EFNEP Educator, Program Assistant

NC State University; Tarboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University’s Extension program in Edgecombe County seeks an EFNEP Educator to deliver nutrition education to enrolled participants. The educator partners with the District EFNEP Regional Nutrition Extension Associate and the County Extension Director to plan and implement program activities in Tarboro and surrounding communities.

You will recruit participants, conduct group classes, collect required data, and work with volunteers to extend outreach while maintaining program records and

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in nutrition education or related field preferred.
• Ability to recruit and train volunteers and work with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and enroll adults and school-aged youth into EFNEP.
• Teach basic nutrition and food preparation skills.
• Submit required program records and market the program locally.
• Travel within county, district, and state; personal vehicle required.

Skills

Nutrition education

Teaching

Community outreach

Volunteer recruitment

Data collection

Program marketing

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG190904CE

Position Number

Position Number NE-00112368-1026

Position Type

Position Type NC Cooperative Extension

Department Information

Job City & State

Job City & State Tarboro, NC

Department

Department NCCE Edgecombe County

System Information

Working Title

Appointment

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time - Permanent

FTE

FTE 1.00

Position Information

Position 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 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

To learn more about the NCCE Edgecombe County Center, go to

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Other Duties and Responsibilities

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

Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 0

Percent of Time Spent

Percent of Time Spent N/A

Requirements and Preferences

Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key

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

Work Schedule

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

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?

Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Physical Required?

Physical Required? No

List any other medical/drug tests required

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Required Documents

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• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References

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