Community Assistant II (Hudson County)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey seeks a Community Assistant II (Hudson County) to teach research-based nutrition classes to adults and youth from limited-resource backgrounds. The role supports volunteers and staff while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work nights and weekends. Bilingual in Spanish or Arabic is preferred, with strong time management and teamwork skills

Qualifications

• Minimum Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED.
• Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver’s license required.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Arabic.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends.
• Self-starter with strong time management.
• Strong organizational skills and teamwork.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in handling records.

Responsibilities

• Teach nutrition classes to adult and youth participants in Hudson County.
• Maintain participant records and hours worked.
• Educate about food safety, diet, and physical activity.
• Assist in organizing groups of 4–15 participants for sessions.
• Support volunteers and program staff in outreach activities.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/Arabic)

Willingness to work nights/weekends

Time management

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Details

Title: Community Assistant II (Hudson County)

Job Category: URA-AFT Administrative

Department: EFNEP

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 09

Minimum Salary: 40349.48

Mid Range Salary: 46542.48

Maximum Salary: 52735.48

Position Status: Full Time

Standard Hours: 35.00

Position Pension Eligibility: PERS

Term of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Union Description: URA-AFT Administrative

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.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Community Assistant II (Hudson County) for The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES). Reporting to the Program Associate I of the Hudson County Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), the Community Assistant (CA) teaches research‑based, behaviorally focused nutrition classes to both adult and youth limited‑resource participants in Hudson County. The goal of the education provided is to help program participants improve their food security, dietary quality, physical activity, and food safety behaviors. The CA supports volunteers and program staff who assist in the delivery of educational outreach. The successful candidate must maintain a professional demeanor and confidentiality at all times.

• Teaches limited‑resource target audiences according to specific program qualifications and guidelines using pre‑approved lessons and/or curricula, while maintaining a professional demeanor and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Conducts all class sessions for the duration contracted with the agency's site supervisor. Completes and collects all of the personal demographic and food intake/behavioral information needed from each participant enrolled in the program.
• Educates youth and adults using pre‑approved nutrition curriculum.
• Encourages youth to share what they have learned with family members.
• Works with people from varied age groups and cultures.
• Assists the supervisor in organizing groups consisting of 4 to 15 qualifying adult participants to meet at least 8 times for a period of at least 4 weeks for the purpose of learning about food, its safe preparation, nutrition, and physical activity.
• Assists the supervisor in organizing youth groups for the same purposes as stated above, and helps youth apply the information to themselves and their families.
• Maintains accurate records of hours worked and submits them to the supervisor in a timely manner as instructed.
• Keeps an accurate account of expenses incurred while carrying out the duties of the program; and regularly submitting them to the supervisor.
• Collects required information on each new participant or family when enrolled and at the time of graduation and maintains a log of work time and work‑related activities of the duties performed.

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, 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.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

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, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED.

Certifications/Licenses: A valid driver's license would be required for this position.

• Demonstrated ability to read and write in English.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Arabic.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends.
• Self‑starter.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• A team player with a demonstrated ability to respectfully interact with colleagues and supervisors from diverse and varied backgrounds.
• Willingness to accept direction and perform duties within programmatic constraints.
• Willingness to improve educational level.
• Expressed willingness to work with people (i.e., youth, adults, and seniors, as specified in job description).
• Understanding of the importance of keeping information given by participating families confidential.
• Strong familiarity with the community in which he/she will work.
• Willingness to learn and to work under and accept direction.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse, limited‑resource audience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Webex, Google Meets, Google Classrooms, Microsoft Teams).

Equipment Utilized

• Will use Microsoft Office products (Outlook (email), and possibly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as needed).
• May be asked to assist with data/information from nutrition classes in WebNEERS (a government‑supplied reporting system) and/or internal department data systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to carry up to 35 pounds of demonstration supplies, presentation equipment, and class materials.

Special Conditions

• This position is 100% grant funded. Employment is contingent on grant funding.
• This position requires the willingness to use personal vehicle to travel to various worksites throughout the project's service area.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1774

Posting Open Date: 09/22/2026

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City: Jersey City

State: NJ

Pre-Employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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