Nutrition Educator

Clemson University; Union (SC); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Clemson University seeks an EFNEP Nutrition Educator to deliver intensive nutrition education to limited-resource adults and youth, recruit and train volunteers, and coordinate program support with the regional team in Union, SC. The role mentors junior educators and ensures reporting meets USDA/NIFA guidelines.

The position focuses on implementing EFNEP curricula, conducting nutrition lessons, and maintaining program quality through ongoing evaluation and collaboration with administrators.

Formación

• Fundamental nutrition education knowledge and ability to apply in varied settings.
• Experience implementing EFNEP/Nutrition education programs is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Establishes networks with agencies to provide nutrition education to diverse groups.
• Maintains extensive records and submits reports to Regional Coordinator and Data Manager in a timely manner.
• Recruits and enrolls eligible clients and maintains an annual caseload as per guidelines.
• Implements nutrition education plans using EFNEP curricula and evaluates progress with pre/post surveys.
• Participates in orientations, meetings, and trainings as assigned.

Conocimientos

Nutrition education

Educación

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree may substitute for required program experience

Descripción del empleo

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the EFNEP Regional Coordinator, provides intensive nutrition education (in groups or one-on -one) to limited resource audiences (Adult & Youth). Recruits, organizes and trains volunteers in support service role. Works with State EFEP Management Team and other Administrators in the Division to implement and improve the program. Mentors junior Nutrition Educators in program delivery and reporting requirements.

JOB DUTIES

• 10% - Establishes and maintains a network with personnel from other agencies and organizations to provide nutrition education to individuals and groups of children, youth, and/or adults with limited resources. Recruits, trains, and utilizes community volunteers in a support service role in program delivery. Maintain chain of command to communications directly with EFNEP Regional Coordinator both verbal and written.
• 20% - Maintains extensive record keeping as needed by the program and as assigned by the EFNEP Regional Coordinator. Submit all records and reports to Regional Coordinator and Data Manager in a timely manner. Submit expense reports in Concur and time and leave in Kronos in a timely manner.
• 30% - Recruits and enrolls eligible clients with limited resources through one-on-one contact, word-of-mouth, presentation and referrals from agencies and organizations, Schools and different other community settings. Maintains an annual case-load and follows established guidelines as required by the program and USDA/NIFA. Takes and processes program requests: identifies the needs, interests, and abilities of clients and provides nutrition education program based upon the need of the participants.
• 30% - Implements nutrition education plans to achieve program goals and meet participants’ needs. Utilizes approved EFNEP Curricula, support materials, food preparation/demonstrations, and priority lessons to educate participants and adapts lesson materials to meet participants’ needs. Teach food/nutrition education lessons to participants accurately and in an effective and interesting manner. Evaluates progress of participants by conducting pre- and post- surveys related to behavior changes in four core areas, 24-hour recalls (adults); represents Clemson University in a positive manner that reflects the goals/mission of the University and CES; maintains compliance and safety with all facilities in required areas.
• 10% - Participates in EFNEP, Nutrition, or Extension sponsored orientations, meetings, and training sessions as assigned by the Regional Coordinator & Program Team Director.

JOB CODE

AH30

EMPLOYEE TYPE

Time-Limited (TLP) Staff

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A high school diploma and relevant program experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 100%Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors: 50%Extends hands or arms in any direction: 40%Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 50%Recognize or inspect visually: 40%Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 50%Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 10%Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 60%Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 60%Walk or move about: 40%Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 40%Stand for Prolonged Period: 60%

WORKING CONDITIONS

Overnight travel: 25%

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours:

37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range

37944 - 37944

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Union, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

October 30, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN

Military Equivalency

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference

South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.