What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Data Collection Specialist position at City of Medford, Medford, MA 02155?
Basic Function
The Office of Outreach & Prevention (OOP) is seeking a motivated and community-minded individual (ages 18-24) to serve as a Peer Data Collection Specialist. This position will support peer-to-peer data collection on young adult gambling trends in Medford. The role is ideal for someone interested in public health, research, or community outreach and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful data collection efforts.
Supervision
The Peer Data Collection Specialist will work under the direction of the Manager of the Office of Outreach & Prevention and in collaboration with the OPO Evaluator.
Responsibilities
Minimum Entrance Requirement:
| SALARY: | $30/hour Until grant project is complete (expected June 2026)
ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TO
Human Resources Department
City of Medford – Room 204
85 George P. Hassett Drive
Medford, MA 02155
Or send a cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to jobs@medford-ma.gov
For the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – www.medfordma.org
The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The Office of Outreach & Prevention (OOP) is seeking a motivated and community-minded individual (ages 18-24) to serve as a Peer Data Collection Specialist. This position will support peer-to-peer data collection on young adult gambling trends in Medford. The role is ideal for someone interested in public health, research, or community outreach and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful data collection efforts.
Supervision
The Peer Data Collection Specialist will work under the direction of the Manager of the Office of Outreach & Prevention and in collaboration with the OPO Evaluator.
Responsibilities
- Disseminate surveys (both digital and paper) to young adults in the community to gather data on gambling trends.
- Assist in recruiting and facilitating focus groups to better understand young adult gambling behaviors and trends.
- Collaborate with the Office of Outreach & Prevention team and the OPO Evaluator to ensure effective data collection and analysis.
- Maintain accurate records of data collection efforts and ensure confidentiality and integrity of collected information.
- Engage with peers in a professional and approachable manner to encourage participation in the study.
Minimum Entrance Requirement:
- Must be between 18-24 years old.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable interacting with peers and engaging in outreach efforts.
- Detail-oriented and able to manage data collection responsibly.
- Interest in public health, research, or community work.
- Ability to speak another language.
| SALARY: | $30/hour Until grant project is complete (expected June 2026)
ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TO
Human Resources Department
City of Medford – Room 204
85 George P. Hassett Drive
Medford, MA 02155
Or send a cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to jobs@medford-ma.gov
For the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – www.medfordma.org
The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $30
