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SNAP-Ed. Program Associate I - Community Nutrition Outreach - Camden County
Rutgers University
Gloucester
Hybrid
GBP 57,000 - 61,000
Full time
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Job summary
Rutgers University is seeking a SNAP-Ed Program Associate I to lead community nutrition outreach in Camden County. This role involves working with various agencies, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines, and mentoring team members. Candidates should possess a degree in nutrition or a related field and have experience in community health promotion.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field.
- Two years of post-baccalaureate experience.
- Must complete Rutgers Youth Protection and Serv Safe Food Handler Training.
Responsibilities
- Provide SNAP-Ed outreach and education in Camden County.
- Recruit and work with agencies for SNAP-Ed programs.
- Ensure compliance with federal outreach and budget guidelines.
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Recruitment/Posting Title SNAP-Ed. Program Associate I - Community Nutrition Outreach - Camden County
Job Category
Job Category URA-AFT Administrative
Department
Department SEBS-Family&CommunityHealthSci
Overview
The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station ( NJAES ) is an integral component of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state.
As the health and wellness component of Rutgers Cooperative Extension, the Department of Family & Community Health Sciences ( FCHS ) promotes healthy lifestyles and environments for NJ residents and communities with outreach in food, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles. Recognized nationally for its work, FCHS connects Rutgers University and the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station to communities beyond the campus to build healthy families, schools, and communities. Based locally, in each county, FCHS supports efforts to meet the health and wellness challenges facing communities throughout the state through engaged civic learning, volunteerism, service, community-based research, education, and integrated efforts and partnerships.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a SNAP -Ed. Program Associate I – Community Nutrition Outreach – Camden County for the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station ( NJAES ) within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The position will provide SNAP -Ed outreach and education in Camden County, with occasional coverage in Burlington, Gloucester, and Mercer Counties and oversight of school wellness initiatives throughout the 4-county region.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Education ( SNAP -Ed) is a federally funded grant program that supports evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions and projects for persons eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ( SNAP ) through complementary direct education, multi-level interventions, and community and public health approaches to improve nutrition. The goal of the services provided is to help program participants improve their food security; dietary quality; physical activity; and food safety behaviors.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Recruits and works with agencies willing to host SNAP -Ed program(s).
- Ensures compliance with all federal outreach and budget guidelines regarding all activities that occur within the project.
- Responsible for various reports designed to document the project’s success.
- Serves as a mentor to PA IIs and takes a lead in identifying and developing opportunities for professional development for the team.
- Serves on appropriate boards and councils in the community to maintain a strong presence for the program.
- Serves as a role model for his/her volunteers and always maintains a professional demeanor and confidentiality.
Position Status Full Time
Daily Work Shift
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
FLSA
FLSA Exempt
Grade
Grade 04
Position Salary $57,356-$61,000
Annual Minimum Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 57356.00
Annual Mid Range Salary 71372.00
Annual Maximum Salary
Annual Maximum Salary 85388.00
Offer Information
The final salary offer will be determined by several factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nutrition (preferred), health education, public health, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of coordination, writing, and nutrition education promotion/outreach.
- Two years of post-baccalaureate experience.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
- The individual must successfully complete Rutgers Youth Protection and Serv Safe Food Handler Training.
- RDN or CHES preferred.
- Experience implementing community health promotion and behavior change programs.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, and have experience working with diverse groups/clientele.
- Experience working with limited resource, urban populations.
- Highly proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
- Comfortable utilizing appliances and kitchen supplies for cooking and food preparation with hands on nutrition education lessons.
- This position must have the ability to carry program materials and supplies, including audio-visual equipment.
- Ability to arrange set-up of class space (move tables and chairs).
- Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends.
- Able to travel statewide.
- This is a grant-funded position, employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funds. This position will expire once the grant has ended.
Posting Number 25ST1112
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date 05/23/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Home Location Campus
Home Location Campus Off Campus
City
City Blackwood
State
State NJ
Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title SNAP-Ed. Program Associate I - Community Nutrition Outreach - Camden County Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department SEBS-Family&CommunityHealthSci Overview The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station ( NJAES ) is an integral component of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state.
As the health and wellness component of Rutgers Cooperative Extension, the Department of Family & Community Health Sciences ( FCHS ) promotes healthy lifestyles and environments for NJ residents and communities with outreach in food, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles. Recognized nationally for its work, FCHS connects Rutgers University and the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station to communities beyond the campus to build healthy families, schools, and communities. Based locally, in each county, FCHS supports efforts to meet the health and wellness challenges facing communities throughout the state through engaged civic learning, volunteerism, service, community-based research, education, and integrated efforts and partnerships. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a SNAP -Ed. Program Associate I – Community Nutrition Outreach – Camden County for the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station ( NJAES ) within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The position will provide SNAP -Ed outreach and education in Camden County, with occasional coverage in Burlington, Gloucester, and Mercer Counties and oversight of school wellness initiatives throughout the 4-county region.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Education ( SNAP -Ed) is a federally funded grant program that supports evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions and projects for persons eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ( SNAP ) through complementary direct education, multi-level interventions, and community and public health approaches to improve nutrition. The goal of the services provided is to help program participants improve their food security; dietary quality; physical activity; and food safety behaviors.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Recruits and works with agencies willing to host SNAP -Ed program(s).
- Ensures compliance with all federal outreach and budget guidelines regarding all activities that occur within the project.
- Responsible for various reports designed to document the project’s success.
- Serves as a mentor to PA IIs and takes a lead in identifying and developing opportunities for professional development for the team.
- Serves on appropriate boards and councils in the community to maintain a strong presence for the program.
- Serves as a role model for his/her volunteers and always maintains a professional demeanor and confidentiality.
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nutrition (preferred), health education, public health, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of coordination, writing, and nutrition education promotion/outreach.
- Two years of post-baccalaureate experience.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
- The individual must successfully complete Rutgers Youth Protection and Serv Safe Food Handler Training.
- Nutrition degree preferred.
- RDN or CHES preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish speaking/writing preferred.
- Experience implementing community health promotion and behavior change programs.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, and have experience working with diverse groups/clientele.
- Experience working with limited resource, urban populations.
- Highly proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
- Comfortable utilizing appliances and kitchen supplies for cooking and food preparation with hands on nutrition education lessons.
- This position must have the ability to carry program materials and supplies, including audio-visual equipment.
- Ability to arrange set-up of class space (move tables and chairs).
- Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends.
- Able to travel statewide.
- This is a grant-funded position, employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funds. This position will expire once the grant has ended.
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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- * Do you have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nutrition (preferred), health education, public health, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of coordination, writing, and nutrition education promotion/outreach?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have two years of post-baccalaureate experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you able to work evenings or weekends; able to travel statewide; and have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you fluent in English and Spanish for reading, writing, and speaking?
- Yes
- No
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .
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