EFNEP Educator

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 29,305 - 35,818; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid tuition

Health Insurance

Flexible Scheduling

Retirement Savings

Supplemental Benefits Programs

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking an EFNEP Educator to deliver nutrition education to limited-resource participants in North Carolina. The role involves recruiting participants, teaching cooking skills, and collaborating with community organizations to improve health outcomes. Ideal candidates should have a high-school diploma, effective communication skills, and the ability to engage the community. The position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while working full-time in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and enroll participants into the program
• Teach nutrition and food preparation skills
• Conduct food demonstrations to groups
• Submit program records as required

Skills

Ability to communicate and teach effectively

Ability to organize and collect data

Ability to build partnerships and engage the community

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: PG190844CE

Position Number: NE-00042631-0326

Position Type: NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)

Department Information

Job City & State: Jackson, NC

Department: NCCE Northampton County

System Information

Working Title: EFNEP Educator

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Job Type: Full-Time - Permanent

FTE: 0.9375

Position Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non‑formal, research‑based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well‑being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Check out this link (https://youtu.be/vgmaS33u230) to learn what other EFNEP Educators say about their experience working for EFNEP.

While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:

• Paid time off
• Paid tuition
• Health Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Benefits Programs
• WolfPerks!

You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

Role Overview

The Extension EFNEP Educator is an employee of NC Cooperative Extension, NC State University. Under the supervision of the County Extension Director with guided assistance from the District EFNEP Extension Associate, the EFNEP Educator delivers nutrition and related subject matter to enrolled participants.

Primary Functional Area

North Carolina Cooperative Extension (NCCE) gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and North Carolina A & T State University. Through educational programs, publications and events, Cooperative Extension delivers unbiased, research‑based information to North Carolina citizens.

For over 50 years, EFNEP has been helping limited‑resource youth and families with children learn to eat healthier meals and snacks, make better use of food dollars and reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses. In collaboration with many organizations through the “Eat Smart, Move More” initiative, NC EFNEP aims to help reduce the rising tide of obesity by teaching youth and families practical skills resulting in changed behaviors to eat smart, move more, and achieve a healthy weight.

Northampton County covers 537 square miles of prime agricultural land in the Upper Coastal Plains in northeastern North Carolina. The Roanoke River is located along the southern border of Northampton County. Two lakes (Gaston and Roanoke Rapids Lake) are located at the western end of Northampton. Northampton County is located approximately 103 miles from the nearest beach, Virginia Beach, VA and is located approximately 100 miles from our State Capital, Raleigh, NC. The county population is 16,580 (2024). The county seat and home of the Northampton County Extension Center is Jackson, North Carolina. Our Northern border is the North Carolina/Virginia State Line. For more information about Northampton County see http://www.northamptonnc.com/. To learn more about the NCCE Northampton County Center go to https://northampton.ces.ncsu.edu/.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit and enroll adult and school‑aged youth participants into the program
• Make regular teaching visits to enrollees either in the home or in group settings
• Teach basic principles of nutrition and food preparation skills
• Submit required program records as requested
• Market the program within the assigned area
• Recruit volunteers from within the community involving them in leadership roles
• Collaborate with local Cooperative Extension staff and agencies
• Assist with securing program resources

Other Work/Responsibilities

The EFNEP Educator receives programmatic guidance from the District EFNEP Regional Nutrition Extension Associate (RNEA) with overall supervision provided by the County Extension Director (CED). The EFNEP Educator and the RNEA work with the Family and Consumer Science Agent, 4‑H Agent and/or CED to meet the needs of the county. Renewal of the position is contingent on the availability of funds.

• Travels within county, district, and state using a personal vehicle; travel reimbursed following State guidelines
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive understanding of the role of NC Cooperative Extension as an educational agency
• Recruits limited resource school‑aged youth and families with young children who meet the federal eligibility guidelines for participation in EFNEP
• Instructs eligible youth and families in nutrition education using approved curricula and teaching methods
• Conduct food demonstrations to adult and youth groups
• Facilitates the collection of required data and submits monthly reports to RNEA, EFNEP State office and CED
• Maintains confidentiality of program information
• Coordinates with collaborating agencies to extend program outreach to eligible families
• Establish and maintain partnerships with agencies and organizations serving EFNEP audiences
• Participates in lifelong learning and professional development by participating in trainings and other opportunities as designated by the RNEA, County Extension Director, District Extension Director and/or State EFNEP office; a few may require overnight travel
• Attends and participates in required EFNEP meetings and trainings within the county and outside of the county; a few may be overnight travel
• Enhances program visibility by communicating program impacts to local stakeholders and potential participants
• Promotes educational opportunities beyond EFNEP within Cooperative Extension and partnering agencies to program participants
• Recruit, trains and utilizes volunteers to assist in program marketing, data collection and program delivery
• Meets established programmatic standards for performance and impact
• Other duties as assigned. Travel within the county, district and state are required

Supervisory

Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises: 0

Percent of Time Spent: 0%

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday business hours, 8:30 a.m-5:00 p.m; occasional evenings and weekends as requested.

Minimum Experience & Education

The minimum requirement for employment with the North Carolina Cooperative Extension (NCCE) is a high‑school diploma or equivalent.

Required Skills

• Ability to communicate and teach effectively
• Ability to organize, collect data, and meet deadlines
• Ability to build partnerships and engage the community

Preferred Experience & Training

Knowledge of the community and social service programs for limited‑resource families; Experience teaching and/or working with limited‑resource adults; and/or nutrition education experience.

Required License or Certification

Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required and must be maintained. Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire.

Recruitment

Anticipated Hiring Range: $32,562

Internal Transfer Only: No

Job Open Date: 03/27/2026

EEO Statement

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