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Michigan Fitness Foundation is a nonprofit located in Old Town, Lansing. Our mission is to inspire active lifestyles and healthy food choices through education, environmental change, community events, and policy leadership.
| TITLE | Public Health Fellow I |
| FTE/CLASSIFICATION | 1.0 FTE/Nonexempt |
| REPORTS TO | Evaluation Specialist |
| SUPERVISES OTHERS | No |
| COMPENSATION | $39,665 plus benefits |
| EDUCATION | Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field of study |
| DESCRIPTION | The Public Health Fellow I supports and coordinates public health program initiatives in under-served communities and includes a variety of experience in public health field especially those in the areas of food and physical activities. |
| LOCATION | Lansing, MI |
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Partners with various internal teams to understand and provide project deliverables, such as action planning, application development, technical assistance, event planning, training, and outreach.
- Participates in program trainings and events related professional development and skill training.
- Conducts independent projects under the direction of an evaluation specialist.
- Enters program and evaluation data for assigned projects.
- As needed, assists, and supports the resources and training department by updating the virtual ecosystem.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field of study.
- Master’s degree preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Demonstrates initiative to assesses requirements, identifies plans and completes assignments from start to finish.
- Strong critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrates competency in computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and virtual meeting systems.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
- Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrates a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight or supervision.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Talking – expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to others accurately (4-6 hours daily).
- Hearing – perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (4-6 hours daily).
- Sitting – remaining in a seated position (6-8 hours daily).
- Standing – remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about (1-2 hours daily).
- Lifting – raising or lowering an object under 20 lbs. from one position to another (infrequently).
- Office Environment – general office work environment (6 – 8 hours daily).
BENEFITS AND WORKLIFE BALANCE
- Paid time off starting at four weeks for a calendar year, pro-rated based on start date.
- Fourteen paid holidays and a paid winter break office closure in late December.
- Provision of up-to-date technology and support.
- Parental leave policy and infant-at-work program in addition to bereavement, military, and jury/witness duty leaves.
- Group health plan, including medical, dental and vision, as well as options for flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.
- Annual wellness benefit reimbursement to support staff in engaging in a physically active, healthy lifestyle inside and outside of work.
- 401k plan with 5% employer contribution and additional match up to 3%.
- Employee assistance program with free professional support for a variety of life’s challenges.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Must be able to attend periodic in-state and out of state, multi-day trainings and conferences with reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to constantly operate standard office machines, and constantly communicate with internal staff as well as external partners remotely.
- Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position as well as move about in the course of general duties.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Will work in usual office working conditions where noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises.
- Have a valid driver’s license and be able to provide proof of current, valid auto insurance (preferred but not required).
- All staff will be expected to follow mandated safety protocols to protect against COVID-19 transmission.
HOW TO APPLY
Email your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Kendra Keyes at kkeyes@michiganfitness.org by November 1, or until a suitable candidate is identified. Include Public Health Fellowship in the subject line.
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The Michigan Fitness Foundation is an at-will employer. The above position description describes the position currently available and is not intended to be an employment contract. The Michigan Fitness Foundation reserves the right to modify the duties or position description at any time. Michigan Fitness Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a Vietnam-era or disabled veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
| TITLE | Safe Routes to School Intern |
| FTE/CLASSIFICATION | .25 FTE (approx. 10 hours per week)/Non-Exempt |
| REPORTS TO | Safe Routes to School Sr. Operations & Evaluations Coordinator |
| SUPERVISES OTHERS | No |
| COMPENSATION | Up to $16.26/hour |
| EDUCATION | High School Diploma or GED |
| DESCRIPTION | The Safe Routes to School Intern supports the daily operations of the Michigan Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program. This position assists with communications, events, grants, surveys, training and outreach, and school-based bike/pedestrian infrastructure planning with the goal of increasing walking, biking, and rolling to school in communities throughout Michigan. |
| LOCATION | Lansing, MI |
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Enhances the outreach and knowledge of SRTS by assisting with developing and posting website content, creating content for e-newsletters, and supporting social media campaigns.
- Provides support with planning, promotion, and execution for state-wide SRTS events, including Bike and Roll to School Day and Walk and Roll to School Day.
- Works with the communication team to develop and write case studies highlighting the impact of SRTS in Michigan.
- Supports the promotional efforts of Mini and Major Grants to build awareness while working within federal grant program guidelines.
- Drafts press releases and generates event coverage by working with multiple media outlets through a variety of channels.
- Coordinates media with Michigan Fitness Foundation, and Michigan Department of Transportation for event participation with select schools.
- Participates in the Mini Grant application review and selection process and provides outreach to grant recipients for project implementation support.
- Supports the planning, promotion, materials development, and execution of training events to enhance outreach and knowledge of SRTS in schools and communities.
- Uses the SRTS survey process to develop program evaluations for events, including delivery and collection of parent surveys at schools/open houses, data entry, and analyzing data for trends and improvement opportunities.
- Assists with packaging and mailing of marketing materials.
- Supports SRTS archiving efforts to maintain historical database.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program with a focus on urban studies, urban and regional planning, or communications, preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Excellent written communication skills, including editing, style, grammar, and proofreading.
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to develop and maintain positive and professional working relationships.
- Demonstrates competency in computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and virtual meeting systems.
- Advanced internet research skills.
- Demonstrates problem solving, conceptual thinking, and analytical skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, balancing multiple responsibilities, deadlines, and changing priorities while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.
- Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality, discretion, and independent judgment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively toward the achievement of common goals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Talking – expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to others accurately (1-2 hours daily).
- Hearing – perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (1-2 hours daily).
- Sitting – remain in a seated position (6-8 hours daily).
- Standing – remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about (1-2 hours daily).
- Lifting – raising or lowering materials under 10 lbs. (frequently) and may require moving materials under 40 lbs. from one position to another (infrequently).
- Office Environment – general office work environment (6-8 hours daily).
- Travel – driving throughout Michigan with a valid driver’s license with potential weekend and overnight stays (up to 50% annually).
- Walking – moving on one’s feet for up to two miles (up to 10% annually).
- Riding a bike – remaining seated on a bike and pedaling for up to two miles (up to 5% annually).
- Outside Environment – ability to be outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions (occasionally).
OTHER INFORMATION
- Flexible work schedule available to accommodate classes and other academic responsibilities.
- Flexible start date based on applicant availability with options to start during the summer or fall.
- Must be able to attend periodic in-state and out of state, multi-day trainings and conferences with reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to constantly operate standard office machines, and constantly communicate with internal staff as well as external partners remotely.
- Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position as well as move about in the course of general duties.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Will work in usual office working conditions where noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises.
- Have a valid driver’s license and be able to provide proof of current, valid auto insurance (preferred but not required).
- All staff will be expected to follow mandated safety protocols to protect against COVID-19 transmission.
HOW TO APPLY
Email your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Kendra Keyes at kkeyes@michiganfitness.org by November 1, 2024, or until a suitable candidate is identified. Include SRTS Intern in the subject line.
The Michigan Fitness Foundation is an at-will employer. The above position description describes the position currently available and is not intended to be an employment contract. The Michigan Fitness Foundation reserves the right to modify the duties or position description at any time. Michigan Fitness Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a Vietnam-era or disabled veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
