Houston County Extension Nutrition Education Program Assistant

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is looking for a Houston County Extension Nutrition Education Program Assistant. This role involves teaching nutrition and food safety classes to limited-resource clients while conducting food demonstrations.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and strong communication skills. This is a full-time position based in Houston County, Georgia, requiring effective group leadership and the ability to interact with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic food preparation skills.
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting with diverse groups of people.
• Lead groups effectively including ability to speak clearly.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, schedules, and conducts nutrition and food safety classes.
• Conducts food preparation activities including chopping and mixing ingredients.
• Maintains knowledge of inventory and supplies for demonstrations.

Skills

Basic food preparation skills

Strong communication skills

Effective group leadership

Ability to work with limited-resource clients

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

Posting Number S15345P • Working Title Houston County Extension Nutrition Education Program Assistant • Department CAES-Southwest District CES

Position Information

Classification Title: Extension Program Assistant I • FLSA: Non-Exempt • Full-Time

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

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.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to learn basic food preparation skills.
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting with diverse groups of people.
• Relate effectively to young people and adults.
• Lead groups effectively including 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 effectively present program to attendees.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Speak effectively to audiences without amplification.
• Effectively use kitchen tools including knives, spoons, blenders, choppers, etc.
• Driving to perform job related duties.

Position and Resource Details

• Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
• Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes
• Does this position require a P-Card? No
• Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
• Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? No

Policy and Background

• Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
• Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. See the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Effectively organizes time and materials by reviewing program lessons, develops shopping lists for ingredients, and coordinates lists of multiple recipes with other teammates.
• Uses Outlook calendar to schedule and communicate programs, county events, and activities; ensures the calendar reflects all activities.
• Complies with county funds policy/practices to purchase food demonstration supplies, manages resources, ensures invoices are documented and submitted timely, and stores all food supplies safely.
• Submits mileage reimbursement for shopping/program delivery/training in accordance with policy.
• Conducts food preparation activities including chopping, mixing, slicing, dicing, and measuring ingredients; uses basic kitchen equipment; prepares and delivers organized teaching materials.
• Maintains knowledge of inventory and supplies for demonstrations; coordinates inventory reconciliation with team members as appropriate.
• May support relationships with appropriate organizations to offer nutrition education as Program Assistant.
• Ensures full knowledge of educational content to effectively present lessons as written and ensures food safety in preparation.
• Leads activities and discussions; conducts food cooking/demonstrations for audiences of variable sizes.
• Responds to challenges related to space allocation.
• Ensures food safety in transportation of food supplies and when providing food samples.
• Ensures effective data collection from class participants via forms or other methodologies.
• Conducts activities responsive to client needs, including evenings, weekends, and night schedules. Flexible scheduling is needed.

Time Allocation

• Percentage of time: 85% duties/responsibilities
• Percentage of time: 10% duties/responsibilities
• Percentage of time: 5% duties/responsibilities

Additional Details

Posting Date: 06/25/2026 • Open until filled: Yes • Location of Vacancy: SW District

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Andrea Scarrow

Email: [e-mail]

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

Note: This description is provided for employment purposes and contains the position’s duties and requirements as stated by the University of Georgia. EEO statements and accessibility information remain applicable where required.