Extension Assistant - NEP (Grand Island, NE)

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for the Extension Assistant - NEP position based in Grand Island, NE. You will teach nutrition education, food preparation, and resource management to low-income audiences, planning and evaluating approved programming.

The role requires travel within the service area, a Bachelor's degree, and strong teaching and record-keeping skills. UNL offers comprehensive benefits and a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree must be completed by start date.
• Demonstrated ability to teach.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Nutrition, Exercise and Health Sciences or closely related field.
• Experience with health related work through other organizations as an employee or volunteer.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Previous work with low-income individuals or community groups.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
• Ability to speak language(s) other than English, Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transform lives by teaching (planning and implementing) and evaluating approved educational programming in basic nutrition, food preparation and resource management, physical activity, and/or other grant specific deliverables for low-income audiences in assigned counties.
• Access learners at appropriate places and times, requiring the ability to travel within service area.

Skills

Teaching

Record keeping

Driver's license

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Nutrition/related emphasis

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Extension Assistant - NEP (Grand Island, NE)

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Position Information

Working Title Extension Assistant - NEP (Grand Island, NE)

Department NE Ext Engagement Zone 10-12359

Requisition Number S_240832

Posting Open Date 08/19/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/03/2024

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Nutrition Education Program ( NEP ) in Nebraska helps families on a limited budget make healthier food choices and choose physically active lifestyles by acquiring the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behavior changes necessary to improve their health.

As a NEP Extension Assistant, you will:

• Transform lives by teaching (planning and implementing) and evaluating approved educational programming in basic nutrition, food preparation and resource management, physical activity, and/or other grant specific deliverables for low-income audiences in assigned counties.
• Access learners at appropriate places and times, requiring the ability to travel within service area.

Position is located in Grand Island, NE and serves Hall/Adams counties. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Extension Assistant.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community.

We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:

• Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents
• Retirement plans with university match
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• A diverse and inclusive workplace

We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference!

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree must be completed by start date.
• Demonstrated ability to teach.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

The qualifications listed below are preferred, but not required.

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Nutrition, Exercise and Health Sciences or closely related field.
• Experience with health related work through other organizations as an employee or volunteer.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Previous work with low-income individuals or community groups.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet, presentation and data management software preferred.
• Previous experience with program implementation and evaluation a plus.
• Ability to speak language(s) other than English, Spanish preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Required

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $40,000/yr

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Cami Wells
[e-mail]

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Work Location

Grand Island, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Describe your teaching experiences. (Open Ended Question)
• * Describe your volunteer management skills and experiences. (Open Ended Question)
• * What qualities do you have that make you an effective team player? (Open Ended Question)