Education Program Assistant 2

Oregon State University; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition reduction benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Paid leave

Job summary

Oregon State University–Extension Douglas County is seeking a part-time Education Program Assistant 2 to deliver engaging nutrition and health education in Roseburg, OR. The role supports StrongPeople strength training, Food Hero nutrition education in elementary schools, and Master Food Preserver programs with volunteers and partners.

The EPA2 will work with OSU Extension faculty to promote healthy living, collaborate with schools and community organizations, and help run youth and adult

Qualifications

• Associate degree plus 3 years of related experience OR Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of related experience OR 5 years in a related field
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications
• Excellent customer service skills
• Commitment to inclusive and safe learning environments
• Proficiency with professional office software and collaboration tools
• Ability to adapt to multiple digital communication systems
• Ability to engage diverse audiences in writing and verbally

Responsibilities

• Lead and support StrongPeople strength training classes for adults across Douglas County
• Provide nutrition education for elementary students using Food Hero program
• Assist with Master Food Preserver programming, classes, and volunteer activities
• Teach practical skills related to nutrition, physical activity, food safety, and healthy living
• Collaborate with Extension faculty to plan, deliver, and evaluate community education programs
• Build relationships with schools, community organizations, and local agencies
• Support and encourage volunteers who help extend Health Extension programs

Skills

Oral and written communication

Diversity engagement

Computer skills

Customer service

Education

Education equivalency options

Tools

Office software

Collaborative platforms

Job description

Job Summary

Job Summary: This recruitment will be used to fill one part‑time (approximately 30 hours per week) Education Program Assistant 2 position for the Oregon State University’s Division of Extension and Engagement, Extension Douglas County Office in Roseburg, Oregon. The mission of the OSU Division of Extension and Engagement (division) is to work with communities throughout Oregon to support lifelong learning and co‑create innovative solutions to address local challenges. Together, we envision a future where Oregon’s people, communities and ecosystems prosper. Join the OSU Health Extension team and help make healthy choices more accessible for people throughout Douglas County. As the Education Program Assistant 2 (EPA2), you will deliver engaging, practical educational programs that promote healthy eating, physical activity, food preparation and safety, and develop habits that support lifelong health. You will support our local Health Extension programming and lead StrongPeople™ a community‑based strength‑training program designed to help adults stay active, strong, and independent. You will also bring nutrition education into elementary schools through Food Hero programming and support the Master Food Preserver Program, working with volunteers and community members to share research‑based food preservation and food safety information. If you enjoy teaching, working with people, building community connections, and turning education into hands‑on experiences, this position offers an opportunity to make a visible difference across Douglas County.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support StrongPeople™ strength training classes for adults in communities throughout Douglas County.
• Provide static and hands‑on nutrition education for elementary students using OSU Extension’s Food Hero program.
• Assist with Master Food Preserver programming, classes, volunteer activities, and community outreach.
• Teach practical skills related to nutrition, physical activity, food safety, and healthy living.
• Work alongside OSU Extension faculty to plan, deliver, and evaluate community education programs.
• Build relationships with schools, community organizations, local agencies, and other partners.
• Support and encourage volunteers who help extend Health Extension programs throughout Douglas County.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and three years of work experience (paid or volunteer) supporting community programs that serve children, youth or adults OR Bachelor's Degree and one year of work experience (paid or volunteer) one year of which must be working in youth development programs, adult education, teaching, program delivery or related functions OR· Five years’ experience in a field related to the duties of the position AND a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skill to work with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated skill to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• A commitment to collaborative and respectful learning and working environments that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming.
• General knowledge and ability to use computers, including proficiency with information technology, professional office software and collaborative work platforms.
• Ability to learn and adapt to using multiple forms of digital communication systems, including websites, email newsletters, social media, and other tools in a changing technological environment.
• Ability to engage and communicate successfully and inclusively, both in writing and verbally, with broad and diverse audiences in a professionally and culturally responsible manner.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and use judgment in determining work methods and priorities.
• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
• This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience or education (paid or volunteer) relevant to food safety, nutrition or food preservation programs.
• Customer service experience with youth and families through community education.
• Food safety, food handling and/or culinary skills.

Working Conditions / Schedule

Work primarily in an office setting; extensive computer use. Typical work hours are Monday-Friday between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ability to lift, carry, push and pull educational materials and/or equipment up to 30 pounds. Access to a vehicle is necessary as duties will require traveling/driving to perform office support duties. Business mileage will be reimbursed based on OSU policies.

Salary

Salary Range: $22.57 - $34.10

Anticipated Dates

Anticipated Start Date: 2026-12-07

Equal Opportunity & Background Checks

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.

If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job‑related pre‑employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre‑employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [e-mail].

The university prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin (including ancestry and ethnicity), immigration or citizenship status, marital or family status, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status / service in the uniformed service, or any other status protected by law or OSU policy.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Benefits / Total Rewards Package

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life.
• OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical care insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
• Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

About Oregon State University

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem‑solvers and change‑makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep‑rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

Facts

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide

Locations

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state‑of‑the‑art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.