Job Details

Job Title:	Intervention Coordinator
Company:	SDSU MOVE/Me Muevo Project
Location:	San Diego area
Description:	Job Announcement: # 070400 Responsibilities: MOVE/Me Muevo (Obesity Prevention & Control in Community Recreation Centers) is a 5-yr. study (2006-2011) funded by the Nat'l Institute of Diabetes and Digestive & Kidney Diseases to design, implement & evaluate a recreation site-based obesity prevention & control project in San Diego County for 7-9 year old children and their families. Under supervision of the Project Manager, the Intervention Coordinator's (IC) main responsibility will be to coordinate, implement & monitor intervention activities with 15 recreation centers and 270 parents and their children. The intervention emphasizes physical activity & healthful eating choices. The IC will coordinate, supervise and oversee a team of 2-15 volunteers & paid staff to carry out the following proposed project activities with recreation centers and families: provide education & resources, and on-site guidance & training on physical activity & healthful eating. develop & maintain collaborations through consistent communication. coordinate & disseminate promotional materials. identify, address & execute detailed logistics. advise & conduct goal setting processes & policy modifications to increase physical activity & healthful eating choices; provide ongoing feedback & recommendations.
Requirements:	Minimum Qualifications: The ideal candidate is energetic, self-motivated & demonstrates a strong work ethic. Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in health, exercise, nutrition or behavioral sciences; recreation/leisure; or related field OR additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis. Four years of experience in an administrator, supervisor, or coordinator role. Experience working with families & elementary-age children. Superior organizational, interpersonal & communication skills, writing & speaking professionally & diplomatically. Display positive role modeling through active participation in a variety of activities and with healthful eating practices. Familiar with the San Diego area and knowledge of community recreation and health resources. Function effectively as part of a team, yet able to display self-motivation to work independently in a leadership role with limited supervision. Manage multiple & competing priorities; time management skills. Analyze problems & solutions and take appropriate action. Work well with a variety of people. Provide effective direction & supervision to individuals & small groups. Complete detailed work accurately & efficiently, following specific research methods & procedures. Most work will take place during after school hours, early evenings, on weekdays and some Saturdays (approx. 10 am - 8 pm); must be flexible in dealing with schedule changes. Comfortable using computers, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, and internet. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in health, exercise, nutrition or behavioral sciences; recreation/leisure; or related field. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish. Experience as a coordinator or supervisor in settings working with groups of families and numerous staff. Experience implementing physical activity and healthful eating opportunities and/or policies in recreation centers or community settings.
Compensation:	$2797-$3600/month
Web Site:	http://www.foundation.sdsu.edu
Additional Info:
To Apply:	Recruitment Closes: Friday, January 11. Apply online at www.foundation.sdsu.edu, click on Job Seekers, Search Jobs, Job #070400