Extension Health and Outreach Coordinator

Fort Valley State University; Fort Valley (GA); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A public university in Georgia seeks a Health and Nutrition Outreach Specialist to lead programs focusing on nutrition and wellness. The successful candidate will manage educational outreach efforts, develop essential training materials, and collaborate with local agencies to improve community health. Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in a related field and at least three years of program development experience. This position involves occasional travel and community engagement activities, emphasizing health education and chronic disease prevention.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant field.
• Three years of program development experience.
• Registered Dietitian license preferred.

Responsabilités

• Manage the Health & Wellness program.
• Develop nutrition education materials.
• Collaborate with various agencies.
• Deliver training for county staff.

Connaissances

Program development experience

Communication skills

Familiarity with dietary guidelines

Technical proficiency

Formation

Master of Science degree in human nutrition or related field

Description du poste

Health and Nutrition Outreach Specialist

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) invites applications for the position of Health and Nutrition Outreach Specialist.

Job Summary

FVSU Cooperative Extension Program (FVSU‑CEP) is an educational resource dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Georgians and beyond. The Family and Consumer Sciences Department seeks a Health and Nutrition Outreach Specialist to manage the Health & Wellness program, planning and designing community‑based implementations to support county staff and the Mobile Health Unit through educational outreach to Georgia residents.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition and wellness programs for community‑based implementation.
• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of research‑based, integrative statewide extension programs in nutrition and wellness that meet the needs of limited resources, diverse and socially disadvantaged audiences.
• Collaborate with county staff, program leadership, other health‑oriented campus departments, medical, federal, and local agencies to address chronic disease, obesity prevention and health equity for program implementation with the Mobile Health Unit.
• Deliver training and educational support material for county‑based staff and their clientele, supporting public health through policy, systems, and environmental changes (PSE’s).
• Develop nutrition education materials for the benefit of the communities served (e.g., nutrition curriculum, fact sheets, articles, healthy recipes).
• Develop proposals to secure funding to expand the program area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in human nutrition, public health, health education, chronic disease prevention, food science, or a related field relevant to the role.
• Three or more years of program development experience in Cooperative Extension, nonprofit, or private sector.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in any of the aforementioned areas.
• Registered Dietitian license.

Knowledge Required by the Position

• Familiarity with a variety of program delivery methods to reach individuals and groups in youth and adult audiences and the ability to integrate youth and adult development principles in educational activities.
• Familiarity with MyPlate, dietary guidelines for Americans, and other evidence‑based nutrition resources.
• Experience with rural and low‑income populations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to plan and organize.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of work‑related information and materials.
• Proficiency in modern electronic technology (computers, Microsoft Office, texting, video, audio).
• Willingness to continue education to enhance job proficiency.

Complexity / Scope of Work

• Typically a climate‑controlled office environment.
• Travel required—some overnight travel for trainings/conferences.
• Evening, night, or weekend work occasionally.
• Working outdoors occasionally at farmers markets, health fairs, and community events.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Employee is required to sit and utilize a computer/monitor with ease.
• May stand or walk occasionally.
• May frequently reach with hands and arms.
• May lift or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 40 pounds.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.