in ensuring all of the major initiative components, whether developed internally or by initiative partners, are well-coordinated and strategically focused.
* Work closely with project staff, PCS’ research and information unit, external experts and partners to design a research agenda that will build the evidence base for reform, including 50-state assessments, case studies, policy briefs and other research products that could be produced by PCS.
* Help coordinate and manage external research products, including monitoring projects’ substantive progress and financial status; evaluating and soliciting input from peer reviewers and others on draft reports; ensuring projects’ relevance to the initiatives’ goals; and helping move projects to completion.
* Write reports and case studies about oral health policy, including summaries of what is known about the status of oral health in the states and the effectiveness of policies designed to improve it.
* Maintain and enhance understanding of oral health issues by monitoring publications and participating in conferences, seminars and other professional development activities.
* Participate actively in selecting target states for campaigns, and monitoring and assisting state campaigns, helping to ensure that state campaigns are well-conceived and effectively implemented.
* Research potential national and state-level partners for initiative, providing advice on suitability and most effective use of such organizations.
* Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between the initiative, PCS and the initiative’s national and state partners.
* Cultivate productive relationships and communication with a wide range of constituencies interested in state oral health policy, including state policy makers, health officials, influential opinion leaders, researchers and advocates.
* Represent the project and PCS at conferences, meetings, and other events, including preparing presentations, and materials for distribution, as well as making presentations.
* Work actively in contracting process, including negotiating terms and drafting contracts and related documents.
* Contribute to efforts to secure additional funds as needed.
* Help integrate the initiative into the broader efforts by PCS and PCT on behalf of children and families.
* Contribute to and participate in tasks of the Pew Center on the States as well as broader Trusts-related projects and activities.

Requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree in public policy, public health, political communications, and/or a closely related discipline strongly preferred.
* Four or more years of relevant professional experience.
* Demonstrated strong analytical and research skills, including demonstrated research experience in health or a related field. Ability to synthesize material and to focus quickly on the essence of an issue.
* Experience with and knowledge of how to use research and communications to advance advocacy efforts.
* Superior written and oral communications skills, including an ability to briefly summarize issues and recommendations and write for a policy audience. Clear, effective writing style.
* Strong interpersonal skills; able to develop and manage productive relationships with consultants, partners and others.
* Demonstrated time- and project-management skills. Ability to think strategically and creatively, juggle multiple priorities, adjust to changing circumstances, organize time, remain attentive to details and identify resources for projects.
* Understanding of the importance of policy-relevant research behind issue campaigns. Familiarity with techniques used to inform and educate the public or first-hand experience with the development of public policy is highly desirable.
* Ability to fit into a creative, fast-paced, and highly professional corporate culture which emphasizes excellence, collegiality and teamwork. Has a proven track record of working as a member of a team and individually to meet goals.
* Familiarity with current trends, leading thinkers and major concerns within oral health field.


Travel

It is anticipated that the individual in this position will travel domestically and to the Trusts’ Philadelphia offices as needed.

https://jobs-pct.icims.com/jobs/2417/job

Hourly Graduate Research Assistant

Hourly Graduate Research Assistant

We are looking for an hourly graduate research assistant to work on a
project for the summer with community partners in South Chicago examining
barriers and facilitators to accessing food pantries. A second focus of
the project to identify ways pantries can work together to feed clients.

The position will be for approximately 10-12 hours per week.

To be considered for the position, candidates must have:

Knowledge of the Chicago area
Be fluent in Spanish
Have some knowledge of the emergency food system
Past experience working with food access/food security.

The position will start immediately. Please contact Angela Odoms-Young at
odmyoung@uicedu.

Internship/ Volunteer Opportunities for Students - the HELP Institute

Volunteer Opportunities for Students

Mission
We are a nonprofit community empowerment organization that advocates for socially
disadvantaged people and communities. We work to enhance the holistic (physical, mental and economic) wellbeing of disadvantaged people by ensuring they receive needed and effective services; we do this by providing program evaluation and organizational development services to those working with and/or for them, which is accomplished collaboratively to achieve true and lasting change.

Vision
The HELP Institute (HELP) envisions a world where all socially disadvantaged people are empowered and, therefore, realize social equality, self actualization, and optimal living(including health, behavior, economics, mentality, and spirituality). HELP also provides an ideal internal work environment with benefits for all that consistently manifests employee actualization.

Our goal is to offer free program evaluation and organizational development services to government and nonprofit agencies in strategically targeted socially disadvantaged communities(based on socioeconomic status, physical health, and behavioral health). We currently have various volunteer opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students around research and program evaluation. The following subsections include descriptions of our committees and programs wherein students can both provide services and learn through service. All students will
also have the opportunity to obtain guidance and supervision from The HELP Institute, Inc. (HELP)’s Co-Presidents (Dominica McBride, PhD and Steven Cofrancesco, MPA, PhD candidate).

Organizational Committees
Community Research and Development Committee
This committee is responsible for designing, implementing, and/or conducting research on community and organizations’ needs and using those findings to inform the development of HELP initiatives, programs, and planning. In particular, the data will be used to guide service delivery – both who should be given services and where HELP should direct its time and resources – in order to obtain optimal and lasting change in communities. Volunteer opportunities in this area would include tasks such as conducting literature reviews, interviews, focus groups, creating and disseminating surveys, obtaining local existing data, organizational needs assessment reports), and attending meetings. The students will be encouraged to be creative and innovative and work collaboratively.

Volunteer Committee Because HELP’s goal is to provide free program evaluation and organizational development services, volunteers are central to HELP functioning, sustainment, and achievement of the mission. Thus, the volunteer program is vital to HELP’s livelihood. The program is currently under development and is in need of assistance and growth. Serving on this committee will provide students with the opportunity to be creative and social, as the volunteer program needs to
be a learning experience as well as a vessel for community and organizational empowerment. This committee is responsible for developing and furthering the volunteer program, assisting in developing its structure, recruiting volunteers, evaluating the orientation process, and planning social events for volunteers.

8630W. Monterosa Street PO Box 15293
Phoenix, Arizona 85037 Chicago, IL 60615
602.300.2402 480.430.9709