EFNEP Nutrition Educator – Sedgwick County

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University Extension Nutrition program is hiring a full-time Extension Nutritional Assistant to serve Sedgwick County. The role focuses on delivering nutrition education to families with limited resources, planning events, and building community partnerships.

The assistant will teach topics such as food preparation, safety, and nutrition, collect program data, and support recruitment to EFNEP. This is a grant-funded on-site position requiring travel within the county.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus and preferred for outreach with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Plan curriculum-based health education events and activities with colleagues and partners.
• Teach clients about nutrition, food safety, and resource management in groups or one-on-one.
• Collect and record client responses to health questionnaires and track program outcomes.

Skills

Strong social skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Kansas State University Extension Nutrition program is hiring a full-time Extension Nutritional Assistant to serve Sedgwick County. The role focuses on delivering nutrition education to families with limited resources, planning events, and building community partnerships.

The assistant will teach topics such as food preparation, safety, and nutrition, collect program data, and support recruitment to EFNEP. This is a grant-funded on-site position requiring travel within the county.