Extension Program Assistant II - Nutrition Educator (Part-Time)

Iowa State University - College of Design; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Generous vacation, holiday, and sick时间

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Iowa State University - College of Design is seeking an Extension Program Assistant II - Nutrition Educator to deliver EFNEP curricula, engage communities, and coordinate outreach in Linn County. The role focuses on healthy eating, budgeting for groceries, and safe food handling.

The position is part-time (30 hours/week) with some evening/weekend hours, primarily in-person. Prior experience in nutrition education and group facilitation is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of Extension Program Assistant I-level experience or equivalent.
• Ability to travel to various locations to conduct extension education programs.

Responsibilities

• Network with community agencies to recruit eligible participants.
• Deliver nutrition education programs promoting healthy eating and activity.
• Adapt lessons to diverse audiences and organize groups/events.
• Assist in planning and coordinating educational programs.
• Collaborate with a team to meet program objectives and partnerships.

Skills

Experience

Travel ability

Meal planning/nutrition

Group presentation experience

Recruiting clients/sales

Technology proficiency

Community collaboration

Tools

None

Job description

Position Title: Extension Program Assistant II - Nutrition Educator (Part-Time)

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience as an Extension Program Assistant I or equivalent work experience, or Any combination of experience and education from which comparable knowledge and ability can be acquired which totals one year.
• Requires ability to travel to various locations in order to conduct extension education programs.

Responsibilities

• Community Engagement: Network with agencies across the community to identify and recruit eligible program participants.
• Educational Programming: Utilize established curricula to conduct educational programs aimed at promoting healthy eating habits and physical activity. Programs will also focus on building skills related to cooking, food safety, and budget-friendly grocery shopping.
• Adaptation and Organization: Adapt lessons and materials as necessary to meet the needs of specific audiences. Organize special program groups and events to maximize community outreach.
• Assistance in Program Planning: Assist in planning, directing, and coordinating educational programs tailored to the identified needs of the community.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with a team of professionals to achieve program objectives and foster community partnerships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with meal planning, nutrition, and/or food preparation
• Experience presenting to groups of individuals
• Experience with recruiting clients and/or sales
• Experience with technology
• Demonstrated experience with local community agencies and resources that help families and individuals in need

About EFNEP

EFNEP (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) offers no-cost nutrition classes to help Iowans access nutritious food, cook healthy meals at home, and handle food safely. EFNEP is designed to reach limited resource audiences- especially youth and families with young children. EFNEP nutrition educators are trained and supervised by Extension professionals to teach food and nutrition information and skills that help participants make healthy choices on a budget.

Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Work Hours: This is a part-time position scheduled to work 30 hours per week. This position will primarily be working Monday-Friday, day hours with some evening and weekend hours.

Location: Linn County.

Pay Grade

Pay Grade: 8352a

Benefits

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Company Culture

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff.

Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community.

Iowa State recognizes diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [e-mail] or call [phone] or Toll-Free: [phone]. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or [phone].

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.