Community Nutrition Educator - Travel & Outreach Impact

Oklahoma State University; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University in Oklahoma City invites applications for a Nutrition Education Assistant to support the Community Nutrition Education Program (CNEP). The role focuses on recruiting and teaching low-income families and youth to adopt healthier eating habits, with hands-on, research-based outreach.

The position requires travel within designated counties and occasional overnight travel, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently. Ability to respond positively to supervision. Ability to read, write, and use people skills to relate to the audience to convey key educational messages. Ability to meet deadlines and complete required program reports.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and teach individuals and/or groups of low-income adults and youth.
• Provide community outreach to agencies and organizations in targeted areas to motivate participants to develop healthier eating habits for their families.
• Travel within assigned county, district, and state; occasional overnight travel; travel budget provided.

Skills

Lifting up to 40 pounds

Education

High School/GED

1 year of work experience

Job description

Oklahoma State University in Oklahoma City invites applications for a Nutrition Education Assistant to support the Community Nutrition Education Program (CNEP). The role focuses on recruiting and teaching low-income families and youth to adopt healthier eating habits, with hands-on, research-based outreach.

The position requires travel within designated counties and occasional overnight travel, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.