Nutrition & Community Health Extension Agent

Louisiana State University Agricultural Center; Louisiana; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Iberville Parish seeks an Assistant/Associate Extension Agent (Nutrition & Community Health) to serve West Baton Rouge, Iberville, and upper St. Martin parishes. This 100% Extension NCH role focuses on nutrition education, program delivery, and community outreach.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in dietetics or related field, strong communication skills, and experience in coordinating volunteers. Travel and some evenings/weekend work are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with GPA requirements met (2.5 undergrad, 3.0 graduate if applicable).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in recruiting/training volunteers.
• Ability to work with multi-parish communities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a plan of work for general nutrition education in served parishes.
• Coordinate and implement community nutrition programs including chronic disease prevention.
• Lead food demonstrations and nutrition activities for diverse audiences.
• Recruit and maintain clientele for programs and provide evidence-based information.
• Deliver and evaluate programs on food safety and preservation.
• Prepare nutrition materials using workshops, social media, and print media.
• Engage community advisory groups to identify nutrition needs.
• Collaborate with LSU AgCenter staff and health professionals.
• Lead in planning and reporting program outcomes.
• Attend trainings; some overnight travel and evenings/weekends required.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Volunteer recruitment & training

Community nutrition education

Public health education

Education

Bachelor's in dietetics or related field

Master's degree desirable

Job description

Louisiana State University in Iberville Parish seeks an Assistant/Associate Extension Agent (Nutrition & Community Health) to serve West Baton Rouge, Iberville, and upper St. Martin parishes. This 100% Extension NCH role focuses on nutrition education, program delivery, and community outreach.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in dietetics or related field, strong communication skills, and experience in coordinating volunteers. Travel and some evenings/weekend work are expected.