EFNEP Educator, Program Assistant

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

Tuition and Academic Assistance

12 Holidays Each Year

Job summary

NC State University is seeking an EFNEP Educator/Program Assistant in Tarboro, NC. The role delivers nutrition education to enrolled participants under supervision, with responsibilities including recruitment, teaching, and program record-keeping.

Work is full-time, 12-month recurring, with responsibilities across the Edgecombe County NCCE Center, supporting community nutrition education and outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of community and social service programs for limited resource families is preferred.
• Experience teaching and/or working with limited resource adults and nutrition education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and enroll adult and school-aged youth into the EFNEP program.
• Make regular teaching visits to enrollees in group settings and teach basic nutrition topics.
• Submit required program records and market the program within the assigned area.
• Recruit volunteers from the community and involve them in leadership roles.
• Collaborate with local Cooperative Extension staff and agencies.
• Meet program standards for performance and impact and participate in trainings.

Skills

Community knowledge

Nutrition education

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Number: PG190904CE

Position Number: NE-00112368-1026

Position Type: NC Cooperative Extension

Job City & State: Tarboro, NC

Department : NCCE Edgecombe County

Working Title: EFNEP Educator, Program Assistant

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Job Type: Full-Time - Permanent

FTE: 1.00

Essential Job Duties

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 Regional Nutrition Extension Associate (RNEA), the EFNEP Educator delivers nutrition and related subject matter to enrolled participants.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

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 a 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. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom or school bell.

For over 50 years, EFNEP has been helping limited-resource youth and families with children learn to eath ealthier meals and snacks, make better use of food dollars and reduce the risk of food borne 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. Check out this link https://youtu.be/vgmaS33u230 to learn what other EFNEP Educators say about their experience working for EFNEP.

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina residents.

For more Information about Edgecombe County, visit https://www.edgecombecountync.gov/ To learn more about the NCCE Edgecombe County Center, go to https://edgecombe.ces.ncsu.edu/.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

Although our employees are based in county offices across North Carolina, they enjoy the same benefits of being part of the NC State University community.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Duties and Responsibilities

The individual in this position will recruit and enroll adult and school-aged youth participants into the program, make regular teaching visits to enrollees 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, and assist with securing program resources. 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.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Under the programmatic guidance of the RNEA, the EFNEP Educator conducts nutrition education to limited resource adults and youth in group settings. While performing this role the EFNEP Educator:

• Travels within county, district, and state using a personal vehicle. Personal vehicle is required. Travel is reimbursed following state guidelines.
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive understanding of the role of NCCE 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 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.
• Recruits, 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.

Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises: 0

Percent of Time Spent: N/A

Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday business hours, 8:00 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.

Department Required Skills: n/a

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: 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 preferred.

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.

Valid NC Driver's License required?: Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?: No

Physical Required?: No

Anticipated Hiring Range: $32,562

Internal Transfer Only: No

Job Open Date: 10/06/2026

Quick Link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/235621

EEO

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