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Job ID360882 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryTemporary Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job Consultant will participate in the Humanities Without Walls-funded project called "Environmental Justice Worldmaking" (EJW) as a contributing writer and editor of the booklet project. Working closely with key EJW collaborators, and play a principal role in shaping the contents. The booklet documents the local people's campaigns against the trash incinerator in Minneapolis called the Hennepin Resource Recovery Center (HERC). Their visions and day-to-day organizing work at the grassroots generate concrete blueprints to help usher in a zero waste economy. EJW is a node that brings together diverse constituents of Environment Justice activists, community members, and scholars. The details of work include: Attending the biweekly meeting with the core group; Meeting with a Graduate RA biweekly; Engaging in collective agenda-setting; Dedicating to the task of collaborative writing and editing to shape the booklet. Qualifications Required Qualifications: -Familiar with the Humanities Without Walls-funding project with the UMN -Recruit from the MS Science, Technology and Environmental Policy degree alumni and students -BA/BS, or Master's Degree and understanding of project implementations, project structure, project life-cycle, and best practice standards. -Ability to work independently, as a part of a team, and with changing priorities -Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, including the ability to communicate with diverse technical and non-technical groups, spanning various organizational levels. -Commitment to positive team dynamics, and creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. -Ability to support projects and programs in a fast-paced environment within scope, timeline, and budget. -Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. -Strong skills in creativity, problem solving, and adaptability to changing priorities. -Project management experience, planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills. -Commitment to fostering and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and justice. Preferred Qualifications: -Qualitative and quantitative analysis skills including the ability to collect, interpret and analyze information -Project management skills About the Department The (ICGC) is a campus-wide center that seeks to foster an interdisciplinary and cross-cultural community of faculty and students committed to supporting and advancing research, education, and collaborative initiatives related to global change, with a focus on the Global South. 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 employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. 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: Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful comp etion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. 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.