Houston County Extension Nutrition Education Program Assistant

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens seeks a Food and Nutrition Educator to conduct classes and provide nutrition education for limited-resource clients. Responsibilities include organizing classes, managing supplies, and ensuring food safety.

The role requires strong communication and leadership skills, a high school diploma, and the ability to work with diverse groups. This position offers eligibility for benefits and the opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience interacting with diverse groups is essential.
• Ability to relate effectively to young people and adults is necessary.
• Must be skilled in working with clients with limited resources.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct nutrition and food safety classes.
• Develop shopping lists and coordinate recipes.
• Conduct food preparation activities for classes.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Basic food preparation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Basic kitchen equipment

Job description

Position Summary

This incumbent is based in Houston County and is responsible for paraprofessional work with County Extension Agents in a Food and Nutrition Education program for limited-resource clients (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program). Plans, organizes, schedules, and conducts nutrition and food safety classes for limited resource clients. Prepares and conducts food demonstrations for group classes. This employee will exhibit qualities of independent judgment. Work is performed under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Effectively organizes time and materials by reviewing program lessons.
• Develops shopping lists for necessary ingredients, coordinating multiple recipes or with other teammates.
• Utilizes Outlook calendar to schedule and communicate programs, county events, and activities.
• Complies with county funds policy/practices to purchase food demonstration supplies; manages invoices and ensures timely submission.
• Submits mileage reimbursement for any shopping/program delivery/training per policy.
• Conducts food preparation activities (chopping, mixing, slicing, dicing, measuring).
• Uses basic kitchen equipment including cookware, mixers, knives, and baking equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of inventory and supplies, coordinates inventory reconciliation.
• Supports relationships with organizations to offer nutrition education.
• Ensures full knowledge of educational content and delivers lessons effectively with appropriate methodology and food safety.
• Leads activities and discussions and conducts food cooking/demonstrations for variable‑sized audiences.
• Responds effectively and problem‑solves challenges associated with space allocation.
• Ensures food safety in transport of supplies and when providing food samples.
• Collects data from class participants via forms or other methodologies.
• Conducts activities responsive to client needs, including evenings, weekends, and night schedules; flexible scheduling required.
• Attends and completes all Extension training and UGA‑mandated training as appropriate.
• Complies with UGA/Extension policy and procedures, recordkeeping, and accurate time recording.
• Completes county‑based training as determined by County CEC or supervisor.
• Uses Microsoft Office Suite and other UGA recordkeeping systems.
• Assists with other events in the County as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to learn basic food preparation skills.
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting with diverse groups.
• Ability to relate effectively to young people and adults.
• Leadership of groups, ability to speak clearly and with sufficient volume to be heard without amplification.
• Skilled in working with clients with limited resources.

Physical Demands

• Stand for long periods to present program to attendees.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Speak effectively to audiences without amplification.
• Use kitchen tools including knives, spoons, blenders, choppers, etc.
• Drive to perform job‑related duties.

Work Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).